1986 Hyundai Excel Speaker Sizes
The 1986 Hyundai Excel factory audio system features specific mounting locations for various audio components. Dashboard and rear locations accommodate 4 inch speakers, providing a foundation for mid-range replacement and upgrade options.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dashboard | 4 | Midrange |
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| Rear | 4 | Midrange |
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1986 Hyundai Excel Speaker Replacement Summary
2
total positions
0
easy to replace
0
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 0 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 0 Medium: 2 Low: 01986 Hyundai Excel Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN | 7"×2" | 180×50 | Standard size for basic car radios with small display or no display |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1986 Hyundai Excel features uniform 4-inch speakers in both dashboard and rear locations, suggesting a consistent approach to audio distribution throughout the cabin rather than a traditional component system with dedicated tweeters and woofers.
- Both front and rear positions accommodate midrange drivers rather than full-range or coaxial speakers, which typically focuses reproduction on vocal frequencies and mid-tones while potentially limiting deep bass response and high-frequency extension.
- The 4-inch size constraint in all positions may prioritize space efficiency over acoustic output, as smaller drivers generally produce less bass energy and lower maximum volume levels compared to larger alternatives.
- Aftermarket replacement options would need to account for the midrange designation, though many 4-inch coaxial speakers could physically fit and provide broader frequency response than the factory configuration likely offered.
- The single DIN radio opening provides a standard mounting depth and width that accommodates most modern head units, potentially allowing for signal processing upgrades that could compensate for the limitations of the small speaker positions.
- Upgrading the dashboard speakers might take priority since front-stage imaging typically contributes more significantly to perceived audio quality than rear fill in most listening environments.
- The absence of larger door speakers or dedicated subwoofer locations in the factory specification indicates that substantial bass enhancement would require custom installation work beyond simple speaker replacement.