1999 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
22 - 24 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(32 Total Reviews)
Replacement clutches are NO GOOD!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
My son bought this 99 Elantra in 12/03 during his last yr of high school. It had about 23k miles on it, now has almost 90k. Usual maintenance, tires, brakes once and thought it would get him through college. Wrong! Replaced the clutch 5/06 and it had to be replaced again 1/07 - less than 8 months later, no change in driving habits or mileage. Now we can't unload this thing to save our lives and the blasted clutch is acting up again... Oh, and the inside door handles aren't the best either. They just come off in your hand - no "man- handling" necessary. Have replaced 3 of those.
Favorite Features
Decent gas mileage, pretty reliable except for clutch and door handles.
Suggested Improvements
Higher quality OEM replacement parts (clutch!!!), sturdier door handles instead of the flimsy ones.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Great car for the money
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
I bought this car in 1999 and we love it! It is still fun to drive after 6 years and we have had no major issues after 70,000 miles. All we do is change the oil. Still have original brakes, just changed the tires once. Great options, and the upgraded stereo system is great. Overall, we could not have asked for more from this vehicle.
Favorite Features
Upgraded stereo, sporty appearance, good pep
Suggested Improvements
Gas Mileage could be better
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Overall Dependable Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GLS Sedan
Review
This has been a dependable car. I bought this car at the 30,000 mile range. It's no good for comfort on long road trips. Seat's are uncomfortable if sitting in for more than a 1/2 hour or so. Overall for the price you can't beat it. It has over 80,000 on it now and not ready for brakes yet. Just normal oil and maintenance keeps you running in one of these Elantras.
Favorite Features
Excellent gas mileage. Ice cold A/C.
Suggested Improvements
Seating could be more comfortable. Seating is too hard.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Wow
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GLS Sedan
Review
I used this car for my 100 mile trip to Boston and surrounding area. I'm a lead foot and always beat this poor car every day. Now it has 250,000 miles and it still runs great! I have had allot of transmission problems. Other than that, all it's needed is a wheel bearing and an altornator. If you are a courier, buy this car! It's perfect for zipping arround the city, and it's more powerfull than I expected.
Favorite Features
The 140 horsepower engine!
Suggested Improvements
Make the automatic trans, more reliable
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Tremendous value, remarkable performance
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
Purchased new in May 1999. Have over 80000 miles on it. For less than $13k, this a very capable car for commuters and first-time drivers. Nicely designed. Very reliable, no major problems or repairs. Good convenience and safety features overall, but compared to later models some drivers will want more. This car DOES require scheduled maintenance, like tuneups, oil changes, fluids, etc., in order to operate efficiently. Gas mileage has steadily decreased since when new. Stock stereo has fair sound quality. Road noise is loud for passengers and driver alike. Engine noise is quite loud at more than 50% throttle. OK for long trips. Overall, this car has held up pretty well over the past 6 years
Favorite Features
Still the most powerful engine in the economy sedan class. Thru additional mods I've increased the efficiency of this engine to about 160 hp with more torque for greater driveability. Good handling for under $15k. Strong A/C keeps everyone cool. Regular maintenance will keep car running like new.
Suggested Improvements
This car responds well to most tuner mods. It needs a tach, foglights, side air bags, splitfold rear seat, and power equipment. Road noise above 65 mph requires more sound dampening. Brakes, tires, shocks, and filters may last longer than 60k but are dangerous if not replaced on an economy car.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Good Car for the Money!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GLS Sedan
Review
I have had this car for a few years now and have had no major problems with it.
Favorite Features
For the money its great! I wouldn't buy a Toyota or Honda for double the price of this, I would rather have two Elantras.
Suggested Improvements
Only problems were the back brake light bulb blew out and the battery went dead. It has even been in 3 car accidents and no major problems.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Economical & Reliable
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
Bought this car new. Engine has been great and with over 100,000 miles, still runs like it is new. Never broke down. Recently replaced spark plug wires and battery, but no other problems with engine. Always kept up with scheduled maintenance. Came with Michelin tires and lasted 55,000 miles. Replaced brakes for the first time at 80,000. Spent very little out of pocket. Did get extended warranty to 100,000 and did use it to replace the retractors on the windows. GOOD CAR FOR THE PRICE!
Favorite Features
Gas mileage (25-33mpg). Smooth and quiet ride. Economical if money is an issue and it has been very reliable.
Suggested Improvements
Power window retractors need to be replaced often. Use more quality parts for the doors (plastic). Use better quality batteries.
All about the Warranty, Extend to 100K
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 2 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
It is all about the Warranty, Extend to 100K miles, Hyundai has probably put $5,000 in warranty work in our vehicle. It is now at 95,000 and running just fine. Power windows break all the time and some serious transmission and engine problems happened. Thank goodness for the warranty. I paid for the car brand new and have paid for oil changes and the 30K, 60K and 90K services and the car keeps running. There is an inconvenience cost associated with a Hyundai trying to claim on all the problems. So without the warranty, the vehicle is a big risk.
Favorite Features
The trunk is deep, nice 60/40 split. Even at 90K miles it still feels new when it drives.
Suggested Improvements
Make power windows more durable, ours broke like 8 times. The seats are not comfortable at all. Long drives are not recommended in this vehicle.
Sell before warenty ends
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GLS Sedan
Review
Gas mileage getting worse as car ages, expensive to repair, rubber and plastic parts already crumbling from the heat here in Phoenix. Had to replace front strut mounts @ 60k due to rubber rot. Very poor quality materials. Lots of rattles, paint on front bumper oxidizing badly from sun despite lots of wax. Car aging very fast. Good college/school car but get a real car fast afterwords. Once bumper to bumper warranty expires the depreciation of value and cost of repairs make car a very bad choice. Long wait for parts for major repairs such as bodywork.
Favorite Features
Handles nicly in town, good size.
Suggested Improvements
Everything. Just get a Toyota, they arn't much more expensive but have the quality.
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
1999 Hyundai Elantra 4 Dr GL Sedan
Review
I've had a great experience with this car.
Favorite Features
It has some get up a go for being such a small car.
Suggested Improvements
Needs a fold down rear seat
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