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2004 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Discussions
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Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012
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Re: Lies = Less MPGs [knocker81]
I also totally agree. i have 8700miles on my 2012 and continue to get 20-22mpg in all city driving, so much for the dealer statements that the mileage will get better as the mileage increases. I have owned 2003 and 2004 Elantras and got about the same. The all highway drives with cruise on can get 35-40mpg,but the average will quickly fall with stop and go city driving. I have been ... Read More
2012 Hyundai Elantra Released
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Re: Elantra Coupe and GT Hatchback pics released! [tenpin288]
Yay! My 2004 Elantra GT hatch has been a great car for us (my son uses it as his college car now), and I had pushed the Elantra way down my shopping list for my next car (summer 2013 purchase) because it was sedan-only, vs. hatches like the Mazda3, Focus, Impreza, and Golf. But NOW... suddenly the Elantra vaults way up my list because of the GT. Can't wait to see/drive ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012
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Hyundiai Elantra Real Mpg
Everything that you mentioned is similar to my driving conditions. I go 90% city 10% highway and have been getting 21-22mpg. I now have 8700 miles on the car and the city mpg has gotten worse as the mileage has increased. I can get 34 mpg on a long highway drive without using cruise. When i first got the car last June i took it to Florida from New york City ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS - Engine Replacement Questions [omatase]
I think it unlikely you can find a new engine for a 2000 Elantra. At best you'd get a remanufactured engine or a used engine. And it would be pricey. Putting anything other than the factory-spec engine into the car, e.g. a Honda engine, would be a tricky proposition. You might be able to get a newer Beta engine, e.g. Beta II, to fit, but I really don't know. You should ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2011/2012 Insurance costs?
I have a deposit on a 2012 Elantra GLS auto that might be here before the end of the week. I am planning on purchasing unless something is wrong with the car once it gets to the dealer. My current insurance carrier is Allstate (Home, Auto, Unbrella) with pretty full coverage. I sent my agent a note to see how much the Elantra would cost per 6 month policy period. Suprise... ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier
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Re: Comparing Elantra to Accent [johnvkaravitis]
I am also surprised to have read that Hyundai's cars allegedly give you better MPG as the engine "breaks in". Quite frankly, I find that hard to believe, MPG declines slowly over the life of the car, does it not? Believe it. It's true. I know because I've experienced it on the two Hyundais (both Elantras) I purchased as new cars, a total of 13 years of car ownership between the ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Re: 2004 elantra gls, almost 74k, exhaust problem?? [jlflemmons]
Well the shop that did my timing belt/water pump replacement also tested and cleaned or flushed the fuel system. I'm honestly not sure how they do it or if it's any different than a cleaner you can buy at any auto parts store but it seemed to help, somewhat. I changed the fuel filter and that helped the chugging, most of the hesitation, and the severe lag when accelerating at a ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: seeing is believing [steven39]
Not quite close to the buying frenzy over the Gen II Prius (the waiting list on those was many months when they first came out) but remarkable for a Hyundai. They guessed right on the avant garde styling--seems to be attracting a lot of people. 40 mpg EPA rating doesn't hurt either. I'm very glad my 2004 Elantra still has many miles left in it, and gets upper 30s mpg on ... Read More
Compact Sedans
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Re: MT compares 8 compacts [dchev]
I am a Hyundai owner, yes. But I am brand-agnostic when it comes to owning cars (see my profile). For example, current daily driver is a Sentra. Actually, the compact I am looking forward to most of all is the 2012 Impreza. The Elantra is a nice car, but now that one must pay nearly full price for one of them, it's no longer the killer value it once was. And ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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2004 elantra gls, almost 74k, exhaust problem??
Hi! 2004 Elantra GLS with just under 74k; 2nd owner. Oil changes every 3k. Tires rotated/re-balanced every 6 months & replaced as needed, as well as alignments when needed... I have always used Chevron gas since I bought it at 33k along with fuel injection cleaners (Gumout) every so often. Drive belts, brake pads replaced & rotors turned at 50k (gouge in left-front rotor, told may have been a rock). New ... Read More
2011 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: Review of 2011 Elantra GLS [mikeopines]
What kind of desserts? Jello? Pudding? Creme pie maybe? (wink) Re transmission of bumps... did you check tire pressures before the cross-country trip? A common delivery problem is the dealer not adjusting the tire pressures to spec before delivery. They are over-inflated on the truck. Lack of key locks on trunks and glove boxes is becoming pretty common these days, unfortunately. But I've never seen a car in this class with ... Read More
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Re: 2011 Elantra Test Drive [netranger4]
FWIW, the Elantra has had mid-size interior room since the Gen 3 debuted in late 2000. I own one of those (a 2004 hatch) and it's been a great car. I appreciate the ability to put 6-footers in the back seat without cramping them. The Gen 4 was even better in back. I can't wait to compare the new Elantra to the last one. How was headroom, thigh support, and foot ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: It's been asked I'm Sure but... [likalika57]
The good news is, this could be an easy and cheap problem to fix. The 2001-6 Elantras are very sensitive to wheel balance. If they are not balanced carefully, you can get exactly the symptoms you described. What I recommend is, take the car to a good tire shop that has a Hunter wheel balancing machine. (Your Hyundai dealer may not have this, but you can ask them.) They seem to ... Read More
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Re: '01 Elantra UPDATE -- Something fishy going on? [jlflemmons]
The answer I was awaiting from Hyundai Corporate about the use of 5/20 oil in my car posed more contradictions than clarifications. By phone their Customer Affairs staff insisted that 5/20 was in the list for the 2001 Elantra, but by email their recommendation mirrored my owner's manual, which starts at 5/30 depending on climate (with recommended viscosities in the 10-30-10-50 range). It is summer here and I am in the ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Re: Buying a used 2004 Elantra GLS Automatic [saintforlife]
I have a 02 hyundai and it runs great, hyundais are definitely good cars. that price does seem kind of high though, I get the vin number and check it on car fax before you do anything else. you need to make an account and pay a certian amount.
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Buying a used 2004 Elantra GLS Automatic
I am looking to buy a reliable daily driver and a colleague at work is selling a 2004 Hyundai Elantra with 102,000 miles on it for $4100. It is a 4 cylinder with an automatic transmission. Features include: power windows, power locks, AC, keyless entry, alarm, AM/FM cassette player, cruise control, alarm, front and side airbags and ABS. The miles seem kind of high for a 2004 car and is what ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Cost for 60k service? [fushigi]
Thanks for replies. I will definitely call around if I need the service done, there's a couple shops in my neighborhood that specialize in foreign cars that will likely be less. BTW, the reason I needed this info is I am looking at a 2002 Elantra GT with 63k miles. My 2004 GT is lonely and wants some companionship. :) This GT is equipped exactly like mine, fully loaded, except two ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009 -
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Re: 2010 ET SE Auto [petulo]
I have a 2009 black ET and I like it except that the ride is much bouncier than my 2008 Elantra SE. I'm also in NJ and the potholes here are awful. How does the 2010 differ from the 2009? I don't have heated seats or a roof rack. Would love to know where you bought it. We got both our Elantra's from Brad Benson's and theu were awful to work ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Help Please - 2007 Elantra Price [smesu]
I can't be sure, but when we were looking for a Hyundai (new), we saw the ads for dirt cheap Elantras, etc., then when we got to the showroom they explained those were "blue" specials, in other words, no air conditioning, no heater, no power nothing. It was ridiculous. Plus, I am good at negotiating. I learned over the years. I used to sell pianos, and I know from experience that ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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2004 hyundai elantra
Has anyone ever removed the oil pan if so how hard is it
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Re: 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS needs new engine [kagedude]
Yep, oil loss will kill the engine before it has time to overheat, unless it is a really worn engine (loose). I am surprised she didn't get an oil warning light, though. Then again, I know way too many people that don't notice/pay attention to/understand what those lights mean when they come on.
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Re: 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS needs new engine [kagedude]
Loss of oil would probably cause damage due to excessive wear on the pistons, rings, and other internal components before she would notice any change in engine temperature.
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Re: 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS needs new engine [jlflemmons]
Thanks for the explanation! Wouldn't the loss of oil cause the engine to overheat? I asked her about that and she didn't notice if the temp gauge was up at the time the car lost compression on the highway. Unfortunately, she only has liability on the car and its out of warranty.
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Re: 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS needs new engine [kagedude]
I would bet he said oil leaked OUT OF the oil pan, damaging the crankshaft (and the rest of the engine, for that matter). Only an inspection would show if some portion of the light pole base damaged the oil pan, but based on the incident as you explained it, that is probably what happened. The oil pressure light would have been coming on to indicate loss of oil. If she ... Read More
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2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS needs new engine
Hi all. My sister's 2004 Hyundai Elantra GLS engine with 75k miles hit a light pole on the front left side with the reflector coming off and the fender scratched while coming out of a parking spot. A day after, she was driving on the highway at 70mph and it started losing compression, engine stalled and to make the long story short, the mechanic is now looking for a rebuilt engine. ... Read More
2010 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: Elantra Sedan and Touring SAFETY CONCERNS [susan_spencer]
I had good luck buying a 2007 Rabbit last April, VW Certified, about 4 years of VW warranty left on it, was only $11k--but that was near the bottom of the used car market, might be a little more today for a 2008. Loved the way it drove, very comfortable seats, 4 door has good utility if not as roomy as the Touring. I traded it last month only because my ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Re: Buying a used 2004 Elantra GLS Automatic [jlflemmons]
I know I'm replying to a week-old post, but here's an interesting tidbit regarding the thermostat in the XD Elantra. I took my 2006 Elantra GLS in for its 4 yr./48,000 mile service, and the tech at the dealer (both excellent) strongly suggested replacing the OEM Hyundai thermostat with an aftermarket, such as Stant. He said the OEM thermostat has a tendency to fail "stuck closed", whereas the aftermarket thermostats are ... Read More
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Re: Buying a used 2004 Elantra GLS Automatic [saintforlife]
I had a 2004 Elantra GT with 100,000 that I traded for a Sonata. In my case, they gave me $2500 and probably sold it for $5000-6000. I provided all records with my name removed and even the original brochure and window sticker, so it was as close as someone could come to a new car experience, but with a lot of miles. To have 100,000 in 5 years probably means ... Read More
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Re: Buying a used 2004 Elantra GLS Automatic [saintforlife]
My 2001 Elantra recently rolled 100K miles, and I would definitely buy another Hyundai. As far as the used model you are considering, in general it sounds like a safe bet and I would listen to all the caveats the others are telling you, especially when it comes to maintenance records. Keep in mind that Carfax can still let damaged vehicles pass, so use all of the tools you can. Maintenance ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Problems 2001-2006
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Re: 2004 Elantra 29,500 miles - bad struts! [ftmyers]
First, complain to the dealership's management. They were extremely dishonest with you. The tip-off is the timing belt replacement--they at the very least should have gotten your approval before replacing it. Also unless you run on bad roads all the time, it's unlikely all 4 struts went out at 30k miles. I still have the original struts on my '04 Elantra with 45k miles and they're fine. My sister's '01 Elantra, ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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real dumb guy
not a really big car guy. lost my license for sixth months and finally got it back. around the same time i lost the keys to my 2004 hyundai elantra. being the dumb guy i am i left the battery hooked up so the battery just drained over time and with no keys at all i couldnt start it regularly. put a new battery in today and tried starting it and ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Problems 2001-2006
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2004 Hyundai Elantra Shift Solenoid Problem
I need help. My 2004 Hyundai Elantra got stuck in 3rd gear. We had it put on the computer for analysis and it says that three parts were bad: the idle speed control, the oxygen sensor, and the shift solenoid A. The mechanic said that the shift solenoid is probably the real problem so we have ordered the part and must change it ourselves since the warranty is out and we ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Battery for 2004 Elantra [PatMatHat]
Since manufacturers other than Hyundai make a battery that fits the Elantra, it's not really accurate to say it's proprietary. A common size? Doesn't seem to be.
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Re: Battery for 2004 Elantra [jlflemmons]
Thanks, jlflemmons, yeah, I saw somewhere a post to the effect that there's a special "lip" at the bottom of Hyundai compliant batteries, and that that's rare, and that Interstate Batteries does indeed make a model like that, so that seems to check out. However, as the other posters indicated, Sears, Autozone, etc. show having batteries that fit the Elantra, so who knows. Backy may be right - perhaps just pay ... Read More
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Re: Battery for 2004 Elantra [backy]
Thanks, Backy. A web search turned up nothing for me, no info anywhere regarding the specific battery, except a rant about how hard it is to get it changed: http://www.mombu.com/asian_cars/asiancars/t-hyundai-elantra-batteries-hard-to-fi- nd-outside-of-dealers-where-they-are-expensive-and-special-1297801.html So that's a bust. Looks like I'm out of luck - the mysterious super complicated Hyundai battery :) Anyhow, it looks like I'm better off not trying to do anything as fancy-pants as changing a battery on a Hyundai Elantra, ... Read More
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Battery for 2004 Elantra
The OEM battery on my 2004 Elantra is failing. Can I change it myself, or do I have to go to a dealer? Reason I ask, is that I read somewhere that Hyundai has some peculiar design which allows only a very limited number of batteries. What size/type/code battery do I need, and where can I buy it? And can I install it myself without some outlandish tools? Thank you!
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Five-year report: 2004 GT
Tomorrow will be the fifth anniversary of ownership for my Rally Red 2004 Elantra GT 5-door, so I thought I'd say goodbye to the bumper-to-bumper warranty with an ownership summary at just over 42k miles: Likes * Great driver's seat, firm but still comfortable even for all-day trips. The dual-knob height adjuster (no longer available on the Elantra) and lumbar adjustment help there, along with a well-placed dead pedal. The steering ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2005 Elantra 35K miles - Timing belt? [saluki1991]
I go by mileage for servicing on my 2004 Elantra (sort of--see below). Five years ago I asked the service manager at the Hyundai dealership where I bought it about service intervals, and he said going by mileage is fine. (Should have gotten that in writing I guess!) It's at almost 42k miles and my current rate is about 7k a year. The way I figure it, the timing belt gets ... Read More
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Whether a problem is "minor" or "major" may be subject to opinion. What is not, is that there is a problem in the first place - whether it's major or minor is secondary. As such, if I see very few complaints about problems for brand X, but a lot of complaints about brand Y, then that's all I need to know... a dispute may break out about how much of the ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [BambuListener]
An Elantra isn't an RX-7, doesn't have a Wankel engine or warp drive with dilithium crystals, and is a pretty basic car. And there's detailed shop manuals for it, that any good mechanic should be able to follow. Because it has the usual OBD, the mechanic would need access to the diagnostic computer for some repairs, but that is very common nowadays. I understand the elementary reality of manufacturing complex products. ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [backy]
"What is a Hyundai specific problem?" Gee, I don't know - I guess there's no reason then to have shops and mechanics who are dedicated to just Volvo/Saab or VW or whatever brand, huh? Wonder why they exist then :) Seriously though, that's silly. Every car brand has its pecularities, and a mechanic who is not specifically versed in that range of issues is not a good choice to have experiment ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [BambuListener]
It seems very odd that Hyundai would change its suppliers for the 2005 MY Elantra, then apparently change them again for the 2006 MY (the scores improved for 2006). Stats are useful, but can be misleading. We know, for example, that CR's reliability categories are based on numerical data. They don't publish their cutoffs for each category, but there must be cutooffs. So let's say for example the upper-end cutoff for ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [backy]
Well, let's keep the big picture in mind. It doesn't matter *why* the stats for the 2005 went down. What matters is that they *did* go down. That's the only metric that matters, because that's what the bottom line describes: likelihood of failure. To say "well it's the exact same design therefore it can't have different stats in different years" is absurd. The facts are already there: the stats *are* different. ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [BambuListener]
To me, that casts doubt on JD Power's long-term reliability scores, since the 2004 Elantra was the mid-gen refresh car, while the 2005 and 2006 were 100% carryover from 2004: same powertrains, same interior, same body, same everything. So they should have very similar scores to the 2004, and if anything the 2004 should be lower because it was the first year of the refresh, and is older. As for CR's, ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [backy]
If you go by Consumer Reports, you'll see something interesting. The overall score for the car as a used car doesn't go above average until year 2004. Then, the 2005 year actually goes down to average again (not good!), and picks up with 2006. Of course, 2006 forward is too short a track record for long term reliability to tell, so the real bottom line for Elantras is: buy 2004, avoid ... Read More
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Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [lhy]
A car that is 9 years old with 76k miles can have anything break at any time. KBB private-party value is about $3000, so there may be negotiating room on the car. If the car is in good condition and was well-maintained (all records, including for the important 60k service), and checks out OK when you take it to a mechanic for an inspection, it might be worth it. But for ... Read More
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Re: Pre-Buy Mechanic Inspection Recommendation? [backy]
To be fair, numbers don't lie. Take the Corolla versus the Elantra (about equivalent class of vehicles). There is no doubt that both initial quality ratings as well as long term reliability show Corolla to be a clear winner. Take the 2004 year Elantra I'm looking to buy - here are the sorry numbers on that car: http://www.edmunds.com/used/2004/hyundai/elantra/100342729/ratings_jdpower.html And here are the numbers on the 2004 Corolla: http://www.edmunds.com/used/2004/toyota/corolla/100282812/ratings_jdpower.html Now, if what ... Read More
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Pre-Buy Mechanic Inspection Recommendation?
I'm about to buy a 2004 Elantra, with 62,000 miles. However, I'd like to have a mechanic inspect it first. The dealer from whom I'm buying will allow me to take it to a mechanic to have it checked out. Unfortunately, I don't know any Hyundai mechanics! Can anybody recommend a good shop/mechanic who could inspect the Elantra and do a good job of it to uncover any possible problems? I'm ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Brake Problems
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Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]
Keep in mind that the trade-in value is considerably less than the retail value, since the dealer needs to make some profit on the sale. However, in the past couple of weeks I have seen several 2008 Sonata GLSes within 25 miles of me with I4 and AT, some with the moonroof package, with between 20-40k miles for just under $11k retail. So your dealer's estimate for trade-in value sounds about ... Read More
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Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]
Can you please provide more details? For example, your warning is for all Hyundais made after 2006 with a pull lever parking brake. Why is it specific to 2007 and later Hyundais? Was there a general design change Hyundai made on parking brakes on all of its cars, and specifically the Elantra, starting with the 2007 MY? I own a 2004 Elantra GT with a pull lever parking brake. Would this ... Read More
2009 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: IIHS Crash Side Test results...:-( [GCF]
The Sonata does pretty well in safety, IMO, having standard ESC on every trim (something many mid-sized sedans cannot claim) and also having perfect NHTSA and IIHS crash test scores except for Acceptable on the IIHS side impact test. I guess you didn't notice I already mentioned the Fusion and Milan are IIHS Top Picks. However, they still don't offer standard ESC as the Sonata has for 3-1/2 years. Hyundai's larger ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Elantra clutch problems [bad_clutch]
Thanks for the replies. However, I have to say that if you are not Hyundai service managers you could be, :-) they were almost verbatum as to what the service manager told me. That or there is a lot of kool aid being passed around. There seems to be some mis-information as well. One reply asked why wan't it covered under warranty. Hyundai only warranties their clutches for 12K miles. Yes ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Warranty Questions
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Re: Warranty Question [kidroach]
The easiest way to find out if your car still has factory warranty on it is to call Hyundai Customer Service (number is on the hyundaiusa.com web site or in the owners manual), give them the VIN, and they can tell you whether it has warranty left. You probably already know the car's original in-service date, from Carfax, but they could tell you that also. That is important of course because ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Great Deal for Elantra GLS~
I just got my 2004 Hyundai Elantra with 54,000mileage on it for 6841 out the door. I thought it was a pretty good price to pay since the car seems to be pretty nice. It doesn't seem to be in any accidents prior to my purchase. Although, there were a few minor dents and scratches. It also has cruise control installed, which sure comes in handy when I go for a ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Warranty Questions
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Warranty Question
I just bought a Hyundai Elantra 2004, with 54000 miles. I was told that there might still be a warranty on the car and I'm here to find out. (Didn't know how to contact Hyundai) So, when I saw the CarFax, there is a first owner, who drove the car for about a year and a half. Then there's a second owner who drove the car for almost two years. Then, ... Read More
Which Hatchback?
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Re: Elantra Touring [otis12]
A Hyundai factory rep told me a few months ago that the 2009 Elantra Touring would roll out "late this year", meaning this fall. I do still have my 2004 Elantra GT hatch but am getting ready to turn it over to my middle son for school. He'll use up the rest of the powertrain warranty. :) So I'll be getting another car this fall, which eventually will go to my ... Read More
2008 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: Fuel Pump 2008 Hyundai Elantra problems [wobbly_ears]
There was an SRS recall on the first 900 or so 2001 Elantras in the U.S., but it was caught early enough so most were fixed before they were sold. There was also the "Poor" frontal offset crash test score on the 2001-3 Elantras, which I consider to be a very serious issue for a modern car. And there have been some OCS recalls on multiple Hyundais, which could lead to ... Read More
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Re: problems with elantra [ycr1]
I own a GLS, and my car has spent day 2, 3, 4 of my ownership at the dealer getting repaired. Due to the weekend, the earliest I would get my car back is day 6 or 7 of ownership...if they even figure out what is wrong with the car. The dealer that I brought it to for repairs said there was a "misfire code" that appeared when they hooked up ... Read More
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Re: Problems with Elantra [gburgrunr]
I bought my new 2008 Hyundai Elantra 48 hours ago. After having my car for 24 hours, my car also "misfired" and died in the middle of an intersection. I was making a left turn out of a parking lot into the street going about 5 miles an hour when my car lost all power, the warning lights came on, and the car died right there. I put it in park ... Read More
2007 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: LOOSE DRIVER'S SEAT [mpgman]
Since you have a record of a complaint while the warranty was in force, I would pursue this "up the chain" as far as you can to get the repair covered. As to whether the seats and tracks are the same for all years of the Elantra, one thing I know is that there was a change made to the seat tracks after the poor IIHS frontal offset crash test results ... Read More
2008 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra [klas]
I don't own a 2007+ Elantra either. I have owned two older Sentras and Elantras (still own one Elantra, a 2004). So it appears the only person here (in an Elantra discussion) trying to justify his purchase is you? It's great that you are trying to educate prospective buyers, but let's try to separate fact from opinion: Fact: Elantra is slightly roomier inside than the Sentra, as I reported earlier. Fact: ... Read More
Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra
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Re: 08 Honda Civic LX v/s 08 Hyundai Elantra SE [thegraduate]
Apart from your excitement comment and dont want to pick on you (and that is seriously not my intention) but I drive Mazda 3 every day. And I test drove Civic LX other day and I'll tell you there is not difference in terms of road noise between two. And Civic has more pronounced wind noise than Mazda 3. Actually I was expecting similar thing from Civic as we owe Odyssey ... Read More
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Re: 08 Honda Civic LX v/s 08 Hyundai Elantra SE [mjoshi]
Make sure you have coffee and plenty of sleep before driving the Corolla. May I ask why you are considering ditching the 3? I've always liked them, except for the tire noise and vibration in the cabin (my experience is with a 2004 3s and a 2007 3i - the 3i is seemingly better than the s).
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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2004 GLS AT
I bought my used elantra at 27k miles, now its got 45k miles. The car runs great, the only items I have had to replace are the tyres (I think the used car dealer gave me old tyres) and the two front lights. Everything works great. My other car is an '07 Lexus but one thing I will say about the Hyundai is the car is quiet, not too far away ... Read More
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2004 GT Update
Update on my 2004 GT w/70k 1. Average 32 MPG while driving 70% highway the rest around town 2. Was warned to replace timing belt at 63K. Did do. 3. Front headlamps have each been replaced 2X. 4. At 4K miles, front rotors were replaced for warping under warranty. 5. At 60K, had to replace rear brake pads. 6. At 70K had shimmy in the steering. Had to have rotors cut. ... Read More
2008 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Pricing [backy]
We have a 2004 elantra GT (5-speed) and could only get ABS if we took the sunroof, which we did. Niels
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Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Pricing [satyam]
If driving a car that got a "Poor" score on the IIHS side crash test is not an issue for you, you should look at the 2004-2006 Elantra with ABS. The ABS cars from that era had 4 wheel discs also. ABS can be a little hard to find, however. But if you are looking for the 5-door, the GT models (available in Canada?) were typically more loaded than the GLS ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2007 Hyundai Elantra SE w/ XM [butterflytiff]
Yes, you should confirm this with the dealer, but when I bought my two Elantras (2001 and 2004) I had 12 months or 12k miles, whichever came first, to add the Hyundai extended warranty. They even sent me letters close to the 1 year mark trying to sell the warranty to me.
2008 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra [backy]
As I said, I don't know what goes on in the car industry. I have no idea what car manufacturers pay for their steel, who they buy it from or what type of steel is used. All I know is, the machine shops I purchase steel parts from have doubled or tripled their prices over the last 3-4 years, depending on the type of steel used. Their shop rates and setup ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Re: One Last Thing...Fierce Buyer Loyalty [eldaino]
Questionable build quality? Here's something to try: go look in Town Hall re the problems buyers are having with the 2006-7 Civic. Then go look in Town Hall re the problems with the 2007 Elantra. Big difference... and not in favor of the Civic. It's really simple why Honda and Toyota can charge more for their cars than Hyundai: brand equity. Toyota had a 30 year head start on Hyundai in ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Towing Questions
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Re: Hyundai Elantra: Towing Questions [backy]
Guys, please refrain from pointless rudeness. Carspace is normally a friendly helpful place and I am surprised this is among the first rudeness I have seen..why bother. Well, I was considering getting -one day a used 2004-2005 elantra solely as a tow vehicle for the following reasons...( which if you Google )lists the elantra can tow just over 3000 lbs- yes that's right. They even say - no this is not ... Read More
Help Me Choose!
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Re: Good First Time Cars [helpmefindacar]
I'd look at a 2004-2005 Hyundai Elantra. Low cost when bought used, not a problematic car, and well-equipped in most cases. If you can swing more $, I'd look at a used Civic or Accord (if you like Hondas), or a used Corolla or Camry (although as a younger person myself, I'd pick a Honda over a Toyota anyday as the more fun car).
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2006 Elantra Air Cleaner Question [w9cw]
I looked at my 05 Elantra and found the same thing- the "horn" is in there. But... it is not part of 281112D270 It has its own part number: 2813826320. It's called "Hose, air intake". It's a little confusing, though, in the Hyundai parts listing. Looking at the picture in the parts catalog, You should be able to find the label 28111 in the picture. Looking it up in the listing, ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Problems 1996-2000
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Re: Transmission slipping [simplecj]
I even had the service manual and it was not made clear that only SP-III was to be used. That is odd. In the owner's manual for my 2004 Elantra, there are two places where the AT fluid is mentioned: Back cover: "Use only HYUNDAI GENUINE ATF available at your dealer or DIAMOND ATF SP-III or SK ATF SP-III." p. 6-14: "Recommended Fluid: Your Hyundai automatic transaxle is designed to operate ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Audio Questions
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Re: CD Player skipping [nthe]
Actually, Hyundai *does* make their own radios. The OEM radio in my 05 Elantra GLS was made by "Hyundai Autonet Co., Ltd." according to what it says on radio itself. Kenwood made *some* radios (for the 04 Elantra GTs and as an option on 06 Elantras). If you're interested, here are the Kenwood manuals for each: KDC-MPV622 for 2004 (5.37 MB pdf file) EZ-500H3 for 2006 (2.35 MB pdf file)
Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra
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This is gonna be a long post,
I have owned Hyundai's since Aug of 1999. Here's what we owned: 1999 Sonata GLS-V6(at the time, the top of the line model) Had it from Aug 99-Sept 04. 118,000+ miles. 2001 Tiburon, base model(June 01-Sept 04) 103,000+ miles. 2004 GLS V6 Sonata( still have it) Sept 04- current. Miles: 36,000. Problems: 99 Sonata: Needed new alternator @88,000 Needed new turn signal stalk(yes, you read correctly)at 93,000 Needed new raditator at ... Read More
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Re: Yep [targettuning]
"when your #1 Mexican Rabbit turns into hunk of crap in 5 years or less (if that should happen). Being #1 in a long forgotten car magazine test won't matter as you set (sit?) in the dealer customer lounge waiting for repairs unless they have some old issues of this months C&D." When your whole argument for not purchasing a car is based on inaccuracies and incorrect assumptions, don't expect people ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Re: 2007 Elantra safe? [spmrebel]
Where do you get your information--do you just make it up as you go? ANY carmaker can request a re-test by the IIHS--but the carmaker has to pay for the test. Usually when a car does poorer than the carmaker expects on the IIHS testing, the carmaker responds immediately (as Hyundai did with the 2004 Elantra when there was a problem on the frontal tests). And the IIHS for its part ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Elantra safe? [spmrebel]
The first rounds of NHSTA testing back in 2001 were not what Hyundai or anyone expected - they were pathetic. The NHTSA ratings on the 2001 Elantra were 4/5/5/4--the same as for the 2006 model except the front ratings are flipped. If those were "pathetic", for a car designed in the late '90s, what do you think of the 2006 Spectra's 4/4/4/3 ratings, for a design that debuted in 2004? The ... Read More
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Re: 2007 Elantra safe? [snakeweasel]
"Just remember that traction and stability control does not make a car the safest nor does the lack of them make a car unsafe. There are many things that contribute to safety." That seems quite contrary to the majority of opinions on the Sonata forum who relentlessly tought the advantages of these devices as absolutes for safety while condemning those autos who lack such options. I am curious as to what ... Read More
2007 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: Canada First [prosource1]
"Having talked with a dealer friend in NB, Canada, he states that the Elantra is a huge and substantial move forward for the XD platform and that many will be surprised how 'upmarket' the new Elantra looks and feels." In other news, Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates was quoted as saying "Windows Vista is a stunning accomplishment." "but I am quite sure they have most bugs worked out prior to the Canadian ... Read More
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Re: gas milege [backy]
Although I can't claim the same mileage backy does, I can agree with almost everything he says. However, I'll throw this out there for anyone who cares. Backy said, and also I use a fuel injector cleaner every 3-4k miles. Don't know if that helps, but it doesn't seem to hurt. I used Chevron Techron once, out of a desire to do good preventive maintenance. During the following tank of gas, ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Hey! bulbs and alternator problem? [5port]
Is anyone experiencing low bulb burnouts possibly related to bad alternators in 2004 model year Elantras? There were some posts some time back about this. Here is one of them: #951 of 2432 RE: Lowbeam failure by 5port Mar 25, 2004 (7:30 am) Reply | E-mail Msg There are two TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins) issued by Hyundai about this problem. They apply to the 2001 to 2003 models. The inside story ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Re: tire balancing [nodule]
Same exact problem with my 2004 Elantra GLS 5-speed. This is a very common problem which, while Hyundai has a TSB out for this, still refuses to fix. I took my Elantra in a total of 6 (count them, 6!) times to TWO different Hyundai dealerships and the problem remains. First, they wouldn't even acknowledge the problem until I showed them the TSB. Then they claimed it was "normal." After 3 ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Check engine light [catbabe]
we never used to bring our cars to the dealership for service-usually jiffy-lube or to a friend that had a auto-repair shop. When we bought our hyundai in 2002 we tried the dealership and found when there was something wrong that was covered under warranty or if there was a recall they would let us know. They do not over charge for oil changes IMO. we have owned 2 2002 elantras, ... Read More
Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)
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Re: New 2007 JETTA pricing! [backy]
"My source is my EYES." Now that's objective. You made a claim that Edmunds and Hyundai's information is incorrect regarding seat height adjustment being standard. Again, I ask you to please cite your source so that anyone interested in purchasing a Sonata GLS has all the accurate information. You said: "For example, compared to a full-size Sonata GLS, the Jetta VE costs more MSRP" Either Auto or MANUAL, the Sonata GLS ... Read More
2007 Hyundai Elantra
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Re: First review of the Rabbit is in and they love it! [joe97]
"Hyundainews is OFFICIAL. Hyundainews.com is the official US media site for Hyundai. Repeat - Official site for Hyundai USA Media." ElantraIsTheBestcarEver.com is about as official as Hyundainews.com is in terms of OFFICIAL EPA ratings. As of today, there are none. Plus, the 2004 Elantra press release on the front page isn't helping things for the official Hyundainews :) "Again, you are reading too much into torque...it's not all about torque (gloating ... Read More
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Re: A Purple Elantra? [joe97]
I own a 2004 Elantra so that's why i'm on this thread :) The problem with the 2007 Elantra boils down to the fact that Hyundai, rather than redesign the whole vehicle, has placed an updated exterior and interior on an otherwise outdated drivetrain. Its not so much that the HP and torque numbers are dismall, its the fact that the powertrain as a whole lacks refinement (and yes, better performance) ... Read More
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Re: Twins? [backy]
You really aren't serious that you can't see Corolla back lights on the picture of the Elantra above? Just wait for the reviews, and we will see. I bet you didn't think the new Jetta looked like a Corolla either. Funny, many of the reviewers did. I have heard multiple people say the back end of the Sonata looked like the Accord from 2003 to 2004. Many of the initial people ... Read More
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elantra
this is a nice picture of this car http://www.hyundainews.com/presskit2007/photos/07Elantra_11.jpg hyundai is following their new design philosophy , good for them for trying to be different but not too radically. This is the prototype they are using for all their cars now and in the future http://www.diseno-art.com/encyclopedia/concept_cars/hyundai_hcd8.html see the resemblence to the azera, santa fe and elantra? This was the hyundai 2004 concept and will be how most hyundai cars will be ... Read More
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Re:How tricky? see [shado4]
It would be a real shame if Hyundai no longer offers some of the "little" things. It was Hyundai's attention to detail that attracted me to the Elantra in the first place. Heated mirrors, traction control, door courtesy lights, a lighted ignition key cylinder ring, trip computer, fade-to-off interior lights...heck there were lights for every single power door window switch in the cabin, not just the driver's door. I totally agree ... Read More
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Re: not bad at all!! [alpha01]
"I think the new Elantra looks good enough (on paper at least) that it doesn't need to list for $3000 less than the Civic to sell." You kidding me? With the same 2.0 Beta engine that is in my 2004 Elantra that is noisy, underpowered (same 138 HP at 6000 RPMS), gets only decent mileage, and generally a bore to drive?? And to hear this model will sticker decently equipped at ... Read More
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backy
you waited 6 years for what?? This engine cameout, late 2004 for spectra and elantra just got the use of this engine before its extinct. You think its easy to build engines? Hyundai has been keen on quality, and i'm sure this engine has that. Honda and Toyota make good engines, this engine is better compared to a Mazda 3(mazda 3 better power, slightly better mpg than mazda 3, better price) ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2006 Elantra 4Dr Sedans [gdesantis]
I'm new here and was wondering if there some newer 2006 Elantra 4Dr Sedan owners in this forum that are having any major problems with their car, or just have any recommendations on buying one... I looked for a new car for several months. I eliminated the Hyundai from my list, but the crowd here, especially backy, urged me to take another look and I ended up buying an Elantra 5 ... Read More
Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra
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Re: Projected retained value from cars.com [njdevil1]
hopefully your honda will be trouble free. we had no problems with the hyundais we own or have owned. our first one was a 1988 excel with 5speed. we drove it almost 200,000 miles and then gave it to our son-in-law. he drove it over the 200,000 mile mark. it got totaled when someone drove thru a red light. it still had the original clutch. when my parents bought a new ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006
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Re: XM on 2006 or not? [backy]
Backy, thanks for answering my question. It sounds like I'll have to wait until 2007. However, I'm not trying to be argumentative but the XM website says the Elantra was supposed to be one of the first groups with XM. http://www.xmradio.com/newsroom/screen/pr_2005_03_25.html Who knows, as long as it gets there. This will be a huge incentive for my wife who loves XM. Also found this: http://www.hyundaiusa.com/abouthyundai/news/2004_04_28_2/2004_04_28_2.aspx Which I think is cool because ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier
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Mileage Update
Okay I'm starting to become a believer that Hyundai cars get better gas mileage over many thousands of miles of "break-in". 2004 Elantra GT Hatchback - AT - 2 adults in the car and a modest amount of luggage for all these trips. Almost 18,000 miles on the car at the end of the weekend. We drove into the 500 miles into the mountains this weekend and we got 35 mpg ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Here's one for the books! [miamixt]
Well, here's what I got goin' on: A 2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS 5-door with AT & cruise for about $13700-$14000 + TTL. I called around a few dealerships looking for my options on an Elantra and this is the best I could find (basically everything I want except for the CD player). I plan on driving out to that dealer tomorrow afternoon and hopefully driving back in an Elantra. They have ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra 5-door
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Re: 2006 Elantra [backy]
But Hyundai seems to be lengthening its product cycles--the Accent was replaced after six years, and the Sonata after 6-1/2 years. It makes perfect sense if you think about it: Hyundai is trying to improve their quality reputation, right? When is quality the worst? When a new model is introduced and all the bugs are being worked out. And if they are purposely spending an extra year on the new design ... Read More
Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair
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Hyundai Recalls Elantra
Hyundai Recalls Elantra Hyundai Motor Co. will recall 240,000 Elantra sedans and hatchbacks because of a possible defect in the vehicles' airbag system, the South Korean automaker said this week. A computer problem with its restraint system could improperly identify a child seat in the front-passenger position as a seated adult, leading to deployment of the airbag in a crash and potential harm to the child in the seat. The vehicles ... Read More
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