2008 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Discussions

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012 [tenpin288]

  Written by: dodgeman07 on Jan 11, 2012 6:12:10 AM

  Actually it is true. The highway test top speed is 60 mph. You need to re-read the EPA test critieria. The new EPA (in 2008) hwy numbers don't only include the hwy portion of the test. That's why they are (usually) much lower than the pre-2008 numbers that ONLY included the Hwy test you cite. The testing takes into account various factors to allow for high speed driving over long distances. ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012 [tenpin288]

  Written by: dodgeman07 on Jan 10, 2012 10:40:37 AM

  The EPA Highway test cycle that gives that 40 mpg number has a 60 mph top speed and an average overall speed for the test of about 48.3 mph. Incorrect. Read the test criteria: "Beginning with 2008 models, three additional tests will be used to adjust the city and highway estimates to account for higher speeds, air conditioning use, and colder temperatures." It was 2007 and earlier EPA estimates (which were ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2011/2012 Insurance costs?

  Written by: wlbrown9 on Sep 22, 2011 10:06:07 AM

  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 Maintenance and Repair

• '08 Accent

  Written by: sandman_6472 on Sep 17, 2011 9:35:24 AM

  So far, it's been a great little car for my daughter...last month I complained that one of the sun visors was not staying up...they replaced them both under warranty! Besides that, only had to do oil changes/rotation and that's it. We're so pleased that the Elantra and Accent are on my wife's short list. So after having a Hyundai product in the family since 2008, I'd say it's just as reliable ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Brake Problems

• Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]

  Written by: tiffany2divine on Sep 7, 2011 1:27:18 PM

  December 26, 2007 I purchased a used 2005 Hyundai Elantra GTS with 23,000 miles on it. In September of 2008 I took my car in to have the 30,000 mile service done. I was told that my rear brakes were completely worn and needed to be replaced. My front brakes were fine. I started to hear squealing in my front brakes in September 2009 so I took the car to a ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier

• elantra

  Written by: spock072 on Aug 20, 2011 1:14:21 PM

  Wow !!!! I cant agree with you more..I have a 2008 Hyundai Elantra....25/33 MPG as advertised and I also bought it because of the alleged mileage...... I have struggled to just get to 31 mpg highway..now look i do drive fast but i also feel like i cant idle in traffic and can't drive locally where i get stuck at multiple red lights...because then i only get 27 or 28 mpg's....very ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Audio Questions

• "Disc Checking"

  Written by: beard5 on Jun 30, 2011 1:14:06 PM

  Just bought a 2008 Hyundai Elantra. Today, when checking out the CD player, I get a "Disc Checking" message on the screen. My AUX was also messing up, but a fuse pull fixed that. I put a CD into the player but it won't read it and I can't get it out. When I tried it yesterday and the day before it would always say "Loading..." and then no disc. Now ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Elantra

• Well, wish me luck....

  Written by: pud2 on Mar 14, 2011 3:40:35 PM

  Made a deal with the dealer today, for a 2011 Limited--- loaded, in that beautiful cherry red metallic color(Sorry, don't know the "proper" name of the color!), with the dark leather interior... Absolutely stunning car, supposed to pick it up after work tomorrow. Dealer is gonna' pin stripe it for me, and get it ready. I have a 2008 Sonata, which has been fabulous, main reason I looked at Hyundai again. ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair

• fog lights

  Written by: spock072 on Feb 19, 2011 10:48:57 AM

  If both my fog lights are out on my 2008 hyundai elantra (72,000 Miles) then is that the fuse or the bulbs ?

Hyundai Elantra Transmission Questions

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Transmission [spock072]

  Written by: sarah2175 on Feb 15, 2011 2:07:45 PM

  Wow, so your problem sounds just like mine, except for getting stuck in the snow. lol I bought a 2010 Elantra in early October, and the transmission went a month & half later, at 1800 miles. (I created a post about this in December). The first bad sign was when I took my boss to lunch one day, it took a second or two to get the car in reverse, it ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Transmission [spock072]

  Written by: fushigi on Feb 10, 2011 9:00:55 AM

  Sounds to me like your transmission went into "limp home mode". Take it to be serviced; there may be error codes to indicate if a problem exists. My guess, BTW, is that it overheated. It then generated the errors, entered limp mode, and between the overheating & your driving it the fluid got burned. At a minimum you'll probably need the replace the fluid.

• 2008 Hyundai Elantra Transmission

  Written by: spock072 on Feb 10, 2011 7:52:52 AM

• 2008 Hyundai Elantra Transmission

  Written by: spock072 on Feb 10, 2011 7:52:52 AM

  Hi everyone, It has been a very rough winter. After getting stuck in a snow bank in my 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS, and stepping on the gas to frequently in order to get out of the snow, i finally got out. As I started driving i realized that i could not go above 30 or 40 mph, and that the gears on the shift were not working. No matter whether it ... Read More

2010 Elantra....transmission failed at 2600 miles!

• Re: 2010 Elantra....transmission failed at 2600 miles! [sarah2175]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Dec 14, 2010 11:55:12 AM

  I have a 2008 Elantra. I have had it at the dealership 6 times the first year I bought it and 4 more since. It is now almost 2 1/2 yrs old. Everytime I put it in park, the car jerks forward and makes a weird noise. And starts to roll. The Dealer keeps telling me I need to use the emergency brake...ok...funny in 30 years this has never happened to ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Elantra GLS

  Written by: alamocity on Jul 17, 2010 10:59:21 AM

  Just bought a 2008 Elantra GLS (automatic) with standard options for $11,969 plus TT&L (mileage 12,393). Not a great deal but local Hyundai dealers don't really bargain much on price.

Hyundai Elantra Problems 2007+

• Re: Can a broken break switch speed up the car? [thadson]

  Written by: thadson on Jun 18, 2010 1:17:04 AM

  Hello Everyone, We are looking for people who have the same problem as we do with our 2008 Hyundai Elantra. We had several occasions since last summer (2009) where when stepping on the brake instead of slowing down the engine revved up and the car started speeding without touching the gas pedal. We have the cruse control on when driving, however it is not always set. …For instance we were getting ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009 -

• Re: 2010 ET SE Auto [petulo]

  Written by: marlenelin on Mar 5, 2010 3:57:04 AM

  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

• 3268-3278 Really Interesting Information! Hyundai Car

  Written by: margaret60 on Jan 12, 2010 6:49:06 PM

  My son's father signed for him to have a car to attend a local university last July, 2009; now we're in the middle of January, 2010 with only 1,400 miles on his 2009! I read "Consumer's Report" books June, 2008 about what his dad could buy and wrangled for a 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS for HIM (long story). They didn't have "Cash for Clunkers" 2008, but I used the factory website's ... Read More

2010 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: Elantra Sedan and Touring SAFETY CONCERNS [susan_spencer]

  Written by: backy on Dec 30, 2009 9:15:34 PM

  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

• Re: Elantra Sedan and Touring SAFETY CONCERNS [susan_spencer]

  Written by: backy on Dec 30, 2009 3:43:38 PM

  I share your concern. In fact, there would probably be an 2008 Elantra sedan in my garage right now were it not for its showing on the IIHS side impact test, since I like the car otherwise (especially the SE trim). I think that is a very sorry showing for a car redesigned for the 2007 MY. Consider that almost all other small cars have better scores. Even some much smaller ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Problems 2007+

• Re: Can a broken break switch speed up the car? [schukanuoslady]

  Written by: thadson on Dec 19, 2009 6:58:58 PM

  I just found this: The brake switch operates a few things. It turns the brake lights on; it disengages the cruise control; it also controls the shift lock, traction control and ABS. There is an open recall for the brake switch (see here and here) and that would cause your problem. If the dealer replaced the brake switch, your problem should be solved. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and ... Read More

• Can a broken break switch speed up the car?

  Written by: thadson on Dec 15, 2009 2:13:08 PM

  Hi everyone. We have a 2008 Hyundai Elantra. Today while driving at 60Mph with cruise control, stepped on the break to slow down and instead the engine revved up, the car jumped and started speeding up to 65-70Mph. It was a considerable effort to get the car stopped as the breaks did not seem to work. It also resulted in getting chased by a cop... After finally stopping, the shift was ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: used 2008 [besmith]

  Written by: backy on Dec 5, 2009 12:38:14 PM

  So if you want OTD at $10k, you are looking to buy the car for a little over $9k. KBB value on this car, assuming a GLS automatic, is $11,555 private-party value in Excellent condition, $9,955 in Fair condition, and up to $13,305 retail in Excellent condition, in Phoenix. Is this the car at Camelback Hyundai? It appears to be the lowest priced 2008 Elantra in the area with a moonroof. ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Transmission Questions

• Re: 2009 Elantra Transmission Concerns [optifluid]

  Written by: 123tree on Nov 26, 2009 10:02:39 AM

  On November 24, 2009 I had the automatic transmission replaced on my 2008 Hyundai Elantra with only 23,000 miles on it, at the Hyundai dealer, thank goodness for that offered warranty by Hyundai. It had a sluggish ride and I would hear noises from under the hood and whenever I started the car and when I would put it into reverse, there would be a another type of noise from the ... Read More

2008 Hyundai Elantra

• Undercarriage Noises in '08 Elantra

  Written by: michael4182 on Oct 16, 2009 9:46:53 PM

  Today, after my '08 Elantra has been in the Service Department for three days, I continue to receive a free rental car from my Hyundai dealership while they try to diagnose "clunks/thunks/bangs" in the rear passenger area of my 2008 Elantra. Love the car, - VERY concerned about the loud "clunks" in the rear of the vehicle. Seems to happen when the gas tank is full to half empty when accelerating ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 08 Elantra SE Manual Price [oldermom]

  Written by: mikedizzel8 on Oct 16, 2009 6:18:40 PM

  In Maryland I got a 2008 Hyundai Elantra Se Prz automatic , 33,000 miles for 13,800. They paid off my $800 Lease , put in a remote start and 4 year premium warranty. I'm pretty sure you can get a better price or some add ins for a manual at 14,900. I went a Koons ford that needed to meet a quota on cars sold so I'd look for a used ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair

• oil filter

  Written by: rudy17 on Aug 4, 2009 1:45:14 PM

  where is the oil filter located on a 2008 hyundai elantra

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: My First Hyundai [bpizzuti]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Aug 4, 2009 9:52:54 AM

  "Personally I tried Beacon, NY (Healey), Kingston, NY (Prestige), Danbury, CT, White Plains, NY (skipped the couple of small dealers in-between Beacon and White Plains) and sent a couple of e-mails further south. No one wanted to go below invoice on an SE or Touring. " Hmmm.....I'm a New Yorker from Orange County, NY. I got a laugh over this as I bought my 2008 Elantra from Suresky in Goshen NY. ... Read More

• Re: Elantra SE Fairfield, CT [joegiant]

  Written by: marlenelin on Jul 21, 2009 10:07:39 AM

  Joe. I have to agree with you. I have a 2008 Hyundai SE and I feel I got alot of car for the money when I bought it last year. Prices have even come down lower this year for the 2009's. I like the car so much that I went ahead and bought a 2009 Touring to replace my big Toyota Sienna Van. Marlene

Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009 -

• Re: Side Impact (IIHS) [glitch1]

  Written by: backy on Jun 29, 2009 1:29:57 PM

  Don't hold your breath waiting for the IIHS to release crash test results on the Touring. As I recall it took them about 2 years to release results on the Gen 4 Elantra sedan. But maybe they'll be quicker on the trigger with the Touring. You might also look up the European (NCAP) test scores on the i30. They are not done in the same way as the IIHS tests but ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: proud owner of a new Touring [bob225]

  Written by: marlenelin on May 25, 2009 6:49:08 AM

  Thanks. I'll give that a try. That is a good fix over the 2008 Elantra SE that I also own. I've noticed a few times when driving the 2008 that the trunk would be open and realized that the fob must have leaned against something in my purse or my pocket that opened it. I never thought this Toyota only family would now be almost an all Hyundai family, but I ... Read More

• Re: Good Price? [fayk]

  Written by: marlenelin on May 31, 2009 3:59:04 PM

  The SE Elantra comes with traction control and vehicle stability. Does the LX Civic have it as well? I own a 2008 Elantra Se and love it. My friends own a 2009 EX Civic (the upgraded model) and love it. I just purchased a 2009 Elantra Touring two weeks ago. My husband owns a 2006 Honda Accord and I don't find the seats as comfortable as I do the Elantra. I ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Touring 2009 -

• Re: can someone post who has purchased one? [rgwicks98]

  Written by: marlenelin on Apr 10, 2009 6:56:50 PM

  Do you know what the invoice price of the base Elantra Touring Automatic is? A dealer in NJ is offering it at $1,000 below invoice and $1,000 Hyundai rebate but I can't find the invoice price on Edmunds. I have a 2008 Elantra SE and I love it. Unfortunately, I will have to give it to my daughter to take to college next year since it replaces a Corolla she totaled ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: [himself1]

  Written by: rprcar on Apr 3, 2009 9:45:04 PM

  Hyundai California dealer in city of Roseville- March 31 deal struck: 2008 Elantra GLS with Popular Equip pkg including pwr sunroof : $16,100 minus $2,750 rebates = $13,350 (I believe rebate consisted of $1,500 general rebate, $500 owner loyalty, and $750 for finance with Hyundai @ 4.9% for 5yrs) + $55 doc fees + $199 dmv licensing fees (standard), +$1171 sales tax (7.25% calif tax); no money down other than rebates ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [himself1]

  Written by: cerkel1 on Mar 24, 2009 5:08:33 PM

  Yesterday I got another call from a hyundai dealer who said they were offering new 2008 Elantra's that were used as demo cars with a $4000 rebate, but I am afraid to ask what the total cost would have been with tax and fees since I already bought mine on Saturday!..

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [daisy3333]

  Written by: himself1 on Mar 23, 2009 9:43:23 AM

  Central Auto Group in Plainfield CT has about 30 new 08 GLS, automatic with popular equipment package that they are listing on ebay for $12,500 which includes document fee. They auctioned one last week which went for $12,150 and the reserve price on the auction was $12,000. At that price you can afford to pay for shipping considerable distance and they are listing several out of state sales, as far as ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [cerkel1]

  Written by: daisy3333 on Mar 22, 2009 6:40:08 PM

  Because it was an '08, there was a $2000 rebate from the manufacturer (cash to customer, which we used for the down payment) and then the dealer was offering another $1000 and somewhere during the negotiations there was another $1000 being offered ; I believe it was because we financed through Hyundai credit but I'm not sure. Total rebates/cash was $4000 and then I negotiated it down further.

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [bhmr59]

  Written by: daisy3333 on Mar 22, 2009 6:37:03 PM

  Got it at Torrington Hyundai in Northwest CT. It's actually the third car I've purchased there and the one I got yesterday was for my mom who is 72 and never had a new car! She was very excited to get a new one.

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [bhmr59]

  Written by: cerkel1 on Mar 22, 2009 3:39:31 PM

  Sounds like a good price to me! Which $4000 in rebates did you qualify for? I only qualified for the $ 2000 rebate. Sales tax here in PA is 7%.

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do? [daisy3333]

  Written by: bhmr59 on Mar 21, 2009 9:39:49 PM

  Sounds pretty good. What CT dealer? My son is looking for a used Sonata.

• 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS - How did I do?

  Written by: daisy3333 on Mar 21, 2009 9:19:32 PM

  Purchased a new 2008 Elantra GLS today (Option Package 02; everything but the sunroof). Sticker was $17,395. Got $4,000 in rebates and cash back bringing total down to $13,395 and then negotiated it down further to $12, 800. $12,800 plus 6% tax and $500 in fees and doc/reg/state fee for a total OTD price of $14,041. Purchased in CT if that makes a difference. How did I do?

• Re: [KarenS]

  Written by: manningisright on Feb 22, 2009 2:33:25 PM

  Paid EXACTLY $15,000 for a NEW 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS. According to Edmunds I did 'OK'. Tried to go lower but...didn't quite work out. Satisfied though at the $15000 figure.

Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair

• no title

  Written by: BambuListener on Feb 19, 2009 6:22:11 PM

  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

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: I got my 2008 elantra GLS for 14 K Out of door price [pandalover]

  Written by: backy on Feb 18, 2009 8:11:33 PM

  Floor mats are an accessory that can be purchased at any Hyundai dealer, or you might also find OEM mats via eBay, or custom mats from a variety of places--or plain mats from a discount or auto parts store.

Hyundai Elantra Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Opinions of 2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS sedan [BambuListener]

  Written by: backy on Feb 17, 2009 10:04:45 PM

  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

Hyundai Elantra Brake Problems

• Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [schukanuoslady]

  Written by: Bad08Sonata on Dec 31, 2008 1:41:56 AM

  Here are the official online links for the repair and component location for your 08 Elantra Parking brake issues. Component Location http://www.hmaservice.com/viewer/content.asp?vehicletype=Passenger&mfrcode=HY&ar- ea=HMA&langcode=ENG&modelid=HD13&modelyr=2008&mmctype=en&mmcid=25&group=SHOP&vie- wtype=&cat1=2008+%3E+G+2%2E0+CVVT&contentssize=655&firstnodedesc=Brake+System&si- tinfolist=41%5E4120 Repair procedures http://www.hmaservice.com/viewer/content.asp?vehicletype=Passenger&mfrcode=HY&ar- ea=HMA&langcode=ENG&modelid=HD13&modelyr=2008&mmctype=en&mmcid=25&group=SHOP&vie- wtype=&cat1=2008+%3E+G+2%2E0+CVVT&contentssize=655&firstnodedesc=Brake+System&si- tinfolist=41%5E4120 I would print these out and ask that you be allowed to observe the tech when he or she makes your adjustments. Additionally, I would have them pull both of your rear rotors a let you see the wear on ... Read More

• Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Dec 30, 2008 7:28:11 AM

  I have a 2008 Elantra GLS automatic which I purchased on June 5, 2008. My hubby got one at the same date and time due to the good bargain we got. ($13,995). I was looking for a new vehicle due to losing my Toyota Taco to a recall that it was taken off the road and junked. And since I couldn't afford a new Toyota Taco and my legs were too ... Read More

• Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]

  Written by: backy on Dec 30, 2008 6:12:21 AM

  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

• Re: WARNING TO ALL 2006 and Newer Hyundai Owners [Bad08Sonata]

  Written by: backy on Dec 29, 2008 8:32:14 PM

  What is different in the design of the parking brake of the 2001-2006 Elantra (which I have) and the 2007+ Elantra (which is one of the subjects of your warning)? I am not sure where to find an "online manual" with details on inspecting, adjusting, and repairing the parking brake on my Elantra. If you happen to know such a link, could you please post it? I don't think that level ... Read More

2009 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: IIHS Crash Side Test results...:-( [backy]

  Written by: joe97 on Dec 25, 2008 8:54:53 PM

  It looks like the 2008 model year was tested on the side protection of the Elantra but I agree with you fully, the small cars in the Hyundai product portfolio needs more improvement on crash safety.

Mazda3i vs Elantra GLS

• Re: 09 Mazda3 s T or 08 Elantra SE? [ogurek]

  Written by: ahightower on Dec 17, 2008 6:46:30 PM

  Well, I'll offer the first totally biased opinion in the Mazda forum. I much prefer the Mazda3 to the Elantra. The difference in fuel economy between these two, 2-3 mpg, is not going to impact your monthly budget all that much, even if it goes back to $4 per gallon. And if fuel economy is really important, as it was for me, get a 3i instead of 3s. I find the ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Buying a 08 SE w/AT [ogurek]

  Written by: backy on Dec 12, 2008 1:59:45 PM

  That is a pretty good price for this popular car, well below invoice after invoice as the dealer noted. Be sure they don't try tack any unusual fees onto it, e.g. $399 for "documentation". If it's $15,297 plus tax, title, license plus maybe a reasonable fee for documentation, that is good. The 2009 Elantra SE will get some minor changes, including a USB/iPod jack and a sport-tuned suspension. However, those features ... Read More

• Buying a 08 SE w/AT

  Written by: ogurek on Dec 12, 2008 1:03:10 PM

  hello, im new to the forum and doing some car shopping. i need a basic car for commuting and im trying to get the most car for the dollar. the elantra is one of my candidates. i this from Maxon Hyundai-Mazda (in NJ): "The 2008 Hyundai Elantra SE, MSRP is $17,845, Invoice is $17,297 You can puchase this car for $15,297. Includes $1,500 rebate. . (includes destination)" is this a good ... Read More

2009 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: Elantra Touring [rv65]

  Written by: backy on Dec 6, 2008 2:26:46 PM

  Have you seen any '09s with the USB/iPod jack yet? Hyundai said that feature along with others would be "delayed availability" for 2009, i.e.: · Hyundai’s USB/iPod auxiliary inputs (Delayed availability) · New audio system with larger display and improved XM Satellite Radio™ reception (Delayed availability) · Improved instrument cluster design (Delayed availability) · Enhanced suspensions (Delayed availability) The 2009 GLS I saw recently looked exactly the same as the 2008, ... Read More

• Re: Elantra Touring [backy]

  Written by: mrcellus on Nov 17, 2008 9:59:52 PM

  Hey Backy- Did your local dealer say anything about the 09 elantra sedan se's? I wonder how late it will be for the new features and suspension and what not. I am aware of the sales event for the holidays and my Allen Samuels Hyundai DF/W here are advertising available 2008 se models for the last few weeks.

Economy Sedans (~$16k-$20k)

• Re: '08 Accent [sandman46]

  Written by: backy on Nov 15, 2008 1:01:50 PM

  There are some similarities between the Spectra and Elantra (e.g. pretty much the same powertrains), but one big difference is that ABS is standard on the Elantra and I'm not sure it's even available on the 2008 Spectra EX--I think Kia is making it an option for 2009 though. Also Kia is adding active head restraints to the Spectra for 2009, but the Elantra has them for 2008. Then there is ... Read More

• Re: I've driven them all (almost)... [backy]

  Written by: shipo on Nov 13, 2008 9:58:09 AM

  Yeah, I'm aware that the Mazda3 is in its last year, and as it turns out, the Rabbit has already been replaced (in Europe) as well, so both of my two finalists are "lame-duck" cars. Appropriate given our current economic and political situation. ;) As far as which version of the cars; I drove the models that offered the best mix of fuel economy (my 25,000 annual commute miles were looming ... Read More

• press requests

  Written by: kirstie_h on Nov 3, 2008 12:16:18 PM

  A reporter is interested in talking with satisfied owners of a 2005-2007 Mazda 3 who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jwahl@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 21, 2008 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. A reporter is interested in talking with satisfied owners of a 2005-2007 Honda ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006

• press request

  Written by: kirstie_h on Nov 3, 2008 12:11:58 PM

  A reporter is interested in talking with satisfied owners of a 2001-2006 Hyundai Elantra who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jwahl@edmunds.com no later than Friday, November 21, 2008 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren. Thanks for your consideration, Jonathan Wahl Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.

2008 Hyundai Elantra

• Hyundai Warranty on Paint

  Written by: rjeran1 on Oct 27, 2008 9:58:21 AM

  I just had someone hit me car, causing scratches and other marks on the drivers side, the local Hyundai dealership told me to go to an auto body place, where I got an estimate of around 1500$, does the warranty not cover paint and other things, as it is a 2008 Elantra that I've only had since middle of July. If anyone has any suggestions it would be greatly appreciated. It ... Read More

Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra

• Need help

  Written by: ibstrat on Oct 20, 2008 7:58:37 PM

  I am looking at 2008 Elantra vs 2009 civic. The Elantra due to an Oct. promotional deal is about 3,000 cheaper.I'm a little concerned that the Hyundai dealer has about 40 Elantras while the Honda dealer has only a few civics.I have 2 old Saturns that are about to die and not much money.

Hyundai Elantra Problems 2007+

• Problems after shifting into drive

  Written by: nypaul1 on Oct 18, 2008 12:01:22 PM

  After 3 months of owning a 2008 Elantra with automatic transmission, I began to notice a strange metallic clicking sound only when initially accelerating after car was put into drive. Subsequent accelerations from a stop were normal. this would sometimes happen when car was put into reverse under same circumstances. I went to dealer and technician road tested car and told me the axle on driver's side had too much "play" ... Read More

• Re: car pulls to the left [angiepnjaics]

  Written by: gomst1 on Oct 17, 2008 11:43:15 PM

  If alignment specs is way off, ask the local shop (that diagnosed the problem) for a printout of the alignment. Bring that printout to Hyundai and have them align the car or bring the work order/receipt from the diagnosing shop and bring it to Hyundai. I believe it is still under warranty unless it indicates a previous accident which was not disclosed by the seller of the vehicle. If it is ... Read More

2009 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: More news... [bryan_05]

  Written by: moparbad on Oct 15, 2008 10:59:00 AM

  August 2007. If I remember correctly that is when the "news" of the Elantra Touring for North America started to break and it is now October 2008 and Hyundai has yet to make the car available.

• More news...

  Written by: bryan_05 on Oct 15, 2008 5:55:28 AM

  http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2008/10/first-drive-200.html Large photo gallery included. "Two weeks ago I got the chance to drive an early version of the Elantra Touring due out later this year. I was impressed with the little wagon as were others on our staff like Bill Jackson, our resident Weekend Athlete. We’ll be posting a video with his thoughts on this car in the near future, but for my initial impressions and a photo gallery keep ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 08 Elantra SE Manual Price [oldermom]

  Written by: backy on Oct 14, 2008 3:01:56 PM

  Given the popularity and rarity of the 2008 Elantra SE, that may be about as good as you can get at this time. My local dealer hasn't had an SE in stock for months. I think the dealer fee is excessive, though, and if you are close to Fairfax Hyundai then you are close to Fitzmall, which had several Elantra SEs in stock as of a couple of days ago, so ... Read More

• Re: Was this a good deal [changingtide]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Oct 9, 2008 6:32:00 AM

  "I purchased a new 2008 Elantra GLS Auto w/pop equipment package in June for 13,550.00 OTD. The car was recently totaled in an accident so I need to replace it. I stumbled upon this forum and I'm starting to wonder whether I received a good deal or not. The car performed great in the accident, we were sandwiched between two truck and everyone walked away unharmed. Any thoughts would be appreciated, ... Read More

• Was this a good deal

  Written by: changingtide on Oct 6, 2008 12:35:48 PM

  I purchased a new 2008 Elantra GLS Auto w/pop equipment package in June for 13,550.00 OTD. The car was recently totaled in an accident so I need to replace it. I stumbled upon this forum and I'm starting to wonder whether I received a good deal or not. The car performed great in the accident, we were sandwiched between two truck and everyone walked away unharmed. Any thoughts would be appreciated, ... Read More

• Re: Elantra gls auto + popular package + mud guards + cargo net [vijayamaravadi]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 30, 2008 5:41:47 PM

  "Total price paid 12995 + 995 for additional bumper to bumper coverage, 4.79 interest for 60 months. Additional stuff included mud guards, carpeted mats. and cargo net." I don't know what you mean by additional bumper to bumper coverage. But it sounds good to me. Hubby and I paid $14,000 plus tax, plus Motor Vehicle fees and document processing. Hubby got the same interest rate you did, mine was 2 points ... Read More

2008 Hyundai Elantra

• no title

  Written by: hyundaigoddess on Sep 23, 2008 10:25:25 AM

  I bought my 2008 Hyundai Elantra SE in June and although I've been taking immaculate care of it (more so than any other care I've owned), I was shocked to discover it has, somehow become scratched on the interior passenger side panel. Anyone else have this problem or know how I could go about fixing it? Thanks in advance!

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Is this typical for a volume Hyundai dealer? [jdev12]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 17, 2008 8:12:03 PM

  Towne Hyundai in NJ is offering $1700 below dealer invoice for the 2008 Elantra GLS, $1000 rebate, "destination included". Should I assume that other volume Hyundai dealers will be offering similar savings and factor this into my target price? I'm shopping for a GLS automatic with the '02 Popular Equipment package' You can get one for $14,000 at Suresky in Goshen, NY. All you have to do is tell them you ... Read More

• Is this typical for a volume Hyundai dealer?

  Written by: jdev12 on Sep 17, 2008 12:01:38 PM

  Towne Hyundai in NJ is offering $1700 below dealer invoice for the 2008 Elantra GLS, $1000 rebate, "destination included". Should I assume that other volume Hyundai dealers will be offering similar savings and factor this into my target price? I'm shopping for a GLS automatic with the '02 Popular Equipment package'.

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers [andrealan]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 15, 2008 5:24:28 AM

  try this link first. It has all the styles listed for the Hyundai 2008 Elantra http://seatcovers.net/hyundai-seat-covers.html If it does not work you can go to www.seatcovers.net and do a search for your year/car. My husband got expensive ones, they repell even water. We actually called and spoke to someone and you can also have their complete list of prices for all the covers they make for the Hyundai Elantra mailed to ... Read More

2009 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: 2009 Hyundai Elantra Sedan Press Release-Hyundai News [mrcellus]

  Written by: backy on Sep 13, 2008 6:45:03 PM

  Thanks for posting this! It confirms some rumors (iPod interface) and kills others (styling tweaks, ESC on the GLS). The tweks to the suspension on the GLS and SE are a surprise, but welcome. Notice all the new features listed are "late availability." That means, apparently, that for awhile the 2009s will be just like the 2008s. I wonder if there will be a price increase for 2009? (The price link ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers [schukanuoslady]

  Written by: andrealan on Sep 13, 2008 7:01:46 AM

  Hello, I am the proud owner of an 2008 Apple Red Hyundai GLS. I just love her!!! This morning I did a search for seat covers and found your blog. Where did you get them custom made and how much did they cost? Thanks in advance for the information. I STARTED OUT WITH 16815.00 PLUS ALL THOSE NASTY FEES. I THEN RECEIVED A $1500.00 REBATE AND PUT DOWN 2500.00. FINANCED 14600.00. ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers [wobbly_ears]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 10, 2008 8:55:18 PM

  "I would suggest against putting any sort of seat cover on modern cars anymore. One reason is because of the seat mounted thorax side airbags on your Elantra. If you put a seat cover, it wouldn't allow the seat airbag to deploy when it needs to. (It deploys from the side of the seat)" This is true and that is why these seat covers have to be custom made. They make ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers [schukanuoslady]

  Written by: wobbly_ears on Sep 9, 2008 10:39:42 AM

  I would suggest against putting any sort of seat cover on modern cars anymore. One reason is because of the seat mounted thorax side airbags on your Elantra. If you put a seat cover, it wouldn't allow the seat airbag to deploy when it needs to. (It deploys from the side of the seat) Another reason is that Elantra's passenger seat has a weight classification sensor in the bottom of the ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers [schukanuoslady]

  Written by: alamocity on Sep 8, 2008 12:44:00 PM

  http://seatcovers.net/hyundai-seat-covers.html

2008 Hyundai Elantra

• 2008 Hyundai Elanta custom made seat covers

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 8, 2008 11:25:55 AM

  My husband and I have been searching all over for covers for our Elantra's especially since he spilled soda in his one front seat. We finally found a custom website. I tried to copy the link but it won't drop into my message so if you go to: www.seatcovers.net and then search for your vehicle you will come up with all the seat covers they make. They know there is a ... Read More

• 2008 Hyundai Elanta custom made seat covers

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 8, 2008 11:25:25 AM

  My husband and I have been searching all over for covers for our Elantra's especially since he spilled soda in his one front seat. We finally found a custom website. I tried to copy the link but it won't drop into my message so if you go to: www.seatcovers.net and then search for your vehicle you will come up with all the seat covers they make. They know there is a ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Hyundai Elantra Seat Covers

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Sep 8, 2008 11:11:02 AM

  I seem to remember someone asking where they could get seat covers for the 2008 Hyundai Elantra's. Well, I found this website and my husband ordered the Scotch Guard for us. So I am just posting this for anyone who wants to protect their new seats in their Elantra's. My husband already spilled soda on his one front seat and I had to use an oxi-product for cars to get the ... Read More

2009 Hyundai Elantra

• 2009 sedans in October?

  Written by: backy on Sep 8, 2008 8:45:58 AM

  While I was waiting for an oil change at my local Hyundai dealer today, I was talking with a sales rep about various things. He mentioned that the 2009 Elantra sedans were due in "next month." He also said that they would have styling tweaks from the 2008s (maybe like we've seen in those photos from the Beijing auto show?). I asked him if the GLS would get ESC, as has ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Elantra GLS with popular equipment package

  Written by: sonora1 on Sep 3, 2008 9:44:43 AM

  I bought one 2008 Elantra GLS with popular equipment package (no sunroof) at $13,800 after rebate before taxes and fees from Peninsula Hyundai in Redwood City, California. I have visited Sunnyvale Hyundai, San Leandro Hyundai and Roten Hyundai in Richmond before I placed order to Peninsula Dodge & Hyundai. I got bad experience from Wali, the salesperson of Roten Hyundai.

2007 Elantra First Impressions

• 2008 Used Hyundai Elantra SE

  Written by: jenabee on Aug 31, 2008 12:35:50 AM

  How much do you think I should buy it for? It has 6,923 miles on it.

2008 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: [neleema]

  Written by: backy on Aug 30, 2008 5:52:43 PM

  I only wanted to see what owners thought of them, and most seem to be having problems with stalling. There are about 200,000 of the current-gen Elantras on the road in the U.S. I don't see how you could come to the conclusion that most Elantra owners seem to be having problems with stalling from what you have seen in this forum. You have seen only a few posts from owners ... Read More

• Re: [neleema]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Aug 29, 2008 8:27:03 PM

  I don't seem to remember saying I bought my Elantra because MY FRIENDS thought it was cool. I stated my husband knew some friends of his with Sonatas and Elantras and they had no major problems. As for saying an 11 yr old vehicle needs to be traded in....well that 11 year old vehicle had nothing wrong with it except the frame. And after the crappy way the Dealer treated me ... Read More

• Re: [neleema]

  Written by: bwaller78 on Aug 29, 2008 4:47:44 PM

  I find your response lacking ownership experience. I also find that your response is just pure based on research and reading publications that are just a small fraction of the number of elantras sold. I want you to know that I have a 2007 elantra and have 10300 miles on my elantra and it has go through a summer heat that you probably would not comprehend, but yet my elantra never ... Read More

• Re: Reliability? [pauleye]

  Written by: backy on Aug 29, 2008 9:42:57 AM

  One bit of data is that Consumer Reports rates the 2008 Elantra "Excellent" (its top score) in predicted reliability based on its surveys, from the 2007-8 model years. Also, the reliability history of the previous-generation Elantra was pretty good also. So there is actually considerable operating history on the Elantra and Hyundais in general. I think the reason that you can still get an Elantra for considerably less than a comparably-equipped ... Read More

• I just received a keyword alert

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Aug 29, 2008 9:02:41 AM

  Hyundai is recalling 65,000 Elantra sedans because of a fuel pump. The automaker says the fuel pumps can lose pressure and reduce engine performance. The recall affects the 2008 Elantra equipped with the 2.0 liter four-cylinder beta engine. For more information about the recall, click here. http://www.lasvegasnow.com/global/story.asp?s=8916763

• Re: [neleema]

  Written by: schukanuoslady on Aug 29, 2008 6:40:17 AM

  "Yes it is true that any car can have a ton of different problems, but why would you buy a car with numerous reports of ENGINE STALLING problems? Seems to me the headrest complaint in the Civic or the Air Condition problem in the Corolla seem harmless in comparison to something where ironically (with all the standard safety features) the car can cause an accident (by stalling in the middle of ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Fuel Pump Campaign [sfritz59]

  Written by: ctc1 on Aug 27, 2008 5:37:22 PM

  Had the fuel pump in my daughters Elantra replaced yesterday. Service writer said she knew nothing about recall but looked it up and discovered it was issued on monday and agreed to replace pump.

• Looks like the recall is formal!

  Written by: pauleye on Aug 27, 2008 10:16:41 AM

  I've been following along these threads re the fuel pump issue and am happy to see Hyundai has issued a formal recall. I now feel better about buying this car for my son. Here's the text (found at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/results.cfm): Make / Models : Model/Build Years: HYUNDAI / ELANTRA 2008 Recall Number: 08V429000 Summary: HYUNDAI IS RECALLING 65,000 MY 2008 ELANTRA WITH 2.0 LITER BETA ENGINES. THE FUEL PUMP MOTOR MAY NOT ... Read More

• 2008 Hyundai Elantra Fuel Pump Campaign

  Written by: sfritz59 on Aug 27, 2008 7:13:39 AM

  HI! I am a new owner of a 2008 Elantra and have been reviewing this discussion about the fuel pump failures. I called Hyundai about it and they told me there is a current campaign - # T57. When I took my car to the dealership about a different issue, I asked them to take care of this and they did with no questions asked.

• Re: Please post date of manufacture if you have fuel pump problems [riguy]

  Written by: 3kidsinback on Aug 22, 2008 7:24:27 PM

  FYI, 5 more recorded fuel pump failures logged at this web site since the last time I checked: http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2008/HYUNDAI/ELANTRA

• Re: Elantra 2008 Fuel Pump [riguy]

  Written by: 3kidsinback on Aug 18, 2008 6:27:22 PM

  Glad to hear you are safe. Did you call the NHTSA to file a complaint of your own? Also helpful if you call Hyundai....

• Elantra 2008 Fuel Pump

  Written by: riguy on Aug 17, 2008 7:23:39 PM

  Picked up my new Elantra on 25 June. Drove it 25 miles, when it stalled on an exit ramp. The car was hesitating and would not respond when I pressed the gas pedal. Dealer came, gave me a free loaner, and told me they would contact me the next day. They called and said that the fnew uel pump would not arrive for at least 4-6 weeks due to the major ... Read More

• Re: Please post date of manufacture if you have fuel pump problems [3kidsinback]

  Written by: alcourts on Aug 13, 2008 10:54:22 AM

  Update: Build date was March 29, 2008. The dealer replaced the fuel pump and the car seems to be running fine, but only a few miles on the new pump so far. They did call the tech center this time and I believe they were told to replace the pump. The dealer had the car for a week waiting on an O-ring needed for the new pump which they had in ... Read More

• Re: Fuel pump issue [backy]

  Written by: 3kidsinback on Aug 12, 2008 3:51:16 PM

  Please read this link. For those of you keeping score, there have been 6 more additions added to the list of safety complaints in the last 10 days. 5 are fuel related, and one is an airbag failure to deploy issue. http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2008/HYUNDAI/ELANTRA

• Re: Honda Fit, Corolla or Elantra? [clemence]

  Written by: backy on Aug 8, 2008 7:43:47 AM

  The Elantra (and Corolla) and the Fit are totally different kinds cars. So the first question you need to ask yourself is, do I need a hatchback/wagon or is a sedan OK? That question alone could steer you to the Fit (although the Matrix is another option). One big advantage the Elantra (SE only) and Corolla have over the Fit IMO is that electronic stability control is available (standard on the ... Read More