2009 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews

This car stinks

Written by: Laurie on 11/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I purchased this car brand new. I was so excited. It was suppose to get 33mpg on the highway. I only drive highway miles. I am getting 24mpg and the dealer and Hyundai just say they can't find anything wrong with it. They are not doing anything about it but giving me the run around. I will never purchase another Hyundai again!!! Should have bought the Toyota like I was thinking about!

Favorite Features

Interior is nice and so is the XM radio

Suggested Improvements

Listen to your customers. If there is a problem figure out how to make it right!

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Engine vibration above 2500rpm

Written by: c0mmuter on 11/07/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought the Elantra back in August 2009, 3600 miles currently. It has performed reliably, no major mechanical problems. Handles well, though the steering is a little stiff. For a small car, it rides well on a variety of surfaces. However, the engine vibration is excessive above 2500RPM in all gears. It is felt in the driver's feet. I took the car to the dealer ship and was assured that this is 'normal' by the service department. I did not run it above 2500RPM during the test drive. The manual says that during the first 600 mile break in to run the engine between 2000-4000rpm. The vibration has reduced a little since August 2009.

Favorite Features

XM radio built in. A small car with width similar to Sonata, Accord, Camry, great for wide frame riders. Power package. Adequate backseat leg room.

Suggested Improvements

Smooth out engine vibration above 2500RPM. Better back and seat support in front seats for long drives.

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Solid vehicle

Written by: Joegiant on 11/07/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

So far, so good. For those shopping for a good, reliable, relatively inexpensive commuter vehicle, this may in fact be the one. You're not buying prestige but rather "bang for the buck". Hyundai truly has packed alot of punch into this car for the pricepoint. Many standard safety features too numerous to list. Comfortable ride. Decent gas mileage (getting about 34 on the hwy after 5,000 miles break-in). Slushbox trans works the way it's supposed to - trouble free. Start 'er up, put 'er in drive and away you go. Trouble free transportation. With Cash for Clunkers program, after all the smoke, paid under $11k for this '09 Elantra SE. Truly remarkable. Give this company a serious look!

Favorite Features

Price, price, price (i.e. VALUE across the board). Nice interior. Decent handling for highway commuting. Excellent sound system. ESC safety feature STANDARD. Rock solid proven engine (2.0 Beta engine).

Suggested Improvements

Wish the driver seat was like the leather one in my '05 Elantra GT hatchback. That seat could be adjusted every which-away. This one not so. That "booming" when punching gas pedal could be addressed in future models. Since the XM is cranked don't hear it much but it is there if radio is off.

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The best buy!

Written by: hnicoleg on 11/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

I just bought my Hyundai, and I have no complaints! Its performance is amazing compared to my old mazda, and you can't beat the price, 12,000. If anyone is looking into the Hyundai Elantra, you should really consider it!

Favorite Features

3 free months of XM Warranty is fantastic the exterior/ Interior performance Safety features ( This car is a tank!) Tires they put on it are the best!

Suggested Improvements

Nothing comes to mind!

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Some features make all the difference.

Written by: MIke K on 10/31/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

My wife and i love this car. The lack of road noise is fantastic and ads to the use of the blue tooth phone on board this fun to drive vehicle. The back seats fold down individually permitting you to haul long items while still seating somebody in the back seat. We drove many vehicles before buying this one, and for the money nothing comes close to this car for value. It not only has an Aux port for ipods or other music players, but it also has a USB port for flash drives and other usb devices. The Cabin on this car is very quiet and comfortable.

Favorite Features

Blue tooth phone, very quiet interior. several entertainment options.

Suggested Improvements

mud flaps need to be standard on all the models.

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exterior noise

Written by: beth on 10/28/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Can hear a lot of the road while driving but other than that a great car so far.

Favorite Features

blue lights in dashboard, very impressive

Suggested Improvements

a little bit of a noisy ride

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Price is worth it

Written by: swimmurgirl on 10/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

I bought this car for my daughter and she fell in love with it. She loves the blue light interior and the way it handles. The price was awesome. Paid 14K for it. Very impressed. I was worried about engine noise, but after driving it, it wasn't that bad. So no complaints. Had to decide between the Corolla S and Hyundai. Went with Hyundai based on price and features. We get 3 months of XM. Toyota doesn't offer that. A lot more amenities that a kid could like at that age.

Favorite Features

Color light interior. Price

Suggested Improvements

Nothing so far.

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Great Car, Great Price

Written by: Sheryl on 09/28/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Bought 2 weeks ago, 1,500 miles so far, am totally impressed with the quality and value. Great interior features, 2 trip tach, rides smooth, quick acceleration on fwy. onramps, great control compared to what am used to. I shopped and compared Civics, Corollas and others, for months previous to buying, owned Toyotas previously, but this impressed me more than the new Corolla. No complaints at all! I'm only 5'0", and like how I can see the road, compared to a Civic. Very satisfied with it, plus a great warranty. So far the MPG is about 30 city/36 hwy.

Favorite Features

MPG, cruise, XM radio, all the cubbyholes!

Suggested Improvements

A/C vents could move up/down instead of just sideways.

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No Regrets

Written by: Steve on 09/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)

Review

Purchased the car with Cash for Clunkers and got it for just under $10K. Considered Honda, Toyota, Mazda and Dodge but happy I settled with Elantra. Taken one long trip and averaged 36 mpg. The ride is quite and comfortable with an interior space that lets you hear music at a reasonable volume with a stereo system much better than what you would expect in this class. The seats are excellent for not being adjustable. I have a combat injury to my back and was quite surprised at the seat support comfort on a long trip. I have owned two Honda Civics and consider this vehicle a much better value especially when comparing the warranty coverage. Hyundai has come a long way, baby!

Favorite Features

Quiet and roomy interior, comfortable seating, solid safety features including ABS and multiple air bags, great stereo system, best in class warranty.

Suggested Improvements

Power driver seat adjustments and automatic door locking during acceleration. Longer arm rest for driver. Small stuff, great car!

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What a buy !

Written by: tim on 09/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)

Review

Excellent car. Thoughtfully engineered, first-rate build quality, very nicely equipped. But the warranty and the five years free roadside assistance closed the deal, not to mention the great price.

Favorite Features

Height-adjustable drivers seat. Sun-glass holder. Aux and USB radio inputs.

Suggested Improvements

5-Speed Automatic Trans. Temperature gauge.

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