2012 Hyundai Elantra - Consumer Discussions

2011 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: 2012 Elantra White Smoke 22,000 miles [looney722]

  Written by: lhwang78 on Jun 12, 2013 12:30:39 PM

  I had this same problem twice too!! definitely something hyundai needs to look into. Anyone know if Hyundai has been looking into this??

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Elantra MPG

  Written by: gws2 on May 17, 2013 5:24:45 PM

  I to was fooled by Hyundai's false MPG adds. My 2012 Elantra Limited with 12000 miles averages between 24 and 27 MPG, city and highway. I live in a flat state and check mileage by dividing gallons into miles driven, not using the dash MPG gauge

• Tire wear & tear issues

  Written by: rufener on May 16, 2013 5:56:22 PM

  We have a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. Bought it brand new. It has 23,xxx miles. I had the tires rotated at 14k and 22k miles. Our car is now sounding like a monster truck with big knobby tires and vibrates so much it shakes the seats, not to mention the steering wheel and everything else. I've not had it to the Hyundai dealership as it's a 1.5 hour drive to one and ... Read More

• Terrible MPG

  Written by: daddys2dab on May 14, 2013 12:48:38 PM

  I am a victim, like many others, of the MPG crisis with the 2013 Elantra. I have now owned this car for well over a year and have never averaged over 30mpg. I do not trust the mpg that the car tells me either. If I put in 10 gallons of gas and only drove 240 miles, that's only 24 mpg; it is simple math. I drive mostly city driving with ... Read More

Elantra 2013 steering column issues

• Re: Elantra 2013 steering column issues [edlantra54]

  Written by: des64 on May 2, 2013 3:48:42 PM

  I had an Elantra 2012. I purchased it new and 9 months later my steering locked hard while I was driving on the highway. I was unable to make a turn and therefore ended up hitting a transport truck coming the opposite direction. I was lucky to live through it. I am looking to find someone to do a class action lawsuit. Is there anyone out there that has steering issues ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: 2011 Elantra GLS 6A 25,000 mile Update [pflyer]

  Written by: garlandcary on Apr 25, 2013 11:34:30 AM

  I have no problem with you doing what you need to do to maximize mileage. On the freeway, unless it's an emergent situation, I "drive" with the cruise control, too. Last weekend, I went with a co-worker to trade her 2012 Elantra for a Honda CR-V. I hadn't been in an Elantra since trading my 2013 for an Accord. While at the dealership, I went outside to move the car and ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012 [knocker81]

  Written by: garlandcary on Apr 7, 2013 6:20:17 PM

  I had a loan, but I couldn't wait. I wasn't willing to be a rolling billboard for Hyundai. I traded the Elantra at the first opportunity and haven't suffered a single pang of regret. Good riddance to that pretty but woefully under-engineered and over-promised car. There are so many alternatives that deliver greater real world efficiency that I hope shoppers look beyond sheet metal to make sure their choice can deliver ... Read More

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

  Written by: knocker81 on Apr 7, 2013 5:08:55 PM

  I agree 100%......I think it's one of the biggest scams in a long time. Can't wait for the lease to be up.

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

  Written by: pcj on Apr 6, 2013 1:22:25 PM

  I bought my 2012 Elantra in Oct of 2011 and it was one of the first 2012's delivered. I bought it primarily for the promise of good gas mileage. I now have ~15,000 miles on it and I have managed to average over 30 mpg on only 2 tankfuls. One of these was at 30.5 and the second was 31.6. I drive primarily highway back and forth to work (25 mi ... Read More

Selling my 2012 Elantra. How much will I get for it at the dealer?

• Re: hyundai elantra radio issues [steven39]

  Written by: harryf1958 on Apr 4, 2013 12:37:12 PM

  I am having other issues with the radio on my 2013 Elantra GLS. Leased the vehicle November 2012, currently less than 3,500km on it. Sometimes , it will take more than one push of the button to either turn on, turn off or change the radio station. This, however, is not the most annoying issue. Back in late November/early December last year, I noticed that almost exactly at the 15 minute ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Cooling System Problem

• 2012 Elantra Coolant problem

  Written by: valorieo on Apr 3, 2013 4:48:44 AM

  So it's been pretty sad to read about all these other Elantras having cooling issues ending up with their engines seizing. My 2012 Elantra has 15K miles on it. I've already replaced the thermostat on it at 12K miles but the symptoms have started up again so it's going back to the dealer. I bought the car new with fewer than 500 miles on it and all my repairs have been ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: POOR GAS MILAGE 2012 ELANTRA [knocker81]

  Written by: garlandcary on Mar 29, 2013 9:41:37 AM

  knocker81, you probably don't want to know what the city mileage would be like with combined mileage of 24. That's close to my combined mileage, and in the city alone, right after a fill-up, it wasn't uncommon for me to see average mileage in the high teens. Unlike my CVT Accord with a truly effective "ECON" mode, the Elantra's "Active ECO" drivetrain seems not to be efficient enough to recover in ... Read More

• Re: POOR GAS MILAGE 2012 ELANTRA [creyes1]

  Written by: garlandcary on Mar 29, 2013 9:27:31 AM

  The discussion centers around the current generation Hyundai Elantra, which bowed for the 2011 model year, not the previous generation such as your 2010 model. Still, that's a lot of additional expense and trouble, using fuel additives AND high octane gas, to just match the kind of mileage my 2006 Civic easily achieved buzzing along at 3000 rpm and 80-plus MPH on the highway with ARCO 87 octane fuel and a ... Read More

• In the real world ...

  Written by: garlandcary on Mar 5, 2013 8:09:25 PM

  I between June 26, 2012 and February 27, 2013 I put 11,769 miles on a 2013 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan with the Preferred Equipment package (home link, auto-dimming mirror, heated front seats, etc.) Frankly I LOVED the way the car looked, and compared to the 2006 Honda Civic LX Sedan I replaced with it, it was quiet, comfortable, spacious and, on all but the worst of roads, a better handler, as ... Read More

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

• 2010 transmission problem

  Written by: gdchavez on Feb 6, 2013 10:24:41 AM

  Bought a Certified Used 2010 Hyundai Elantra in Oct of 2012 and now just 4 months latter it needs a new transmission! It only has 32K miles on it. When I went to buy this car I did extensive research and nowhere did they mention this problem. I am very disappointed with the car reviews out there. I drive 27 miles each way to work on a mountain road and need ... Read More

2011 Hyundai Elantra

• 2012 Elantra White Smoke 22,000 miles

  Written by: looney722 on Dec 3, 2012 9:30:31 PM

  I think this is a problem that Hyundai needs to look into further. I have had the white smoke, loss of acceleration and rough running motor on three different occassions. I called the dealership the first time and they said to watch it. The second time I took it in and they said that the plug was loose and they tighted it....should be OK. The third time, they are blaming it ... Read More

Help Me Choose!

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [backy]

  Written by: markwillis on Nov 21, 2012 5:10:02 PM

  Same here. I've received multiple quotes for about 16.5K on i Touring 3's, AFTER destination fee and BEFORE military rebates (which I believe is only $500, but still, that's 16K which in my opinion is an INCREDIBLE deal). With that, I'm sold. No need to sacrifice options or anything. That's the price of most BASE models of cars in the same class with half the options. I believe the only way ... Read More

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [mr_gone]

  Written by: plekto on Nov 21, 2012 2:47:05 PM

  The Reason I think the Cruze is a better car than the 3 is because it actually has a usable and decent interior. It certainly drives better thanks to the weight and wheelbase. Almost all of the magazines seem to be calling neck and neck between the two. Remember, that this car is a re-badged version of GM's best selling small car in Europe and is made by Opel. So it ... Read More

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [markwillis]

  Written by: plekto on Nov 21, 2012 4:53:26 AM

  So I ground through as much data as I could while I was waiting for an old PC I'm resurrecting as a game box to install Windows (for the second time - sigh). Three hours and still no joy vs 20 minutes and worked perfectly for Linix Mint...) Anyways, check this out: http://www.truecar.com/prices-new/chevrolet/cruze-pricing/2012/ Leftover models are on some sort of massive discount right now. It's about $16K and is a far ... Read More

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [mr_gone]

  Written by: plekto on Nov 20, 2012 10:18:29 AM

  Actually, Truecar has a Dart at around $18K by the time you get the SXT version, which you have to TO GET AIR CONDITIONING FROM THE BUMS. The Base model is a total stripper that even rental companies won't want to buy as it is below their minimum equipment requirements. I mean, who actually makes you pay for air conditioning and floor mats these days? What is this, 1990? So you ... Read More

• Re: '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT [markwillis]

  Written by: backy on Nov 19, 2012 6:37:31 PM

  I haven't driven the Dart but have checked it out. I like the exterior but the interior was not as impressive. Maybe in the higher trim with leather it would be. Also the back seat was surprisingly tight for such a large car... the Elantra has more room. If I had to choose between these 3 I'd go with the Mazda3. Great handling, buttoned-down ride, excellent fuel economy, reliable. Who knows ... Read More

• '11/'12 Hyundai Elantra Limited vs. '12 Mazda3 i Touring vs. Dodge Dart SXT

  Written by: markwillis on Nov 19, 2012 10:47:22 AM

  I am definitely torn with this one. I've been researching cars for about 4 months now while I've been working on selling my truck privately. I'm pretty close to the point where I'd be willing to just trade it in, be happy to get what I owe on it, and cut it even. Anyway, after a long 4 months of researching sedans on the Internet, pricing them out, talking to some ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Cooling System Problem

• Hyundai Elantra Seized Engine

  Written by: ted2006 on Nov 15, 2012 10:42:26 AM

  DO NOT BUY a HYUNDAI and here is why. Hyundai will not honor the warranty when something major happens to your car. I have a 2006 Elantra with 91,200 miles. This still falls under the Powertrain warranty that Hyundai is so proud to promote. In short, my engine seized due to overheating. The dealership in NJ told me it was my fault because they told me of a leak and I ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Elantra owners

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Nov 5, 2012 2:54:32 PM

  A reporter would like to speak to Hyundai and Kia owners who agree or disagree with the latest controversy over MPG. If you own a Hyundai or a Kia and would like to speak to a reporter about your experience with your car's fuel economy, please send your daytime and evening contact info to pr@edmunds.com no later than Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET.

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier

• Elantra owners

  Written by: Stever@Edmunds on Nov 5, 2012 2:53:55 PM

  A reporter would like to speak to Hyundai and Kia owners who agree or disagree with the latest controversy over MPG. If you own a Hyundai or a Kia and would like to speak to a reporter about your experience with your car's fuel economy, please send your daytime and evening contact info to pr@edmunds.com no later than Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at 8 a.m. PT/11 a.m. ET.

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Told you so!

  Written by: eweiner on Nov 3, 2012 9:13:11 AM

  I have been posting here since the beginning of the year that the Hyundai MPG estimates are simply wrong. I have a 2012 elantra limited and I have only gotten as much as 39 miles to the gallon by driving for an extended period of time at an excessive highway speed of 65 mpg. For the rest of my driving my MPG has only been 24. Not even 29 miles per ... Read More

• Re: Told you so! [eweiner]

  Written by: nerl945 on Nov 4, 2012 5:57:24 PM

  I have never gotten below 30 mpg on my 2012 Elantra. Using real gas and not corn oil, I have gotten as high as 45 on it. The highest with corn oil is 43. My biggest complaint what they show as the mpg you are getting. My computer is off from 3-5 mpg! The dealer supposedly replaced it but it improved nothing, still off 3-5 mpg. Either they didn't replace it ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai & Kia admit false fuel economy [cleanmpg]

  Written by: backy on Nov 2, 2012 6:40:15 PM

  Although this discussion is for MY 2012... was the Elantra GT you drove a manual or automatic? I have the GT with 6MT on my short list for my next car. I've not had any problems meeting or exceeding EPA ratings on Elantras of any model year... even the uplifted ratings on current cars. But it's incomprehensible for a company like Hyundai, trying to build market share in a tough field, ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai & Kia admit false fuel economy

  Written by: cleanmpg on Nov 2, 2012 1:48:39 PM

  Hi All: While some complain, in my experience the vehicles that are falling the furthest behind their respective EPA ratings today include both the all-new 2013 Ford C-MAX hybrid and the 2013 Dodge Dart with the 1.4L engine. The Sonata, Elantra, and Accent can and do eat their EPA in far easier manner than those two in particular. Having driven maybe 75 different fuel efficient vehicles within any number of segments ... Read More

• Haters? get real!

  Written by: aptman on Aug 12, 2012 9:43:43 AM

  Its absurd that some posters call others that post real world numbers haters...I will state one more time, this is my 3rd Hyundai in a row, I love the car, it looks great, drives good, I WOULD BUY IT AGAIN...BUT...the gas mileage is no where close to what hyundai states...I may average 25-26 (the computer says 2 mpg better but it is not accurate), I do not drive the best I ... Read More

• Re: Hmm [eweiner]

  Written by: longo2 on Nov 3, 2012 1:26:06 PM

  You are right, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra will do great mpg's long before 19,000 miles. The Elantra Rental with a/t used in this mileage test story had less than 5,000 miles and averaged over 45 mpg on an 800+ highway road trip. http://www.cleanmpg.com/forums/showthread.php?t=43477

Hyundai News

• Re: EPA trouble [steve_]

  Written by: aviboy97 on Nov 2, 2012 8:03:16 AM

  Saw that here too http://www.autoblog.com/2012/11/02/hyundai-kia-admit-exaggerated-mileage-claims-- will-compensate-o/ The Elantra drops to 38mpg highway.

Help Me Choose!

• Honda, Kia, Hyundai, or Mazda??

  Written by: hondaman2010 on Oct 24, 2012 3:58:04 PM

  I need help picking out a car. I want something reasonable but I also want a car that is very good quality also (no junk). I currently have a 2011 Honda Accord LX-P and I think it has been a little too big (and expensive) for me. It is also not very good with gas. Here are the cars I am looking at: 2013 Hyundai Elantra or Sonata 2013 Kia Optima ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Lease Questions

• Hyundai Elantra GLS Lease #s

  Written by: dolphin5 on Oct 8, 2012 6:55:34 PM

  Hi Car_man, Can you please provide the lease numbers (mf & resid) on 24 and 36 month, 12K and 15K mi/year leases on the 2012 and 2013 Hyundai Elantra GLS Sedan. Also, is there any lease support being provided? Thanks

2012 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: POOR GAS MILAGE 2012 ELANTRA [kate007124]

  Written by: serenala18 on Sep 23, 2012 10:34:23 PM

  I am not sure what else you could do. But I would like to say one thing in the defense of this car. When I was learning to drive I drove my brother's old 1995 Saturn, as he was away in college. Later, I bought it from him. I loved that car. But eventually the car got old and not as reliable as it once was. And with my life changing ... Read More

Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

• Looking for a compact sedan (Mazda3, Civic, Elantra, Impreza, Focus)

  Written by: toonsngraphics on Sep 21, 2012 5:45:31 AM

  I have been test driving many cars in the last month or so, but need some feedback. The cars in comparison are: Hyundai Elantra Limited, Mazda3 Grand Touring Sedan, Subaru Impreza Limited Sedan, Ford Focus Titanium Sedan and the Honda Civic EX-L. I drove them all and thought they were decent driving cars. The Subaru Impreza is AWD which is probably not needed and dealer was not willing to move much ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2011 Elantra CPO 32k for $13,700 before TTL [perucho]

  Written by: xavior on Sep 19, 2012 7:01:30 AM

  They are always listed north of $14K, so I suppose that's a pretty good deal. I was considering a 2011/12 Hyundai Elantra, but I kept running into the new vs used issue. Since the Elantra's are still a popular car, the used car prices are staying very high. I got a quote for $16K before TTL for a base model 2012 Elantra with A/T (this is after the $500 downpayment matching) ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Touring Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Tried to get a good deal on a Touring.. ended up with a Sonata

  Written by: misterbill on Sep 1, 2012 11:43:21 PM

  I really like my 2010 Touring and my wife is driving a 1997 Buick she got from her mother, so I went to my local dealership today to see what they could do on a new 2012 Touring, given that it's been discontinued and replaced by the Elantra GT, which looks like a Subaru Impreza and which I really do not care for. Much to my surprise, he said that Hyundai ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS [ixis14]

  Written by: ixis14 on Sep 1, 2012 7:59:27 PM

  Car_man, I just found out that 2012 Elantra's are pretty much gone. So instead of lease rates for a 2012 could you please provide the lease rates for a 2013 Elantra GLS. Thanks, Ixis14

• 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS

  Written by: ixis14 on Sep 1, 2012 5:49:24 PM

  Hello Car_man What is the September residual and money factor for a 2012 Elantra GLS? I'm interested in a 15k per year 24 month and 36 month lease in california. Also what is the minimum credit score for the top tier lease rates? Thanks, Ixis

• Re: Good price for Hyundai Elantra [bobemo]

  Written by: xavior on Aug 28, 2012 9:58:55 PM

  Thanks for this information! I have been scouring this list, looking for a post such as this to help. Do you mind if I ask if your GLS had the preferred package? I assume the 15,199.95 is before TTL? I will be buying one in November (paying cash, so I think I can push them with the "instant sale" guideline since it's an off-peak buying time). I would prefer to get ... Read More

• Re: trading 2012 elantra limited for 2013 [maxx4me]

  Written by: eddie149 on Aug 20, 2012 6:56:26 PM

  I also want to go to this dealership because they were the first place I went to when buying my elantra. I was interested in buying but in no way needed to buy a car at the time. I was interested in a red elantra. A salesman walked up to me asked to help and I told him what I was looking for and he said that car was the holy ... Read More

• trading 2012 elantra limited for 2013

  Written by: eddie149 on Aug 20, 2012 3:15:46 PM

  Well I got a MAIL offer from a local hyundai dealer to come in and trade my 2012 for a 2013. I have a 2012 red limited sedan with everything. 24k car. I have had it for 9 months now. 3200 miles now on it. Now this offer says up to 4k off msrp. 2500 added to fair market trade in value. Now for the fun part. I will be haggling ... Read More

Help Me Choose!

• Re: Sedan [shadowelite86]

  Written by: backy on Aug 20, 2012 8:26:57 AM

  You need to narrow down your list some more, you are all over the map from subcompacts to full-sized cars. Consider your requirements--what is most important to you? Interior room? Fuel economy? Smooth ride? Safety? Handling? Reliability? Some thoughts on each: Nissan Sentra - I have a 2010 2.0S CVT and it's a nice little car: roomy for its size, smooth ride for a small car, can average over 30 mpg ... Read More

Elantra Original Equipment Tires

• Re: 2013 Elantra Original Equipment Tires [rudy66]

  Written by: sunstate2013 on Jul 15, 2012 11:24:48 AM

  Well aware of the no spare tire and knew it well before purchase. At first it caused some concern but after thinking about, after almost 45 years of being a licensed driver I have never had a catastrophic failure that an inflation system wouldn't take care of on a temporary basis and that's after many cross country trips from FL. to CA and back. I have had punctures too large to ... Read More

2012 Hyundai Elantra

• Re: Car Mag Best Car Lists Out, Elantra an MT Finalist [sandman_6472]

  Written by: g2iowa on Dec 4, 2011 6:00:39 AM

  Don't know the difference in sales figures for 2012 Elantra vs Focus, but since Ford has a much larger dealership network and advertising budget, I'm assuming they've sold more Focuses overall but Hyundai has sold more Elantras per dealer than Ford has Focuses per dealer. Sales of Elantra have been outstanding so far.

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra Released [tomtom59]

  Written by: bpizzuti on Jul 2, 2012 6:21:05 PM

  The adoption of DI has been a little uneven, but it usually accounts for 10 more HP. I fail to see why they didn't put DI on the 1.8L version of that engine, since the 2.0L version has it (in fact, it's sitting in the Kia Soul, it's already federalized).

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra Released [sivicman]

  Written by: tomtom59 on Jul 2, 2012 5:36:07 PM

  I agree with you sivicman. GDI is the way to go. I have a feeling Hyundai yanked the GDI engine for the Elantra because it would outperform another model of it's cars, the Sontata perhaps? When I plunk down multi-thousands for a car I too want the latest technology, not some "stay is high gear" tweeked computer program. As for MPG I have three vehicles. A 93 3.0 V6 12 valve ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: POOR GAS MILAGE 2012 ELANTRA [camaroman2012]

  Written by: backy on Jun 25, 2012 1:56:59 PM

  These are for the 2008 Elantra, different engine, but still interesting I think in light of your post re ethanol content: http://www.hyundaiproblems.com/investigations/Elantra/2008/ And this more general comment re ethanol-laced gas and Hyundais: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/Can_ethanol_fuel_be_used_in_2002_Hyundai_elantra What does your car's owner's manual say about ethanol content in the gas? Does it say 15 percent ethanol (E15) is OK? If so, you should show that page to your dealer. There's a lot of buzz on ... Read More

• Re: POOR GAS MILAGE 2012 ELANTRA [kate007124]

  Written by: camaroman2012 on Jun 25, 2012 12:19:42 PM

  Kate, I agree totally. I was averaging about 25mpg, now I'm averaging about 22mpg. I finally got the dealership to take a look at it (even though no check engine light was on) and they stated that it was missing (I believe on all four cylinders as there were four separate codes, all in series). They did a fuel test and stated that I had 15% alcohol in the tank and ... Read More

• Re: MT 40 mpg test; MPG driver dependent [g2iowa]

  Written by: crankeee on Jun 24, 2012 7:45:40 AM

  We have a 2012 Sonata GLS that also has the 6-speed AT and the 2.4L I-4. The car gets 33 MPG at 80 and 37-38 at 65-70 which appears to be the sweet spot. As pointed out by prior posts, the car has to be in highest gear and the sooner the better for max MPG. Speed is the biggest factor in highway MPG. A/C does not effect the larger I-4 ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier

• Elantra Does Get 40 MPG as per Popular Mechanics Test!

  Written by: atlanticone on Feb 7, 2012 8:06:08 AM

  http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1072602_2012-hyundai-elantra-2012-ford-focus- -sfe-get-40-mpg-real-world-says-popular-mechanics Popular Mechanics tested the Elantra and they achieved close to 50 MPG on Highway and 35 in the City in real world driving conditions. I have been achieving 40 or above on my Elantra and in the low 30's city driving. This article backs it up.

• 2012 accent se vs 2010 elantra blue

  Written by: ftl_tech on Jun 6, 2012 10:34:52 PM

  We bought and 2012 Hyundai Accent se hoping to get good gas mileage. We are averaging about 30 mpg on the highway and 27 mpg in the city. IT'S suppose to get 29-40. We also have a 2010 Hyundai Elantra Blue. I'm averaging about 32-34 mpg overall. I don't drive like grandpa. What's up with that.

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Elantra Limited with Navigation [calorictiger]

  Written by: lovethelancer on Jun 4, 2012 6:18:11 PM

  Wow. That is insane. We ended up getting ours for $23,500. We got 3.29% through Capital One Auto Finance...The dealer offered us that through Capital One so we just decided to take it. They wouldn't let us do the College discount even trying through Hyundai. I think he just didn't want to go lower than $23,500 EDIT: Our was a 2013, but still...geesh. Sounds like you got a pretty good deal. ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• C&D 40mpg Comparo

  Written by: dodgeman07 on Jun 2, 2012 8:33:21 PM

  I just received the July 2012 issue of Car and Driver magazine and it contains an excellent article of 40mpg (and near-40mpg) compacts. The article, actually a series of articles, is one of the best I've seen with mileage tips (the usual), radar graphs, and a unique approach to measuring fuel efficiency. C&D used a "precision fuel-consumption meter" to determine the maximum speed the vehicles could obtain 40mpg. This is a ... Read More

Selling my 2012 Elantra. How much will I get for it at the dealer?

• hyundai elantra radio issues

  Written by: steven39 on May 24, 2012 9:51:37 AM

  hello folks,my radio in my 2013 elantra on occasion will turn on by itself without me pushing any buttons.i had the same problem in my 2012 elantra.when i first start the car the radio will turn on even though the switch is off.has this happened to anybody else???

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [steven39]

  Written by: kamiltry on May 20, 2012 2:48:28 PM

  I am looking at buying the 2013 Elantra Limited with tech package. True car is showing a price of 22,088 which the dealer said he would honor which I think is a great price but I also qualify for other incentives. However they will not honor other incentives such as my Graduate discount or Motozuma. He says TrueCar and the other incentives aren't meant to be stacked. I dont understand why ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [craftyk9]

  Written by: steven39 on May 17, 2012 4:56:16 PM

  i just paid the same $18,100.00 for a 2013 elantra with the prefered package.this was before TTT....

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: Avg MPH and FE [g2iowa]

  Written by: crankeee on May 14, 2012 10:11:54 AM

  Once again, your insight into the link between Average MPH and MPG is much appreciated in maximizing the use of the Hyundai driver info program. We have a 2012 Sonata GLS and notice 33 MPG at 80 and 37.6 at 70. No tests at 45 to 65 yet but Elantra posts on results at those lower speeds indicates once the new 6-speed is in 6th and overdrive the determining factor is ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2011 MY and earlier

• Re: SD DEALER IGNORES MPG ISSUE ELANTRA [navyvet1]

  Written by: roadscholar3 on Jan 10, 2012 10:59:19 PM

  I know it's frustrating and unresponsive dealerships can make matters so much worse. Let's just say Hyundai, like so many other car companies, haven't quite figured out what customer service is all about. It seems to end the moment after they've sold you the car... As far as process is concerned, you might try reading the article I posted Jan. 3 (above) about the woman who is suing in small claims ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic

  Written by: craftyk9 on Mar 4, 2012 10:04:34 AM

  Sounds like I didn't get as good of a deal as many of you, but I just bought a 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic (no preferred package) with the auto-dimming mirror, mats, and iPod adapter plus others I don't remember off the top of my head. Sale Price: $18,100 Trade-in: -$525 (I had a cheapo trade-in that I was lucky to get $525 for) Documentary fee: $75 State and Local Taxes ... Read More

• 2012 Elantra GLS w/ Package 3...

  Written by: gman4911 on Feb 28, 2012 8:38:13 PM

  I'm in NoVA and I just picked up a 2012 Elantra GLS w/ Package 3 and extra factory add-ons that I didn't want (Ipod cable, rear bumper applique, cargo net, cargo tray, mud guards, floor mats) so the dealer 'gave' them to me. Riiiight. MSRP was $19,355. My price was $19200 OTD which included 3% sales tax, $390 dealer processing fee, $110 registration, title, and other miscellaneous fees. Not too happy ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Elantra vs Ford Focus

  Written by: dc_driver on Apr 30, 2012 2:25:30 PM

  Automobile Magazine did a shootout between the 2011 Elantra and 2012 Ford Focus, here is what they found: "Hyundai is also the more earnest in following through on its fuel-efficiency claims. Both Ford and Hyundai are heavily touting their small cars' ability to achieve 40 mpg on the highway, but the Focus only does so when equipped with a dual-clutch automatic transmission and a special fuel economy package. Our test car, ... Read More

• Just to clarify...

  Written by: Kirstie@Edmunds on Apr 24, 2012 7:15:11 AM

  the point I was disputing was the EXACT statement made, not what one might infer from the statement from words that aren't there. The statement was: Satisfied people rarely participate on these internet boards which is incorrect. In this particular discussion, there are more members complaining rather than expressing satisfaction. Across all of "these internet boards" here on Edmunds, there are probably more satisfied people, onlookers, information gatherers, etc., than dissatisfied ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Buying a used 2011? [nzier]

  Written by: steven39 on Feb 15, 2012 5:40:42 PM

  right now the hyundai elantra is a hot car and in much demand.the fact that it just won the 2012 car of the year doesn't hurt either.even used elantra's such as the one you were referring to go for top dollar regardless of mialage.just as a example here of the great resale value that this car has.i have a 2012 hyundai elantra gls base model that i purchased in august 2011.i ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: My take [eweiner]

  Written by: crankeee on Apr 21, 2012 11:58:45 AM

  "Wiener" Your reply to DC shows us why some drivers never learn to operate their vehicle efficiently - They just can't learn from others. We have a 2012 Sonata also and monitor the Elantra board ( and others) to learn more about Hyundais and MPG tips in general. Seems the more you can learn the better you can operate your car and save $. DC's tips are not obvious to some ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Touring Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: First time Hyundai buyer [maxx4me]

  Written by: cptwlkr on Apr 8, 2012 12:58:09 PM

  The Touring is finished in the US - the i30 is coming to North America as the Elantra GT expected to be at dealers late June/early july 2012 as a '13 model....5 doors, 'sportier' suspension & being marketed as the Elantra answer to enthusiast needs & will compete more directly with Mazda3 5 Door. Details of the vehicle have been released & pricing has not. If I hadn't just finished my ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Real World MPG at fuelly.com

  Written by: gozoner on Apr 6, 2012 4:20:12 PM

  The website fuelly.com allows people to report and to track their mpgs. Unfortunately, I searched around at fuelly.com for the recent Hyundai claimed 40 mpg cars; the news is not good. I looked at 2011 models because the 2012 models don't have enough people reporting to be statistically significant. The average mpgs reported for the cars are: 33.3 - Sonata Hybrid 32.3 - Accent 32.0 - Veloster 30.4 - Elantra Even ... Read More

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

• Re: Just thinking out loud... [bpizzuti]

  Written by: bpizzuti on Apr 4, 2012 11:43:20 AM

  Maybe there's hope: http://www.autoblog.com/2012/02/14/hyundai-mulling-elantra-turbo/

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: Avg. MPH and MPG RE: [g2iowa]

  Written by: secor on Mar 26, 2012 6:57:47 AM

  I live in WA state and I believe we cannot get fuel without at least 10% ethanol. I've also heard that mileage using gas with ethanol added will suffer versus 100% fossil fuel. Also have heard from my Hyundai service department that ethanol may contribute to fuel system contamination; this may explain Hyundai's recommendation to add a fuel system cleaner every oil change. I've read so many unhappy posts about disappointing ... Read More

hyundai elantra vs chevy cruze

• hyundai elantra vs chevy cruze

  Written by: steven39 on Mar 28, 2012 5:27:52 PM

  hi folks,i have posted this message here incase anybody out there has been thinking about purchasing either of these cars.recently,i narrowed down my car purchase to these 2 vehicles.2012 hyundai elantra gls base model with auto and a 2012 chevy cruze LS model with connectivity package.msrp for the elantra was $18,860.00..and the msrp for the cruze LS was $18,865.00...however,the elantra has the better warranty,more power,standard cruise control and 4-wheel disk brakes..all ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra 2001-2006

• 300,00 PLUS

  Written by: giantfan567 on Mar 23, 2012 11:31:40 AM

  I have a 2001 Hyundai Elantra It needs to be smogged this year damn California. Anyways I had the catalytic converter replaced two years ago because it wouldn't pass smog then nearly costed 700.00 to finally get it smogged in 2010 how here again 2012 need to smog again but check engine light is on automatic failure. Had a tune up going to aamco today have them run a engine diagonistics ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: I love my Hyundai but.... [aptman]

  Written by: secor on Mar 23, 2012 9:34:46 AM

  Not sue why you're having less mileage under same driving conditions. Was there an engine change between 2010 and 2012? Even if there was, would expect a bit peppier acceleration with the new engine. I only have one tank on my new Elantra and computer says about 25 mpg. Should have stayed with my 2008 Sante Fe. I could believe the computer and was a much nicer drive.

• I love my Hyundai but....

  Written by: aptman on Mar 22, 2012 9:08:04 PM

  Look, I read peoples comments before I bought my 2012 Elantra Limited, I saw that many were not pleased with the gas mileage, I have had 2 hyundai's before so I ignored those comments...here is the truth as I experienced it...first, I do totally love my car, and I would buy one again...BUT...the is definetly a gas mileage issue...I have 1800 miles on my Elantra and I DO drive with a ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Lease Questions

• Re: February Elantra Lease Details [chcougar1]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 22, 2012 5:12:03 PM

  Hey chcougar1. According to my calculations, if you were to lease a 2012 Elantra Limited with Tech that has an MSRP of $22,695 and a selling price of $23,000 through Hyundai Finance right now for 36-months with 15,000 miles per year, your zero down, pre-tax monthly payment would be around $342. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Fuel economy & Flash(?)

  Written by: ronnomad on Mar 18, 2012 4:08:10 PM

  New to this board and trying to see what other owners are experiencing. Got our 2012 Elantra Limited in June. So far, just under 8,000 miles. Was unsatisfied with mileage at onset but was assured by dealer (sales & service reps) that economy would improve as engine was 'broken' in. Not sure how long this is supposed to take but I would think that after 7,500 miles and two oil changes ... Read More

• Re: Mis concieved mpg, warranty and maintenance answers [davidj1018]

  Written by: secor on Mar 15, 2012 9:14:29 AM

  I just bought a 2012 Elantra limited last Friday. Too soon to make any judgements on the fuel economy. In reading the maintenance manual I see a recommendation of adding a fuel system cleaner at recommended oil changes. I asked the dealership service manager about this recommendation and his response was that the ethanol is not as clean burning as 100% gas which is the reason for the recommendation. He also ... Read More

2012 Elantra Instrument Panel in daytime too bright! How to turn off?

• Hyundai Elantra 1.6 (AT)

  Written by: dconstmgt on Mar 14, 2012 10:53:48 PM

  Dear All, Can anyone tell me is the A/C dial in the 1.6 (AT) is similiar with the one in 1.8 (AT)? Because 1.8 (AT) Dial will have a glowing bar indicator when you increte the power. This is because the Elantra 2012 that available in show room is 1.8 and the sales person also have no idea. This is because until now they also unable to launch it. hope to ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic

  Written by: quasione on Mar 10, 2012 2:45:44 PM

  Bought my wife a 2012 Elantra GLS in automatic. I live in BC, Canada. I Got it at $20,500 + DD + Levies + taxes. I got the first service thrown in as well for a really hassle free negotiation. I know there isn't a ton of room for movement from what I've read and what my brother in law paid on his. She wanted white so she has to wait ... Read More

Selling my 2012 Elantra. How much will I get for it at the dealer?

• Selling my 2012 Elantra. How much will I get for it at the dealer?

  Written by: shemeck on Mar 7, 2012 2:34:47 PM

  I am planning to return my Elantra to the dealer due to being really dissatisfied with MPG that I am getting. That was the only reason why I got this car. Im getting on average 23mpg. It has 9k miles on it. Its a GLS auto with package that brings radio controls on steering wheel. It retails for 18k New. The condition of the car is like new(except mileage of course) ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [gman4911]

  Written by: steven39 on Mar 5, 2012 4:52:27 PM

  in 1986 i had one of the first hyundai exel cars that was sold in this country when i lived in california at the time.at that time they couldn't give hyundai cars away to anybody thats how bad they were.now we are talking about adding 800 bucks to the price of a hyundai car because it is a hot seller.25 years ago i would have laughed in your face about this.i ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [craftyk9]

  Written by: gman4911 on Mar 5, 2012 1:18:09 PM

  >>>I really don't understand how people are getting better deals than this. Different dealer, different levels of greed. I mentioned in one of my earlier posts that one dealer near me is adding $800 dealer markup because the car is so hot. But, I don't know if people are actually paying it or if the dealer is using it to give customers the illusion that they're getting a good deal by ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [craftyk9]

  Written by: craftyk9 on Mar 5, 2012 9:22:39 AM

  Well, doing a bit of research helped a bit. My car is the 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS with Automatic transmission without the preferred package, but includes the floor mats, cargo net, auto-dimming mirror, iPod cable , and rear bumper protector. Here is what the new info should be like when I sign papers again and I didn't qualify for any of the incentives going on right now (military and graduation): MSRP: ... Read More

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [steven39]

  Written by: craftyk9 on Mar 4, 2012 11:04:10 AM

  Well, I guess at this point the car isn't in yet and I've only given them a deposit. I'm still going to do some searching to see if I can find a better deal somewhere else then. I guess I should be grateful I didn't drive the car home yesterday! Thanks for the info steven39.

• Re: 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS automatic [craftyk9]

  Written by: steven39 on Mar 4, 2012 10:19:50 AM

  hi crafty, i have to agree with you here in that you didn't get a very good deal at all.my girlfriend down here in hollywood florida just purchased a few weeks ago a 2012 elantra gls with the prefered package for $17,600.00..no trade-in involved plus TTT....i guess it might depend on what area of the country you live in to get the best deals and also where supply and demand are ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: Has Anyone Noticed... [davidj1018]

  Written by: crankeee on Feb 26, 2012 7:10:48 AM

  David: Thanks for the informative post from an experienced tech that actually worked on Hyundais. We bought a 2012 Sonata GLS 2 months ago and the car is great. 65-70 MPH yields 36-38 MPG and even at 75+ it gets 33. City MPG all over the board due to varying conditions, but close to EPA. I agree with your comments on dealer service and warranty. I feel the warranty is worth ... Read More

• Re: Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012 [mikewallace1]

  Written by: davidj1018 on Feb 23, 2012 11:55:42 PM

  quality if fuel. if it is a small gas station the fuel stays in the tanks longer. it accumulates water. reduced mpg also ambient temperature and road conditions play a crucial part as well

• Mis concieved mpg, warranty and maintenance answers

  Written by: davidj1018 on Feb 23, 2012 11:32:29 PM

  I work at a Hyundai/ford dealership in the service department and own a 2012 Elantra. It frustrates me when so many people bash this car. I worked for another hyundai dealership four years prior then i switched to the ford Franchise. Why you ask? As most people know we get paid on a commision basis. I work half as hard to make the same amount of money as i had to ... Read More

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

  Written by: steven39 on Feb 21, 2012 5:23:43 PM

  i guess the only way to achieve the best gas mpg would be to drive the car like fred flintstone did.lol

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

  Written by: rob_hyundai on Feb 21, 2012 5:17:56 PM

  crankeee, Thanks for taking the time to post your analysis. A lot of variables affect fuel economy. I drive a lot of uphill on the way home every day and my FE on Veloster has been around 33. Downhill I easily go past 42. The car is rated at 40. In traffic my FE decreases below average while in smooth conditions it's right on the mark. Same road, same time. The ... Read More

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

  Written by: crankeee on Feb 19, 2012 11:57:41 AM

  Rob: I have posted comments on the Buick Lacrosse (2010 CXL with 3.0L) and the Sonata forum commenting on the actual MPG results for both cars. The 2012 Sonata GLS we have delivers BETTER than EPA highway (36-37.5 MPG) at 65-70 MPH. At greater speeds the MPG drops off somewhat less than the percentage speed increase. In the city the mileage is totally driven by the type of driving. All stop ... Read More

Observations - 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Navigation

• Re: Observations - 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Navigation [eweiner]

  Written by: fushigi on Feb 9, 2012 9:53:42 AM

  - TPMS monitoring could be better. I’d like to be able to see the condition of each tire. This should not be costly to do as the engine computer is already polling the devices. You can display the condition as part of the trip computer options It depends on the TPMS method being used. Not all types return the actual tire pressure; some just compare the individual tire rotation speeds and ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• Re: Lies = Less MPGs [knocker81]

  Written by: elantra4 on Feb 8, 2012 11:11:54 AM

  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

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

  Written by: knocker81 on Feb 8, 2012 6:22:55 AM

  I don't know what the computer has to do with gas mileage. Whether the computer is correct or not the gas mileage is still the same. The only way to check gas mileage is fill your tank, drive, record your mileage, fill again, then divide miles by gallons. Bottom line the car gets terrible gas mileage.

Observations - 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Navigation

• Observations - 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Navigation

  Written by: eweiner on Feb 8, 2012 3:30:52 AM

  Over the last 60 days I have documented some thoughts on my new Elantra. I strongly believe that some of these items can be easily addressed o rimplemented and would stregthen the product quality. Do not construe this list to mean that I hate my Elantra. I dont, but would like to see many of these items addressed. Computer - There are a number of car behaviors that should be directly ... Read More

Hyundai Elantra Real World MPG 2012

• My experience for what its worth

  Written by: eweiner on Feb 8, 2012 3:01:34 AM

  To address some comments above....I did buy the car on the promise of high MPG. Anyone who says that MPG was not a factor is not being honest. Here are some of my observations. Yesterday I believe I finally figured out why I am not seeing the MPG ratings I expected on my 2012 Hyundai Elantra. Some of you will probably say that you’ve known this all along while others will ... Read More