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We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Elantra, so we've included reviews for other years of the Elantra since its last redesign.
Worse Than a Yugo
Mark Palmer, 08/30/2002
1992 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This was the worst new car I ever owned, and I never drove it hard. It was at the dealership for repairs over 15 times in three years. It started out with numerous electrical problems. The 5 speed transmission was rebuilt at 15k miles. The throttle body went at 30k, the front end components at 40k. There were many other numerous issues also, too many to mention. Finally, its timing belt broke at 50k miles, which threw all of its exhaust valves into the pistons. It was rebuilt, but I was fed up with it at that point and sold it. Way too much downtime. DO NOT buy a 1992-1995 Hyundai Elantra as a used car. They are horrible!
Not a half bad car considering the price
Trogdor, 03/31/2003
1992 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this Hyundai as my first car . Since then I've been using it for delivering pizza. After adding over 40000km to it I have a few things to say. The following has gone wrong: Muffler fell off, $90. Shifter cable snappe...on the freeway, $114. CV boots tore off $40 (diy). Synchronizers shot, $1800 to rebuild ... yeah right. $150 for a wreck and a weekend later ta da :) It's actually a decent little beater. Good on gas, has had only the problems you'd expect for an econo import with 200k+ on it, no body rust, not interior wear, and runs smooth as the day I got it.
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johnny_bravo, 09/25/2011
1993 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I got one of these in 2004 with 275k km on it, automatic transmission. It had one owner prior to me, treated with care. I took this car and drove it from Toronto Ontario to Kelowna British Columbia and back (9000km round trip) - I drove at 120 km p/h the whole way, in the mountains, if there was space before an uphill section I would floor the pedal and put it into 2nd on the uphill passing lanes just to keep it at 80km p/h. I could smell the oil burning, but the car never, ever overheated or broke down. Also drove Toronto to New York 10 times in a year and did not go easy on the car, but it was fine. Other than that it was used for commuting. throttle went and I let it die. GREAT CAR
american is better
bubby1701, 12/27/2003
1992 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
number one gripe. the paint job. all the clear coat and paint is coming off. OTHER GRIPES the knob's to all the heater and ac control's broke. the glove department door will not close. a seat belt buzzer keep's coming on and will not go back off. but there are alot of thing's i like about the car also. i love the style. it look's sharp, and sporty. real good pick-up,and easy access to all the control's up front.
very good car for its price
piotr borycki, 04/18/2002
1993 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
great car for it's price. it has lots of errors in design - however they affect only esthetics. the only mechanical feature is really bad is suspension. you feel avere turn and curve. but if you don't treat it as a sport car it's still accetable - just driving it is less comfortable and threathen passenger. engine is very good - for this light vehicle 124hp is completely enough to give you satisfactory acceleration even at 80- 90mph - which makes passing pretty safe operation
reliable!
amychen, 05/05/2002
1993 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best car I've ever owned--never needed any repairs beyond what is expected. I drove it about 1000 miles a week for more than two years, with no problems.
A damn good little car!
Scottimus, 10/01/2002
1993 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This was one of the BEST cars I have ever owned! It was VERY reliable and a VERY quick little car. I drove this thing hard and it never quit. If I ever was in the market for another small car, I would definitely look into buying another one of these.
I love it!
kristinkm, 12/04/2002
1993 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My friends had me talked into the Accent, I drove it, I hated it. They had the Elantra on the lot, I gave it a spin, and I loved it! I was looking for a manual transmission 4 door sedan, and this one had it all. It's been a good, reliable car, and really good mileage for its time (I've never gotten less than 25mpg, even with city and stop-and-go freeway driving with air conditioning). I'll be going up a class on my next car (next <2yrs), but I have NO regrets on my Elantra.
none
louis j arnold, 03/23/2003
1993 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
body and suspension very solid. this vehicle had 76000 miles when purchased, not even broken-in. great little car. only problem was that it had no a/c.
Great Car
Don2000, 12/22/2002
1993 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Reliable, Comfortable, Good Mileage, Drove to work 250 Miles a week for the last 5 years.
Hyundai Elantra GLS '93
J Learned, 05/27/2003
1993 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The only car I've ever owned that need absolutely no repairs for the entire 10 years. No cost except for fuel and basic maintenance.
When given lemons....
Amber, 04/05/2002
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is a visually decent car to look at however as you all know, Hyundai did a TERRIBLE job with the earlier 90's versions of ANY of their vehicles. I would NOT recommend this year car to anyone. The transmission started going about 3 months after the purchase (which was a used purchase at 9,000 miles) and has been a constant headache along with the steering and brakes ever since. Luckily, mom only drives it 25- 30 miles a week so I let her keep it.
good ride
big john, 11/19/2009
1994 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought new for wife, never had Major problems and regular maint. Will keep her running. Drove up and down east coast when new. Would do it again if I had to.
STEER CLEAR !!!!!!!!
princess, 07/12/2002
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 60,000 miles. Immediatly the transmission went out. Soon after the back doors broke and wouldnt open from the inside or outside. Being a single mom that killed the convience of having a four door. I will never buy one of these cars again nor would i recommned it to my worst enemy.
::shrug:: No problems here.
Vegete, 08/28/2002
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
For a 1st car, this did the trick. Since owning the car, I never had any problems w/ it. It had great gas mileage and plenty of room inside. I bought the car at around 70,000 and all ran swimmingly...up until its unfortunate demise in an accident (STAY ON YOUR SIDE). In my accident, the car automatically shut off as it should have (I've heard of stories where people's cars didn't shut off after having an accident) and the air bag deployed on cue (thank goodness). All in all, a pretty decent car.
Good Little Car
cjohn, 10/17/2002
1994 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought my Elantra with 117000 miles on it. The gas mileage is about 27 on the highway. I like the way the interior is set up> Im not too wild about the lavender paint though. The power is sufficent for the engine size.
Good - stick 5spd model
Sorin Leucuta, 10/14/2003
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I brought this car from a dealer in 2002. It had 61000 miles at that time and I payed $2,200. I one year i added 25,000 miles and the car still runs and looks the same. But the engine is loud now and i had to replace many tires and parts (horn, winshield pomp motor, brakes, axel, bearings). I alwais use Valvoline MaxLife engine oil. So it's up to you to decide, but even if i love my car, my next choice would not be a Hyundai. It's not reliable enaugh. Maybe 2003-2004 models are OK, but I don't wanna take the chance.
Welcome to my Nightmare
Jesse 777, 01/26/2004
1994 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I fell in love with the car, at first sight, but it turns into a nightmare at soon I started driving. The engine get damaged immediately, it was fixed by the dealer and at soon the guarantee was over the engine went down again, I fixed and never get in to a good conditions, finally the clutch get damaged and it cost more than the car to fix it. I am without transportation and I have a car to keep making payments.
Miracles never surprise me
MelissaAlleva, 02/13/2004
1994 Hyundai Elantra 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We bought this car from a neighbor. Originally, the car had been owned by a mechanic (which was the reason I decided to buy). I have owned the car for over a year, I have only needed to replace the alternator. The car had 119,000 on it when we bought it and made it through a trip from New York to Florida and still runs great. I am glad to have as a 2nd car.
I love this car!!
New Mom, 04/27/2006
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I and my husbend bought this car before our baby was born. I love the space and the back seats lay down wich comes in hady when your use to haveing a truck. It handles gr8. I would sugest this car to every one. buy the way when I bought the car it had 161,000 miles on it.
Unexpectly Great Car
RomanK, 04/07/2003
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new because it had 5yr. unlimited mileage warranty. I expected to throw it away after the 5 yr. period. 9 years later, we still have the car. The only expense were regular oil changes, new tires, brake pads. No rust! Starts in -40. Has lots of power for a 4banger (125hp). Looks great even after 9 years.
Decent car
chetan, 06/24/2003
1994 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
A very nice car for its price! Would recommend it to anyone looking for a used car to use within the city.