Used 2000 Hyundai Elantra Wagon Consumer Reviews
Used Elantra for sale
Sad to trade at 194,000
tommyz504, 08/08/2013
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
This little car has performed so reliably I hate to see it go. Comfortable interior (though the cup holders are truly miserable), nice handling, zippier than you might expect. Bought used at 121,000; up to 185k car spent only one day out of service. New Orleans streets took out a U-joint at 125k; brakes at 150k, gasket at 175k, high pressure hose around the same time, 2 alternators in 6 years, and belts from time to time. Timing belt at 185k. Minor interior nuisances: rear window motors out at 130k, driver door handle failed, driver's window gasket out of line. City mpg was always a bit disappointing: steady at 18 mpg, much better on the hwy. Still, it was a great way to get around town.
Still going strong after 210,000 miles
Bought new, 05/20/2008
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Upon deciding if I wanted a new car or not, my thought was basically this: Invest 1,200 dollars into an 8 year old car with 209,000 miles, and drive it for 2 more years, or buy a new one and have a 500 a month car payment for 3 years. I no longer drive 35,000 miles a year, so the deciding factor for me was doing a compression test on the engine. It was still well within factory specs., and it uses NO oil between oil changes. The body is still in good shape, everything still works fine. Why buy a new one? I will say I have changed the oil every 3k miles with fully synthetic oil, Slick 50 every 50,000 miles, timing belt with exterior belts every 60k, and regular tune-ups.
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Ralph Jones, 12/22/2005
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Has been an excellent vehicle for us. We spent two summers traveling, 8500 and 11500 miles respectively. Very, very comfortable for it's size. Gas mileage is generally in the 28-33 mpg range. As a spunky engine which if pushed on starts will drop mpg to 25. Have run Mobil 1 which has kept wear to a minimum apparently, since doesn't require addl. oil between 3500-4000 changes. No maintence beyond standard belts, transmission oil changes every 30,000, tires and battery change.
small people
carolyn coffey, 09/09/2015
updated 09/14/2020
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
review really isn't for shoppers, but for the manufacturer. Please bring back my station wagon. Mine has a little over 100k miles on it and is still the best car I've ever owned. The body gave up the ghost and is held together with duck tape and flex steel but who cares. It takes me wherever I need to go and has never failed to amaze me on how much cargo it carries. Please, return it to the assembly line! I've been waiting for Hyundai.....can't wait much longer...went to the auto show and there were many small station wagons...Subaru Impreza comparable for size not price. Years later and My Black Beauty is still on the road. I test drove the Subaru, uncomfortable and didn't like the drive. Test drove the VW Golf Sport Wagon. Little longer, little wider, but comfortable and a nice ride, but the not the price. Getting dispirit. Please Hyundai help, I've even considered, having mine rebuilt from the tires up. Maybe Danny Count from Counting Cars would help? Sorry to say my Hyundai is rolling on its last wheels. Needs $1600 to replace the whole fuel system. I just can't justify sending that much on a 20 year old car. Test drove the Elantra Hatchback, closest choice to my wagon. Grateful for the service my wagon has given me.
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hyundai is the best
elieser castillo, 02/29/2016
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
this car is the best car of the word. i like is my baby
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I [heart] my Hyundai!
Petrina, 05/17/2008
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is the second Hyundai I've owned (first was an Excel). Bought it used 6 years ago and haven't had a major issue, just routine maintenance. The one thing that I would note with Hyundais is that some minor issues do crop up-- like, the driver's side power window is out of alignment, the lid to the storage compartment b/w the seats broke off, the front passenger door is a little tough to open no matter how much it's lubricated. Like I said, all MINOR issues. It's a VERY reliable vehicle and I would DEFINITELY buy an Elantra again.
reliable car
Pat Schulz, 04/02/2006
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very reliable car; very little repairs necessary. Remote entry was only problem; too costly to fix.
100,000 wagon
RonM, 02/07/2009
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new, and hate to trade it. Put 100,000 on it without any major problems.
Love This Wagon
gmcstravick2000, 07/23/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have no complaints on this car. I would buy a wagon again. It is a little tight in the back seat for three adults or two kids and a car seat.
Used Hyundai vWagon
Mike Portnoy, 07/23/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car has not given me any Mechanical problems. Only normal maintaince such as Brakes, tires Wires and tires have been replaced. Some interior body hardware has been replaced. Milage is 83,600
Great for a lil beater
NYSchenkel, 02/04/2009
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car to commute to work .. I live in upstate NY and commute to westchester, NYC and Long Island for work depending on the day. This car is great. Shifts smooth [ I got the 5spd ] I have 232,789 miles on it and it runs like it is brand new .. Everything works [ pw, pl, and mechanical ]. I would definitely recommend this car to anyone. Fun little car to drive. Although it could be easier on the eyes.
Very Satisfied
InCogNeTo, 08/04/2002
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Overall I LOVE this car. Have it only 9 months but trading in for a Chrysler Sebring Convertible. I'm a bit nervous cause this car is very reliable, great on gas. I'm not nervous to travel alone (i'm female) Not afraid of breaking down. It only had 25M (11/01) now has 28M (8/02)
2000 Elantra
grapejuice, 08/15/2002
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This a been one of the most trouble free cars I have ever owned. I have had warrannty service performed on two different occasions by a dealership other than where I bought the car. Both times I was treated as if I had bought ten cars form them. Service has been excellent. The only complaint I have is that the paint is not holding up and Hyndai doen't want to do anything about it. Gas milage is not what I expected in a small car with a for cylinder engine.
A tank of a car!
Mark Ox, 08/15/2002
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car because it was the largest in its class, most HP, and lowest price with the best waranty. The car has been great, very quick, MPG, and you can not break it. Every morning it just starts right up and goes. The perfect econo wagon!
Awesome car...No Problems !
frleck, 11/04/2002
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car is the best I have ever owned. The only money we have put into it is for gas and routine maintainance. The only problem was with the tires...they had to be replaced at 15,000 miles. They were completly bald and would not pass inspection.
What a Shame (I love this car)
Kalroffb, 02/23/2002
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have been to several dealerships in my area and have had some disturbing problems: Getting complete service on my oil changes (skimping on fluids or forgetting to check them) We had our car dented at dealer facility. Have had a couple elec. doodads replaced before 30K . The idle being rough when the car is warm and in gear. Rare instances it wants to die, but it starts right back up. This is progressive problem worked on 3x not fixed. Trans. has started leaking at 40K
Great value
Sproutlorian, 11/11/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We've had the car almost 2 years and it is a very dependable car! Gas mileage isn't the greatest, but for the size has enough room for us to travel around in. Pick-up is a little lacking on onramps to highways, so more horsepower would be an advantage.
Like my Hyundai Wagon
Dave52, 05/18/2005
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 4-1/2 years and 116000 miles, I still like it. It does everything, and has been incredibly reliable. I do my own work, other than the timing belt changes. I use synthetic oil at 6000 mile intervals, and have gone thru two sets of tires, but no brakes yet nor exhaust. Mileage averages 31-33 for normal commuting, I got down to 24, but that was towing a thousand pound camper, car fully loaded, with A/C on, doing 75 mph. I expect to own this until it dies, so I don't care about resale. Usual gripes about cupholders, lightweight plastic in the door panels. Roof rack is rugged, no problem with canoes or ladders or furniture.
2000 Hyundai Elantra Wagon
robert j. Esposito, 06/02/2005
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My Hyundai is very reliablity. It has not given me any trouble in 5 years. For the price I paid ( $12,400.00 )and the miles I have driven ( 90,000 ) I think I made a very good deal.
Excellent Car For The Money
mdsi, 01/05/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had only one thing go wrong with this car. Spark Plugs and wires went bad causing the car to run rough and the check engine light to come on. Anyway this also happened to someone else I know, so don't worry if yours does the same thing, just try new plugs/wires first. That is such a minor issue to have happened with my $12,000 Hyundai in 110,00 miles that I can only say that this is one reliable vehicle that will treat any owner well. I bought it for the warranty, assuming they were built to last, and I was right. I love the car.
my review Hyundai
mark, 11/17/2005
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
good overall car for the money
Great Car for the Money
Kathleen, 01/19/2006
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new in 2000 and have since driven it 140,000. It could not have been a better car to own. The gas mileage is great for my situation (a 60 mile round trip to work each day) and I have done nothing but routine maintenance. I do keep the oil changed every 3000 miles, but other than a few belts and tires, it has been maintenance free.
So-so
Jordan, 01/25/2006
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I bought the Elantra used, though only 1 year old several years back. I just traded it in for a Kia a few weeks ago. I was surprised to find it used a lot more gas then I expected for such a light vehicle. Overall it was reliable, it ran fine when traded in and major problems never seemed to crop up. But minor things kept breaking like power windows, dash lights shorted out, dash clock shorted out, cd player broke, and the CV joints (not covered under mfg warranty) kept going even when I was careful about my driving. The interior design was nice, everything was easy to find and use, important in an emergency or when first driving a new vehicle. Outside it looked nice for a wagon.
best purchase ever
dave.henning, 04/17/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
OVERALL: This car ('00 wagon w/everthing) is the best big purchase I have ever made. 42K mi. - no repairs and no major disappointments. INTERIOR: The A/C is really strong, but it sucks power. Cupholders are lame. Back seat is small, but it's fine if you're taking the work gang to lunch. FUEL: My one gripe has been fuel economy. As bad as 21 mpg, as good as 34 mpg. ENGINE: I can go >80mph and not feel like the car is straining. It's pretty quiet for a 4-banger. SUMMARY: I'd get another in a second. I was considering the Focus, Legacy and VW Passat. I saved $2K-$13K and got all the car I needed.
My Ride
Shorty, 07/01/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I went from a Lincolm Towncar to the Hyundai Elantra Wagon & I've never been as satisfied with a car. I can scoot around traffic with ease. It's no V8, but I have no problem with exceleration. My dealership is wonderful & I recommend the Southtowne Motors in Newnan, GA to everyone. I have had few problems with this car.
Great car-SW Elantra
Kelvinator, 08/21/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I decided to buy a station wagon that was economical and yet could cruise at 120 kph in the BC rockies and be confortable in big city traffic.I did my homework and ended up buying a sandle wood coloured SW Elantra, fully loaded, with additional roof rackage and a black bra to highlight it's pleasingly nice looks and a disabler alarm system was free.79,000 km later it has not disapointed; as there has not been a single hickup, even the brakes recently checked out at 75% remaining. At 145 HP and 35 MPG I could not be happier. Extremely low maintenance.
Great little wagon
jslthetsl, 08/22/2004
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car has been a pleasure to own. Bought it new in winter of 99 and have minimal problems (2) First had the speedometer go bad (under warranty) and second, had a front wheel bearing replaced at 72k (under warranty). This little wagon can haul just about anything. Have hauled tons of stuff from the garden center, hot water heater, dining room set, and a refrigerator! It is comfortable on a trip and gets anywhere from 33 to 38 mpg. Got 42k out of the factory tires and the second set seems to be wearing even better. Besides two warranty repairs, just the usual wear items of tires, brakes and tune-up.
Good Value
HunnyCar, 03/01/2007
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive, especially for a wagon. Handling is zippy and predictable, The 2-liter V6 is smooth and predictable. Reliability has been good at 49,000 miles, but the radio gave out early.
Never Again
Monties, 05/17/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Rides smooth WHEN it runs right. Numerous stalling, skipping and bucking problems and frequent shop visits. 83,000 miles, 4 transmissions and 2 master computers later, I got rid of this car.
No Hassles, Great Value, Happy Customer
djh10, 01/19/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I needed a reliable car that can haul a lot of bulky stuff. This thing is probably the best purchase decision I have ever made. This thing has been awesome. My only complaint is that the factory (Kumho)tires gave out pretty soon. I got every option possible and nothing has broken yet. (26700 mi.) Mileage has been a little disappointing in the city, but I make a lot of 0-2 mile trips with A/C on in Phoenix weather. Highway = 33-34 mpg. City 22- 24 mpg.
Car of my dream
VaKo, 05/25/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Universal car, powerfull engine, all needed feature standart. A lot of space affordable to move your stuff. Got my car with Michelin Energy MXV4 Plus tires and have to exchange them this summer after 35000 miles. Nice tires and short braking distance.
Reliability, utility, fun.
Chris wright, 07/23/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Great car, only 1 problem in 3 years: the CD player has failed twice.
A great runner but maintinance Mucho $
karloffb, 05/05/2003
2000 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Wagon
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
I loved the look of this car, the warranty and after reading the reviews on this site, how could I loose? After talking to the service personel at my dealership Ithink this car it will be TOO expensive to own.The list as follows: 1. Catalytic converter installed ($800! 2. Timing Belt (required after the first 60K) $400! and at first we were told several months ago $300 + 3. The infamous "o2 sensor" this is a known problem to every website on the internet except for edmunds.com $200 4. Change 4 spark plugs $99 (oh yes they also check a couple of things to, but if anything needs to be replaced extra$$$ 5. Transmission maintainence $169 6. Coolaint flushes $100 +