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Used 2001 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Hyundai, better than ever!

bizzy81k, 04/19/2002
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Very reliable silver 5-spd. Only problem- right headlight went out a week ago- but was covered by warranty. As for fuel economy, I average 25.6 mpg during a week of rides between my home and school (about 2 or 3 miles away) daily, and 20 mile trips to work 4 times a week. Not bad considering the way I drive the car.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Have had this car seven years!

Terry, 12/19/2008
2001 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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First let me say that Hyundai sticks with you all the way with their 100,000 mile power train warranty. They fixed the differential in my car at 95,000 miles free of charge! I never incurred any major repairs other than worn parts. And it's been a gas to drive. Steering is very responsive and the standard drive provided excellent gitty-up especially in the mid ranges over 40mph. I would buy it again but the exterior of the 2009 model is just plain looking and they discontinued the hatchback.

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5 out of 5 stars

unbelievable for the money

kath, 09/06/2002
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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best driving car for this price point .....sturdy ride handles like a 25,000 up car...love it for the money

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3.5 out of 5 stars

01 Elantra GLS @ 18k miles

djbrowneyjr, 09/26/2002
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Originally I thought it was an excellent value for the amount of standard features you get plus the warranty. I have not been happy with the 'Shift Flare' problem that the automatics are notorious for. Brought my vehicle in for checking because the transmission fluid was black and smelled burnt. Dealer flushed the system and put in new fluid. 300 miles later the fluid is turning black again. Was told by the dealer that "Hyundai transmissions get hot", that is why the fluid turns black. "Don't worry, you have a 100kmi warranty, if the transmission goes bad we will just replace it". Based on the black transmission fluid, I expect the transmission to fail.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great and Reliable

crkeeler, 09/24/2009
2001 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I purchased my Elantra brand new in February of 2001. It has proven to be the most reliable car i've ever owned. I have not had any major repairs and it runs great. I recommend this as a used car option even over 100,000 miles. Great and affordable for a high school or college student.

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