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Used 2003 Hyundai Elantra Hatchback Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Couldn't be happier with my selection!

Mike n' MP, 06/15/2003
2003 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I don't think i could have selected a more suitable car. this car is fantastic. i get 2nd looks on the street and get asked, "is...is that...a HYUNDAI?!" hehehe. versatile, comfortable and mated to the 5-speed create a great combination to make this car fun to drive!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Jos's Car

Jos Sante, 09/24/2003
2003 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I am 62 year old man and have owned 8 new cars in my lifetime. A VW, Chevy, Mercury, Toyota, Mitsubishi and this Hyundai is the best new car I ever owned. The design is smart, well done, clean and safe. It is also the best price car I ever bought and with the most conveniences included in standard price.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Okay car, but I found better

Patrick, 06/16/2008
2003 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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OK car overall. Nice interior - instrument panel and blue lighting were nice, but pleather was cheap. POOR GAS MILEAGE! About 18 MPG - Lower than sticker. Brake pads had to be replaced constantly. The auto trans was not that good, never had any probs with it, but it coulda shifted smoother. Engine had a rattle to it when accelerating up hills - had it checked out, but was told that the noise was normal and didn't seem to effect performance. Also when turning steering wheel, it made a scratching noise. Overall, the car had a few rattles and noises that were minor which didn't effect the performance of the car, but were annoying since they were constant.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

A Bargain and Fun to Drive Too

Enrique, 01/28/2008
2003 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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It's been a joy to own and drive. The things you get for the price is hard to believe, even 4 years later. The hatchback styling is very Saabish and practical. The trunk is large (fits four tires perfectly) and with the seats folded, it's huge (10+ tires, full size desk, etc). The space, ride and quietness surprises everyone. Although the stock handling doesn't live up to the GT emblem, a Tiburon rear sway bar takes minutes to swap in. Reliability has been better than I expected - about one trip per year to the dealership and it's never left me stranded.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Fun unless you crash

bishop3210, 10/20/2002
2003 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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The $ I paid, styling, and options make this a great car. Initially, my only qualm was concerning the hp. Hyundai released a report stating that they miscalculated the hp and the EGT only has 134 hp instead of 140. I bought this car because of its hp and felt cheated when I found this out and was not eligible for compensation. But, I just recently got into an accident and pretty much destroyed the front end of my car. The Integra I hit suffered negligible damage, but my bumper, grill and hood are going to have to be replaced. I was only going 30mph, too. It’s a great car and I still love it, but I wish it had more hp and was built more solidly.

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