Is the 2004 Hyundai Elantra a good car?
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How do people like the 2004 Hyundai Elantra?
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Review
I'm a mechanic, and i have had this car since 180k. the engine is solid, no internal leaks except the valve cover gasket. The transmission with proper or improper maintenance, can last about 250k with little to none problems. the engine has original head gasket, intake gasket, and exhaust gaskets. the only common problem that I've seen is that the rear engine mount has a tendency to tear, causing shuddering during acceleration. the electronics are solid, to computer failures and I have not needed to replace the starter or have any problems starting. the aptitude needed to operate things inside the car is very simple. it has comfortable air conditioning that can last a long time with proper maintenance. I have gone on long road trips in this car and you could be able to stay in the drivers seat for a little bit over an hour and a half. the interior has no tears, stains, or sun damage, a simple vacuum can be able to make the car look like brand new. the steering wheel has a tendency to fall apart at about 150k, but it still works! also, the visibility is great! I have minimal blind spots, and great visibility. The acceleration is pretty decent too. I can be able to get to 60 mph in under 10 seconds with excellent control. I have had it up to 110 and it is pretty stable at high speeds. This car is the best car that I've ever owned for it's low pricing, and I will be buying this car again once my current elantra runs into the ground.
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What options are available on the 2004 Hyundai Elantra?
Available Hyundai Elantra 2004 Submodel Types: Sedan, Hatchback
Available Trims: SE, GLS, Value Edition, SEL, Limited, Limited PZEV, Sport, SE SULEV, SE PZEV, Limited SULEV, GT, GLS PZEV, Sport PZEV, Blue, Eco, GL, GLS SULEV
Exterior Colors: Phantom Black, Symphony Silver, Quartz White Pearl, Black Diamond, Scarlet Red, Scarlet Red Pearl, Galactic Gray, Lakeside Blue, Harbor Gray Metallic, Electric Blue, Desert Bronze, Shale Gray Metallic, Midnight Black, Molten Silver, Radiant Silver, Mineral Beige, Venetian Red, Shimmering White, Titanium Gray Metallic, Electric Blue Metallic, Shimmering Air Silver, Geranium Red, Windy Sea Blue, Mineral Beige Pearl, Pearl White, Indigo Night, Blue Sky Metallic, Sparkling Ruby, Ceramic White, Black Noir Pearl, Regatta Blue, Symphony Air Silver, Phantom Black Metallic, Indigo Blue Pearl, Quicksilver, Black Pearl, Liquid Silver, Machine Gray, Nordic White, Black Obsidian, Carbon Gray, Indigo Blue Pearlcoat, Carbon Gray Mist, Red Allure, Shimmering Silver, Apple Red Pearl, Galactic Gray Metallic, Quicksilver (Late Availability), Black Noir Pearl (Late Availability), Ebony Black, Pewter, Purple Rain, Laguna Sand, Monaco White, Moonlit Blue, Natural Khaki, Sterling, Tidal Wave, Captiva White, Champagne, Crimson, Ocean Blue, Slate Gray, Carbon Blue, Cranberry, Electric Red , Midnight Gray, Rally Red, Redfire Pearl, Sterling Silver
Interior Colors: Gray premium cloth, Gray Premium Cloth premium cloth, Beige premium cloth, Gray cloth, Black cloth, Beige cloth, Black leather, Gray leather, Beige Premium Cloth premium cloth, Beige leather, Black Premium Cloth premium cloth, Gray Leather leather, Black Leather leather, Beige Leather leather, Gray, Beige, Beige
Popular Features: Fold Flat Rear Seats, Rear Bench Seats, Alarm, Tire Pressure Warning, Aux Audio Inputs, Trip Computer, USB Inputs, Stability Control, Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel, Bluetooth, Back-up camera, Apple Carplay/Android Auto, Blind Spot Monitoring, Heated seats, Sunroof/Moonroof, Keyless Entry/Start, Auto Climate Control, Multi-Zone Climate Control, Leather Seats, Power Driver Seat, Upgraded Headlights, Post-collision safety system, Navigation, 2500lb Towing Capacity, Upgraded Stereo, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Warning, Pre-collision safety system, Power Liftgate/Trunk, Remote Start, Automatic Emergency Braking
Engine/Mechanics: 4 cylinders
Transmission: AUTOMATIC, MANUAL, AUTOMATED_MANUAL
Fuel Types: regular unleaded
Drivetrains: front wheel drive
