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1.88 out of 5 stars

Hyundai--No Way #2!

Hyundai--No Way #2!, 03/02/2009
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Had to replace rear brakes at 23,000 miles. Had to replace a all four tires at 23,000. Had to replace the battery at 25,000...all at own cost. The 2 shocks and 2 struts had to be replaced twice at 29,000 because the factory parts were also defective! (fortunately the shocks and struts were under warranty). If you are going to buy a cheap car to save money like I did, try a different manufacturer.

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5 out of 5 stars

Toyota, Honda and Chevy Killer

Hyundai is Great, 07/21/2006
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I was on a budget with this car so did a ton of research. It really is true that there is no car out there on the market that you can get for the price of one of these with all of the features. It drives extremely smoothly at least up to 85 mph (haven't gone over that), better than my last car's v6 (1992 pont. grand am). Many hidden goodies too like rear cup holders that pop out of the seat, automatic lights off, adjustable lumbar support and heated mirrors to mention a few. I got the one with the moonroof/abs/traction control for a little above $14000--can't beat it. Buy one before the new elantra's come out, there will surely be a large price hike in the new ones with same features!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

New GT Lover

MaryAnn, 08/18/2006
2006 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I purchased my Elantra GT in April 2006 after having to give up a 96 Grand Am. It was a difficult choice but one I'm glad I made. This is my first brand new car. I've had no major difficulities with the car; a few cosmetic situations that the dealer took care of right away. I'm pleased so far with the way the car handles, the gas mileage and the over all ability of the engine; there is a slight difference going from a V6 to a 4 cylinder. I did purchase the upgrade for the ABS/traction control but haven't had circumstances to use it yet. With winter approaching, I'm sure I will. I think it is a good quaity car for the money.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

low expence car great warrenty

Tim, 05/15/2006
2006 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Car has had a few small problems, Nothing to do wih the engin or any of the mecanics just pieces of the interior comming off,Hyundai fixes with no problems. The car needs more HP badly its very slow off the start and passing Well dont try unless you have a lot of room to get by, its only got a 138 HP engin I believe adding about 40 more HP's would help emensly not to mention it would make it a lot more fun to drive But if youre looking for a good transport vehical its great for that I have the Hatch and with the back seat down you can put a lot of stuff in this little car Ive had it 5 months now and just went in for its 7,500 mile service no big problems as of yet

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3.63 out of 5 stars

better than a corolla

better than corolla, 03/27/2009
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I agree its not the best looking car but its worth all the money I paid for it. I have driven this car to Las Vegas many times, so yes its comfortable and I make it in less than a tank of gas. Everything on the car still works perfect. My car has 35,000 miles on it and I've had it for 3 yrs I just had to change the tires. I've had no problems with it. It runs and looks new. I also have a 2002 elantra that runs perfect I also bought that car new and I'm now handing it down to my sister cause her corolla already broke down 5 times and she just got it 2 yrs ago.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love my GT

stulesser, 10/03/2006
2006 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my car in May 06 @ Universal Hyundai in Orlando. First contact was through the internet and I feel they gave me a great deal $13,900. No other dealer in the area could match it. Sales folks were more than helpful. They went over every detail of the car. Service has been very good. If I have it serviced at the dealer I get "tires for life". My wife and I took the car on a trip to NJ. It ran exceptionally well, averaging over 32 mpg. One tank got over 36 mpg. The car is exactly what I was looking for. We'll probably trade our SUV for the new Elantra (have to see it first), Also considering the Sonata or Azera. No complaints with the car or dealership.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

improved over my 2003

rodger chinery, 12/21/2005
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

after my 2003 was wrecked - the drivers compartment was totally intact i wanted another one I was so pleased with my first. allthe little minor amnnoyances of my earlier car were fixed on the 2006> it's a dream car for a comute and my mileage is now 27 it used to be 24 on the '03.

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3.88 out of 5 stars

Brake Pad replacement

Jennifer, 10/19/2008
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

At 20,000 miles, after hearing a noise on the right front side of my car, I was told I needed to service my brakes. I have NEVER had a car that needed brakes with such low mileage. Now, at 40,000 miles, I was told I needed new brakes pads again. This time, I looked at them myself. The right front pad on the inside was completely worn. The right outside was half-way worn. The left front brake pads (inside and out)were hardly worn. It obviously has a problem! And the dealer tried telling me it's normal! I probably had a stuck caliper piston this whole time and they probably didn't fix it the first time! Besides, my caliper pins are missing!!!!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Still going strong at 116,000 miles

runner_chick, 08/24/2010
2006 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought my car 4 years ago and I have only replaced the ambient air sensor (warranty work) and an O2 sensor (out of warranty) my only complaint at the moment is that my steering wheel is coming apart. I has been such a great car. Recently made a 4,000+ mile road trip and not one problem. Average 36 mpg on the highway and 28 in town. Just need to figure out why i am going through oil a little faster than normal. Definitely a good car and highly recommended!

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5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful car

Stephany, 11/04/2006
2006 Hyundai Elantra GT 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

The drive is very smooth. The stereo sounds great. It's easy to fold down the back seats to expand storage space. I love the color! (moonlit blue)

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