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4.88 out of 5 stars

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devils1977, 07/31/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Finally went with the SE Elantra after test driving a Nissan Sentra and Mazda 3. The Sentra is ugly and looks like it was made out of legos and the Mazda 3 is not made for anyone over 5'9" (I am 6'0). The Hyundai was the best choice and I am VERY PLEASED. The car has good looks, the 2.0L rides smooth and has a great punch. The interior is nice looking and roomy. The free 3-month subscription to XM radio is also an added bonus and I can listen to the 80's hits station for the whole ride. I HIGHLY recommend this car, it is the best bang for the buck with the best warranty out there. Hyundai is definitely going places, Toyota and Honda should watch their backs!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Ex-Honda Owner

chivo, 04/22/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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bought leftover '08. Paid $13,200. Has automatic, bluetooth, a/c, fog lights, xm radio, mp3, radio/cd. All for a measly $13,200 plus tax. Try buying a stripped civic with a manual and no a/c for that. Extremely comfortable and quiet once you are up to speed. Yeah it's a bit loud when you're accelerating hard, big deal. We had purchased a Kia optima lx and loved it. I actually like the smaller elantra better.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great Car

angshewas, 07/29/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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When I started looking to replace my 12-year-old car, I never thought that I'd be able to afford a new one. I'm glad I did some research. This is such a great vehicle for the price. Smooth ride, decent gas mileage and plenty of storage compartments. I also love the satellite radio, auxiliary output, the nice blue lights, the good-sized trunk that easily fits all our baby stuff and more, and of course the safety features and awesome warranty. I am so happy that I got this car. If it turns out to be as reliable as it seems so far, my next car will be a Hyundai, too.

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5 out of 5 stars

Quality confirms decision to buy Hyundai

jsimecka, 05/19/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the car new in Sept 2008 and it has been a delight. Very quiet while running, fun to drive, very tidy controls and interior, and more leg room in back seat than most small sedans. I can take my wife and two boys (13 and 15) and we don't feel cramped. Bought in Ft. Worth and drove to Topeka and it got 37 MPG. This was with no air and careful driving. Currently averages 32 MPG with a lot of stop and go driving. Now has 9,000 miles on it and I have not had any problems at all. Thanks to Consumer Reports for pointing out this Diamond in the Rough. You can not go wrong with this car.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Happy so far

Sani, 07/02/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I'm still on the first tank of gas on my Elantra SE, but so far I'm very pleased with it. Rides very well on city streets and highway. Feels bigger than my Mazda3, but not as big and floaty as a Sonata. It's the perfect size for myself and my family. Pickup is good and gas mileage is in the high 20s on the first tank - sure to get even better with time. Very high-quality interior, though I wish it were a lighter gray (it's a nearly-black charcoal gray interior). A much better car than the previous-generation Elantra.

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