Used 2008 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews
Used Elantra for sale
Outstanding Small Car
Thomas, 12/26/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Purchased for $12,000 used with 12,000 miles on it, and I love this car. Well worth every penny its quiet, stable, and solid. Handling is neutral and predictable, steering is effortless, and the brakes are very strong. I looked at a few of the "top" cars in this class before pulling the trigger on this car, and none could match it. The ride is good, interior comfortable and pleasing to the eye, and it handles better then expected. Good stereo, excellent ergonomics, classy looking exterior. Its an impressive small car in its class. I've shown it to friends and family and they all think "wow nice little car!" Especially from those who expect junk from Hyundai. This car is far from junk.
Nice car, but has flaws
Ahabgjb, 12/24/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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When I bought this car, I found very few flaws in it to start out with. I enjoyed the great MPG that the car had, as well as the good design and comfort. However, as time went on, I soon found myself to be an enemy with one thing: the trunk. If you do make the decision to buy this car, NEVER open it on a rainy day, at the risk of waterlogging everything inside your trunk. The design of the trunk pushes all the water on top of the trunk straight down into your carpeted trunk, making it incredibly difficult to deal with. Not only that, but it frequently unlatches itself, making it a safety hazard if you leave valuables in your trunk. Overall I'd say good buy, just be weary of the risks.
Excellent Car, Best in class
Wayne, 08/24/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the car on a Friday and took it on an extended trip, 2000 miles in 7 days. On the first leg of the trip I filled up 1 time after 485 miles (and the tank still had a little less than a quarter tank). The same performance on the trip back. Mileage was half on interstate and half on backroads and in cities. I'm rather large and the seats remained comfortable throughout the trip. Overall an excellent driving experience.
Great Car!
Jess, 01/31/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this car last October, as my 2001 Ford Focus was nearing 120,000 miles. As a commuter student,I needed a new car that was reliable.. I researched a million other cars and finally fell in love with this one.
Gets the job done.
Macnewbee, 02/26/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I don't think I would ever say to anyone, "Oh yeah, I love my car." Having said that the car itself, for what it is, is great. I paid 13,500 for it. I've driven it 32,000 miles since I bought it 9 months ago. I'd say 30K miles were spent on I-95 to and from work at 80 miles an hour. The car does what it needs to do everyday- starts and stops. There has been hesitation in the engine on more than one occasion. Something to expect out of a car with 100K on the engine, not a brand new car. I asked the maintenance people about this and they said that should be expected out of a Hyundai. The car came with features that would cost 30K on any other car. For the cost, the value is great.