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Used 2008 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews

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4.25 out of 5 stars

Fun little car

Amanda , 08/31/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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We purchased our Hyundai Elantra around the middle of June. We already have over 5000 miles on it, and we have not had a single problem. We love almost everything about the car. It gets decent gas mileage-we are averaging 29 mpg city/highway combo. It has an excellent safety rating in Consumer Reports. It comes in some way cool colors. There is one issue we have: the back window is too small, so sometimes I'm nervous changing lanes, especially on the freeway. Anyway, it's a cute little car that does what it says it will do. In the Valley, you'll pay a little more-ours 14000 with no extras.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

fabric of cloth seats are awlfull

Danny McCuiston, 03/19/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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We just bought the car, we like the dealership every one there was helpful,now for the only bad thing about the car that we've found is the fabric on the seats, if you drop one drop of clear clean water on the seats it looks like a big dirty stain. We took it back for them to get the spots out 80% came out and we are afraid to try anymore cleaning,we cover the seats and arm rest with towels and that is embarrassing. If you have children the seats would be ruined with in a week. I hope Hyundai will improve the inside quality,if they do I will probably buy another one next year from the same dealer. A newer one but for now we will just be ashamed of the seats.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great car Good Price

kristina, 08/30/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I love this car. I payed 15300 for it after rebates and it was a great purchase. The dealer gave me Invoice minus rebates and I feel pretty satisfied that I got a fair price. This car fits my budget and my kids safely in the back without any cramping. I recommend this car to anyone starting a family!

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5 out of 5 stars

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weeweewooo, 07/06/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Reliable and stylish car

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4.63 out of 5 stars

So far so good

charmeming, 07/22/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this car almost 2 years ago. It has about 28,000 miles on it. As others have mentioned, I have experienced some instances of the trunk popping open seemingly on its own. I think that it may be because there is a button on the remote which possibly gets pushed, but can't be sure. Additionally, the ESC sometimes shuts off on its own especially when its rainy. I live in Columbus, OH where it ices rather than snows and the ESC did kick in a few times, works well when it's on and kept me from sliding into the curb once. I think that the interior is much nicer than other cars in the same price category. The trunk is roomy; it handles nicely; and is quiet compared to other cars.

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