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Elantra SE Manual
Paul, 08/20/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I just purchased this car yesterday an i couldn't be happier with my choice. After looking and looking over every car manufacturers website and reading reviews and safety ratings an every possible angle, i decided on the Elantra SE.The gas mileage was above an beyond what the sticker says. I got 41MPG on a 60 mile highway trip, on a 50/50 combo of city/hghwy i got 33mpg. the extra options of the SE are well worth the extra money, especially safety features (A/C,Cruise,ESC,Brake assist). XM radio is nice also. If i had an extra 10,000 dollars to buy a car, id still get the exact same car, no doubt! plenty of storage spaces, fun to drive ZOOM ZOOM THIS ONE MAZDA!!! Hyundai is going places...
Solid, Quality Car
LWade, 12/04/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought the Elantra after my Chrysler Sebring coupe was flooded and died. This is my first new car and I love it. I've only had one problem involving a slow leak in a tire caused by a nail, which the dealership replaced for free (even though it was not their problem). I drive about 32 miles round-trip for my daily commute in Boston traffic, and my gas mileage still averages 30-34 mpg. It took a while to get used to the V4 engine, but it really moves great once you get up to speed. Unlike my Sebring, I can now have people sit in my backseat of my Elantra. As with any major purchase, research the seller and the product before you buy and there should be no issues.
Remarkable Car for the Price
rachmaninov1, 03/17/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I've driven the Elantra SE Auto 500 miles since purchase two weeks ago. Steering on my unit is responsive and well-balanced, yet several units I test-drove had what felt like over-responsiveness to steering wheel movement. City ride is comfortable; minor bumps feel like minor bumps. Highway ride is comfortable too; easy to hit 70mph without feeling any loss of control. No difference in performance between wet and dry roads. Acceleration is adequate for ordinary highway merge, but is definitely geared towards fuel economy rather than fun. However, I did need to gun it once, and boy did it respond. Braking is smooth, although I have not needed to stop short. Avg. 29.9mpg in 50/50.
really nice for the money
bostonb, 11/25/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Really Nice car for its price. Fuel economy in the city 23 mpg using it for pizza delivery around 100 miles a day. Suspension can be better. Also there is a little bit of cracking in the interior but can't complain since I got the car for only $14,200 (a lot of negotiating). This car is made for gas saving so don't expect any good acceleration for racing. A lot of room inside and trunk is huge. Looks a lot better with tinted Windows and make sure you get seat covers in they are not black. All my friends have been impressed. If I don't get any mechanical problems, I will recommend this car to everyone.
Worth More Than They Sell Them For!!!
Doug, 01/29/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I've spent over a year looking to buy a new car. I needed something reliable, safe, and economical. This car has it all in spades! It's unheard of to have stability control in a car at this price. And it's a blast to drive. It has WAY more torque than the civic so it really moves when you hit the gas! Feels like it has way more horsepower too. And it steers with a perfect mix of feedback and ease.
Not too shabby
Hopper, 07/05/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Pros- I have yet to find any defective cosmetic/operational problem with this car.The ride is better and the road noise is much less than the new Honda EX Civic that my wife just purchased. Cons- Sluggish steering, around 30 mph the transmission should down shift to a lower gear but refuses to and you will get this engine strain noise & sometimes I manually down shift the transmission in city driving to get it out of its misery. Summary- This is the best value out there if you are keeping a car for a few years. You can't wrong considering the options you get for the money. I would not have purchased this car if I had intended on trading in a year or two as one would take a bath.
going good
Shad, 08/18/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this car in July and drove it 1200 mile from Chicago to Houston getting 32 mpg. Was fast on the highway. Its cozy inside. Good design. Have 1600 miles get 27 mpg city only. A bit slow to pick up and less power but overall good ride cheap eco ride with good mileage. Only worst thing is ac its very very weak specially in the Texas heat ufff... Will write a second review after few months. Got se loaded with sunroof, mats, sunroof deflector & leather for 18,250.00 out the door.
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.
My Little Lexus
tundra1, 03/29/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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After reading numerous reviews of this car I thought I'd give it a look. I had just driven a fit when I walked next door to the Hyundai dealer and drove the elantra. I was very impressed. Feature content was unmatched, very comfortable (I am 6,2"), and visibility is excellent. Power is ok and mpg's are excellent. The most pleasant surprise to me was at 80 mph on the interstate it is really quiet. Nice build quality.
Surprise
cosoccer, 07/13/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I was hesitant to look at a Hyundai due to reputation, but at the reviews I gave it a shot. I am so happy that I did, I was speechless after driving the Hyundai Elantra, is exceeded my expectations greatly. I am so happy that I purchased this car, I got some much more for my dollar compare to the Honda or Nissan. I am 6'4" and I fit nicely in this vehicle and the ride is very smooth for being a moderately priced sedan. The other big savings was in my insurance because of all the safety features and ratings the Elantra received. I would recommend looking into buying the Elantra to anyone, I am even telling my father to get one!
Excellent car in price class
Ray, 04/04/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Make no mistake, this is not a 32,000 dollar car, though Quality for cost is superb. Between 16,000 and 18,000 you will not find a better quality means of transportation. The Elantra is fun to drive with a great popular package features. The warranty on the car matches and or beats other motor companies. Surprisingly roomy interior, I am 6'2 and sit comfortable inside the vehicle. Fuel mileage is at 35 mpg with 65% highway driving. Exterior to interior noise control is that of a 26,000 to 32,000 dollar sedan. Purchasing this vehicle was not on the spur of the moment, Four months of going to one dealer to the next. Finally the right car for our family at the right price.
Value, efficiency, and functionality.
douger, 12/22/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I shopped Toyota, Scion, Honda and meant to test drive the Mazda 3. The deal I was presented with on my Hyundai caused me to stop shopping. I needed an economical sedan comfortable enough for a family of 4 safely travel. The room and drive was so pleasant, I probably would have been back after Mazda anyway. Engine noise I read about was not as bad as expected and the overall car is superior in functional design. After 6 months and 9,000 miles, I'm still finding new things about the car like the fact I can't lock the car with keys in the ignition. If the initial quality rolls into long term reliability, other car manufacturers will have to try extremely hard to win my business back.
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.
Great Car, Fun to Drive
Aung, 07/17/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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The car is very fun to drive. Handling is Great. Braking and cornering are very confident. The car always has good grip on the road. The engine gets noisy (rev) around 3500 rpm but I think it's kinda sporty. Fit and finish is excellent despite a few negligible low-quality material, IMO, better than Corolla and Civic. Blue ambient lighting is very cool. Controls are well placed and ergonomic. Seats and headrests are comfortable. Steering wheel audio controls are convenient though I keep using the dial on the center; it's a habit. Regetta Blue looks awesome. I heard it's a rare color. The ride is very smooth and comfortable. Those multi-link suspensions on front and rear really helps a lot.
Whole lotta car for the money
Purpy, 12/26/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I LOVE THIS CAR!!! This is my first "foreign" car but absolutely love it. You get a lot of car for the money, and I feel so safe with all the airbags that almost surround you.
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.
One quality vehicle
BigRed, 04/26/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I wanted an SE but Hyundai did not seem to have any. Went with the GLS and have not been disappointed. Have driven in the desperate rush hour traffic here in North Texas and was well pleased with the car's handling. On the road car did quite well, passing ok, wind noise ok, gas mileage both city and country very good. Quality of assembly, superb! Like the XM Radio.
10K Update
hutch7, 01/12/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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After 10K miles I am really trying to like this car but my first year's ownership experience has been mediocre. One recall (fuel pump), two check engine lights (loose hoses), RR window track fell off and had to be repaired, Upholstery seems to be wearing poorly and it's light color shows dirt, dealership botched the first oil change (admittedly not Hyundai's fault) forgetting to replace the crush washer resulting in 3 qts of oil on my garage floor, interior door panels are cheap hard plastic and tend to scratch easily as well as rattle quite a bit. Otherwise car handles well is very ergonomic. My biggest disappointment are the latest iihs side impact test results...POOR/MARGINAL! Bummer...
Nice Vehicle
littleindiana, 07/18/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Love the car. I went from a mini-van to this car and I can not believe the room it has in it. So far we have taken it camping and on vacation to see family. Everything has fit in the trunk. Unfortunately, the fuel pump went out at 3800 miles. It has taken almost 2 weeks for them to get the part and to repair it. It drives much better now.
Still happy
Diane R, 06/20/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I traded in my 2003 Ford Windstar that was getting around 17 miles a gallon for this car. I still like approaching it in a parking lot and still think it is pretty cute. I got a 5 speed because I had one as a kid and was going through a mid-life thing! The gas mileage is a steady 29-31 depending where I drive. I still really like it overall. My husband keeps asking me if I still like it and it has been 8 months. I am not sure when he thinks I will say no. But I hope never!
SUV owner downsizes for fuel economy
narek, 07/06/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I've had my Elantra SE about 1,100 miles now. I was looking for a smaller, more fuel efficient car to replace my large SUV. Comparing many models in the mid-size sedan category, the Elantra always came out on top. I was particularly drawn to the SE model for the standard Electronic Stability Control. Safety in a smaller car was a big concern, having always driven a large van or SUV. The ESC answered that concern. The adjustment from driving a large SUV to the Elantra took no time at all. The seats are comfortable and it handles like a dream. Road noise is almost nonexistent. My 6ft+ husband and son both fit comfortably in the front and back seats. I have no regrets. I love my car!
It's a good car...
A Y, 08/26/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased the Elantra SE with optional sunroof and heated seats. So far I have had no problems, it is comfortable to drive, great gas millage (33.5 MPG), lots of leg and head room. I traded in my 2000 Chevy blazer as it was starting to have problems and I needed better MPG. I looked around for about 4 weeks before making the purchase. I test drove the Mazda 3, Ford Focus, and Chevy Cobalt. All instruments seems to be in good locations and easy to use. I like the XM radio and will keep the subscription. Large trunk, nice looks, and I love the sunroof. I would like fully powered seats, bigger side mirrors, and GPS/on board computer option, and bluetooth. So far I am happy with my purchase.
Love it
Kristen, 02/28/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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There are so many things about my Elantra that I love. Even after a year of owning it every time I get in it to drive I'm so excited about owning it. I've never been so happy with a car, but like some others have mentioned it handles very poorly in snowy conditions which is not good living in Wisconsin. I did a lot of research before I bought this car and never came across anything about that problem. Also as some have mentioned the trunk does tend to pop open without me realizing it. Other than that I do love it and would recommend it to anyone.
I Love This Car!!!!
just me, OR, 04/23/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I just bought this car 2 days ago. I absolutely love it. I traded a 05 Ford Freestar because of gas prices and wanted something smaller. This car has everything I have wanted in a vehicle. I have 3 kids and they actually fit comfortably in the back seat. Before I bought this car I test drove an 07 Pontiac G6 and an 07 Chevy Malibu, both were nice but neither compare to the Elantra. When I test drove this car I fell in love with it. It is easy and fun to drive.
Best Car Purchase Yet
Andy @ Dallas, 02/03/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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We purchased our little "Hunni" in December and absolutely love this car. It's quiet on the highway (very little "4-cylinder engine noise" - if you've owned a 4-cylinder you know what I mean), hugs the road, great turning radius, etc. It is the nicest "small car" we've owned or even driven to date (we're well into our 40's so have been around a few blocks!). We test drove this gem and both fell in love with it.
Very pleased!
Tom, 04/29/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Excellent car for the price. First time buying a foreign car and very pleased! May buy another in the future!
Great Value for the Money
Best Deal Going, 02/14/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I have always bought new vehicles and driven them between 250-300,000 miles. After exhaustive research which included talking to other Elantra owners I purchased one. I got a tremendous deal out the door including financing for about 15k(on an SE not GLS). On the last trip at 75 mph with the air on, a full load of passengers and full trunk I got 34 mpg. This wasn't based on the trip computer, it was the old fashioned way of calculating.Mixed driving 29 mpg. After 20,000 miles I am thoroughly convinced that this is the best deal out there. I test drove all the other cars in the class and sure some are peppier or handle better but if you are looking for best bang for you buck, here it is.
Lovin' It!
Hadeev, 05/06/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Lots of leg room and comfy seats. My passengers enjoyed riding in my Elantra and said it is pretty. It's sporty and has all the bells and whistles I wanted. I'm not sure if I'm getting good gas mileage because I'm still learning when to shift between the D and D3 gears. Otherwise, it's a smooth ride and strangers give me compliments on it all the time. The headlights are nice and bright, the mirrors get good visibility and the blue lighted dashboard is a great feature. The trunk opener on the remote is a good thing to have also. I feel like a queen when I drive it.
2008 Elantra GLS
Breanna, 05/16/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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My mom just bought this car for me and I love it! I've been driving for years and after awhile driving gets annoying. But since I've had my Elantra, I've even driven just to the mailbox down the street! Sounds crazy, I know but I'll find any reason just to get in my car and go for a ride! It rides a lot smoother than I thought it would and I love the dash design and the blue backlights especially at night. Unlike other economy cars, the Elantra looks far from cheap and looks just as good parked next to an Accord, etc.
Car of the year!
Anita , 04/24/2009
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I bought this vehicle last year and due to the affordability I got the features that I wanted like a sunroof. It's great on gas getting 35MPG. I work at a Hyundai dealership and am proud to be selling such an economical vehicle.
Awesome car at an amazing price!!
Anthony T, 08/28/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I just bought this car because I will be commuting to college, and needed something more reliable than my 1998 Plymouth Neon. I got the SE model with the sportier wheels, fog lights, spoiler, etc. and I love it! It rides so nice and interior and exterior of this car are beautiful. I got the dark blue and I love it! I will have this car for the next 6 years of school!
Best car for the money
Best car in catagory, 03/14/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Bought the car a week a go drove it about 1000 miles and it does not drive like a compact car it's more like a full size ride, getting around 37mph mixed city/hwy .Tested several cars and it beat the others out so we bought it.this 4cyl is quiet even at 80 mph and plenty fast enough on take off,car is roomy smooth ride what else could you ask for. Review,s are about right except for the ones selling other brands trying to ho do you.
Good looks-poor gas mileage
wbill130, 05/21/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Buzzy stereo speakers, horrible gas mileage, tested carefully at only 22 mpg, not the 33 mpg HWY as advertised. Very noisy engine when accelerating at 2500 RPM or above, excessive road noise over small bumps. Great interior looks & features (love the Blue dash lights). Need rear view auto- dimmer glass.
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.
A very good vehicle and value
beaver, 07/05/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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The driving experience was excellent: quite, nimble, and feature-full. At a similar price range there were no other car which offered electronic stability as standard, and I could add the sun roof and heated seat within our modest budget.
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.
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.
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!
Review
weeweewooo, 07/06/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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Reliable and stylish car
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.
Best thing I've done for myself!
K, 06/04/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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The rebate caught my attention, I wanted to upgrade from my 2001 Hyundai Accent, and this was a perfect find! I love the exterior (black) and the two-tone interior. Excellent features for a ridiculously low price - sunroof, cruise control, XM radio, fog lights. It it very spacious, and driving it feels so comfortable. Wishing for lumbar support, though. You can't beat the warranty, and the extra features, and the gas mileage, and the sleekness, and the value...and I could go on! I've driven 350 miles since I bought it and I haven't filled the gas tank yet!
More Bang for the Buck!
Dennis, 06/09/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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We bought our Elantra two weeks ago and have really enjoyed it very much. We were basically looking for a gas efficient vehicle that made better mileage than our PT Cruiser. We must say that it certainly does that and then some with 28 mpg in the city and over 35 mpg on the highway! And that is with the air conditioner going all the time. Our mileage has almost doubled from our Cruiser and you can't beat the 5 year/60,000 mile bumper-to- bumper warranty. You don't get that with Honda, Toyota, GM or Ford! The relatively low cost of the car was a big factor also. We looked at how much everything cost and how much gas savings we would realize. We are very happy with the overall features.
SO happy with my purchase!
Alyssa, 06/19/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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This is the first new car I've ever bought;I was car shopping for over a year prior. I test drove Civics and Corollas (in my price range) for about two months and something wasn't grabbing me. As soon as I test drove the Elantra, I knew that was my car. The interior is really good looking (get so many compliments, especially at night with the blue lights). I also love all the features (esp. the XM and radio controls on the steering wheel) and the drive is very smooth and secure. The car turns well and I love driving on the highway (quiet, good pickup). NOTE: I got a spoiler and it makes it that much cuter!
Thrilled
RB, 09/05/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra SE PZEV 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
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I purchased this car as an alternative to driving my gas guzzling full sized SUV. I was debating between this and the Honda Civic. I test drove both. There was no significant difference in performance or comfort. The lower price, better warranty, and cash rebate made the choice of the Elantra an easy decision. So far I'm thrilled with the car and my decision.
I love my car!
KA Seattle, 08/07/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I was so hesitant to purchase a Hyundai after owning a 1998 Honda Civic for 11 years. I absolutely love Hondas, period. However, I read all the reviews and did my homework and felt prepared to buy this little gem. I now find it now laughable that Honda and Toyota insist on charging a horrendous amount extra for AC, a sunroof, automatic trans., power steering, cruise control, IPOD compatibility, etc. A $12,000 2008 Civic gets you "maybe" 2 of the above items (read the fine print people!)I only paid about $12,100, 10Kmi, and got all of the above features and this car gets about 32 MPG with a warranty that knocks Honda out of the park. I may just be a Hyundai fan now for life. We'll see!
Why pay more
Dee, 10/17/2007
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is really going to give Honda and Toyota a run for their money. after researching and test driving other cars we decided the Elantra had too many perks to even consider the other makes.We have driven 586 miles and mpg was 28.9 on the first tank of gas.
Engine Issues
prof, 03/31/2008
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 4 people found this review helpful
The Elantra is a nice car with a great interior and decent performance. I was surprised to find out the engine uses a timing belt whereas the competition from Toyota, Honda, Mazda, gm, ford, chrysler have graduated to timing chains that never require replacement. Worse than that, the engine is a "interference design", meaning that if the timing belt ever breaks, the valves will crash into the pistons and destroy the engine. Interference designed engines were phased out by most manufacturers in the 1990's. A broken belt leading to engine destruction is a gamble that we dont have to take in 2008.
1 year 100,000 mile warranty
GERALD PARRY, 07/20/2010
2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 4A)
0 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2008 Hyundai elantra a couple years ago. I thought the car was great at first and paid an extra couple grand for the 10 year warranty and even spent the extra for lo jack and sealant to protect my cars finish for 5 years. That right there doesn't say much for Hyundai interior or exterior if they are only giving a 5 year warranty. They would not cover suntan lotion eating through my paint because it was on my bumper. My transmission fluid turned brown after just 13k. That's normal they said. My battery has a dead cell after just 17k (26 months) this was not covered even though it is not a wear and rear item. Who ever heard of a 1 year warranty on a batter especially for a new car?