Used 2009 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews
Best Value in Class
Bought this car three months ago as my first car. Was thinking about getting a Toyota Corolla but the price was $100 more per month for less! The build quality and feel of the car is great. Heated seats get very warm and phase from hot to warm which can really loosen your back muscles during your commute home! Full tank will get you about 600-650 kms for $35 bucks Cnd ($30US). Recommended accessories: Ipod connection, Window Rain blockers, Petal and gear shift kit, Rubber mats. If you ask at the dealer they will throw these accessories in with the car for free.
Pretty Good So Far
I love this car. I traded a Jeep Grand Cherokee and space is not an issue. It is spacious despite it's small footprint. I got the optional moonroof and heated front seats. I was looking at a Civic, Corolla, and Jetta. This had standard features that the others didn't have or were optional. The warranty is the best. If you buy this car before the $1.49 gas price guarantee expires, don't get it! It is a huge rip-off. Take the $2000 cash back instead. I would have never looked at Hyundai a few years ago but their cars are now as good as or better than their Japanese and German competitors. Pay the extra few grand for the SE to get the safety features.
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The best buy!
I just bought my Hyundai, and I have no complaints! Its performance is amazing compared to my old mazda, and you can't beat the price, 12,000. If anyone is looking into the Hyundai Elantra, you should really consider it!
Got what I hoped for
The 2009 shot up to the top of the list based on it's reliability reports and its' price. I've only driven it 1200 miles but am very happy with the fit & finish as well as with the loads of options. The 5 spd manual is a lot of fun with its spirited acceleration. I averaged 35 mpg on a road trip of 660 miles. The steering wheel is on the heavy side, but it nicely responsive.
Cheap Wheelwells / Mudguards
After only 3 weeks and 300 km of winter grid road travel, all 4 wheelwells and all 4 mudguards are damaged. 1 mudguard has a 4" diameter hole clear through it. I am fortunate enough that my dealer is replacing all 4+4 free of charge in addition to coating them with a rubber compound calling it a "Goodwill" repair. For your information, the temperature has been ~-30°C. My maximum grid road speed was always less than 100 km/hr. The odd thing is, there is basically NO gravel left on the road since it's not graded in the winter... currently the maximum particle size is only ~5mm.