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What A Car
luremakerfdl, 05/05/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
4 weeks ago picked up my new Elantra. Have been byuing cars since 1958. This with out a doubt is the best ever. Now have 2700 miles on it and there is nothing but smiles on my face. Took 4 adults, ea over 200 lbs, on a 330 mile road trip through the Ozark Mts. in north central Ar. averaged 35.3 actual MPG based on miles and gas used. This was abought 2 MPG less than the trip computer indicated. I traded an 07 Aveo. what a dif. Compared to the 6 Pont Bonnevilles i bought over the years this car beats all of them. Hyundai's Baloon purchase with extended amortisation sure keeps the payment lower, nearly $140 less than the best i could get from Chev Dealer for a Cruz.
Perfection for 6 years
Becky, 06/22/2018
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
The Elantra fit my needs perfectly as I drive alone most of the time, and needed high fuel efficiency. A+ for that AND the fact that other than oil changes and new tires, the car is low maintenance and still rides beautifully with 85k miles. I need a car with more headroom now, as I take my father out a lot. Otherwise, I'd buy a new Elantra. Great value, good looking, easy to drive. I'll miss this gem.
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paint issues/update
bhamcarguy, 07/22/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just a brief update...in general I like the car..the local dealer scratched my car in 2 places and made some mistakes while repairing the initial paint quality issues. The main areas involved are under the doors and where the water drains around the trunk lid. Unfortunately, this has esclated in the local dealer contacting the regional Hyundai mfg representative to go over the car with me before repairs go any further. I've never had any issues of this nature with a brand new car and needless to say I'm disappointed (so far) with the local dealer's repair and the paint fit and finish. Other than the paint, I generally like the car.
Don't buy for gas mileage
unclogum, 09/17/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought it for mileage. The days when manufactures lied to you are suppose to be over. At 3,000 miles power steering went out. Repair time 5 days. While on board computer says 38 MPG the real gas mileage is 31-34 mpg. Six thousand of car now and just did Oregon to Wy. trip taking northern route there and southern back. Cruise control, real gas, nothing got me above 35 mpg. I don't like being lied to so I will not buy another.
Horrible Car
Sarah, 10/19/2015
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 17 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS last May with only 38,000 miles on it. For the first 6 months it was fine... in less than a year I had to replace all brakes, all rotors, all calipers, all the tires, all the coils, all the spark plugs, and get the seats professionally cleaned because WATER stains them... I was STILL having issues with it and no one could seem to find the issue... when we went back to the Hyundai Dealer and they drained my engine they found a ton of metal in the oil pan... the engine is done. Now I owe $10,000 on a car that needs a new engine that Hyundai would only give me $500 bucks for if I wanted to trade it in. I am, therefore, stuck with replacing the engine. I will hope that with a new engine they will give me at least $6,000 for it and I will take the loss so that I can trade in for a new car. This car has drained our savings and really hurt my work because I've been stranded numerous times on the side of the road because he stopped accelerating (also a problem we could not find "why"). Even with winter tires, the car is so light is has swung out in the rear on the highway going 40 mph in the winter blocking the highway. I feel safer in our "beater" car which is a 2001 Jetta. Horrible car.
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Love This Car
tkbeyedoc, 03/25/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2011 Elantra Ltd with Navigation package for about a week now. I have averaged almost 37mpg (75% highway driving 70++ mph.) I use the car to drop 4 kids off at school and then to make a 50 mile round-trip work commute. The cars drives very nicely (and just for comparison, my previous everyday driver was an '05 XJ Vanden Plas!) Of course, there isn't sports-car power, but ride, handling, and noise are excellent for this category. The only thing I notice is a little motion in crosswinds. The features are just incredible. Being able to stream Pandora on android phone via Bluetooth is just too cool. I honestly have ZERO regrets about this purchase. Now my dad wants one!
Poor Quality Seats for little people
Daph, 02/22/2018
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a 2011 Hyundai Elantra and the driver's seat can be pulled up or back for adjustment or it can be pumped up but not high enough for a small (4'11") driver to see over the steering wheel for the last 2 years I have been driving while sitting on a pillow and it's very uncomfortable. I mentioned this to the salesman and he told me to put some specially-made pedals on my acceleration and my break. It has nothing to do with specially made instruments it has to do with the quality of the seats and how they are made when someone sits in them. Let me go make seats for Hyundai and show them what the heck I mean. If I could get rid of this car or drive it off the bridge I would. No more Hyundai for me. My husband has a 2013 Sonata and it is electrically adjusted the seat now that's how it should be.
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Great car
skisurf1, 06/17/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I own a 2006 Civic currently and have owned a Chevy and Toyota. The dealer experience was not up to speed but the car is. You just can beat the warranty, the price and free road side assistance for 5 years. Honda civic would cost $3000 more and probably have as many recalls like my current Honda's. The transmission kills my 06 Civic. I feel little vibrations in the seat and cabin is quiet compared to Honda. I can't say enough about the design. They have surpassed Honda and Toyota simply as that.
If buying for Gas mileage, dont do it!!
shanebro, 09/05/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Purchased the car in April of 2011, and I now have 11,000 miles on it. I have driven the car embarrasingly conservative (I have Smart cars and Pruis'es passing me like I am standing still... No joke) This car will NOT get 30-40 as advertized. I drive partial thruway and partial city, so I would say mixed driving. I get 26-29 mpg. I did get 35 mpg on the highway once, but I never went over 65 and I slowed up going up hills... You know the drill.) Would love to know who they paid to get the rating that they received. So in my opinion the only reason that you would buy this car would be for the warranty, it certainty is not "fun to drive" that for sure.
Misleading MPG Advertising
m_aaslam, 10/21/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Have a 2011 Elantra GLS for 6 months now. Very, Very, Verify, disappointed with MPG not even close to advertised 40 mpg. I drive 80% highway, the best I got was 30mpg @ about 70-75mph. In the city I get 18-19mpg. VERY disappointing about the misleading advertising. Will NOT recommend this to anyone.
RUN AWAY FROM HYUNDAI!
James Henderson, 08/11/2018
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
My engine just blew up at 75,000 miles. Enough said. I maintained the car to manufacturers specs. Do not buy this model, or any Hyundai for that matter.
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Mileage issue
youngblood, 06/16/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 8 people found this review helpful
I've had my Elantra Limited for 3 months and find that my mileage varies considerably based on a couple of factors. 1) Driving at a steady speed of 55-60 mph on an open highway or interstate, I'm getting over 40 mpg. But if I drive in the 70-80 mph range, my mpg drops to the low to mid 30s. 2) Driving in the city with lots of stops, the mph drops to the 24-29 mpg range. 3) Using regular unleaded gas (compared with the cheaper ethanol blend sold in the Midwest) results in significantly higher gas mileage. 4) The "ECO" system has no effect on MPG that I can determine.
A pretty decent car
ibilkut, 04/26/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 24 people found this review helpful
For a little over $18k, it's hard to beat what one gets in this car. New styling in and out takes it to a modern, jazzy level. The front seat is comfortable for my 6 foot frame, and the tilt/tele wheel enables me to drop it down low, as is my preference. While the 40 mpg is on the sticker for highway, a mix of long/short drives puts me at about 34-36mpg. I'd say the car is responsive, tracks nicely on the open road, brakes quick and tight, pulls nicely into parking spots, has above average pep, and an ample trunk. I'm pleased with what this car delivered as compared to Mazda 3 and Honda Civic. There's some slight engine/road noise, but this is after all not a Lexus.
Good looking and decent car - not so good EPA gas mileage
lucd, 11/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded my Mazda 3 Sport 2.5 liter because it did not give me good gas mileage. After buying this 2011 Elantra for it's advertised 40 mpg, I'm feeling pretty foolish. The car is a good looking car, but very disappointed in gas mileage. I average 34 mpg in the summer with 70% highway and 30% city. I baby the gas pedal. Now I put on snow tires and I'm getting 31 mpg. 40 mpg not so much. If I'd of known how deceptive the MPG was going to be, I'd of kept my Mazda. Hyndai Sonata is a good car with very average MPG.
Six-Speed Manual; Great First Car
Savian Walker, 07/27/2015
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a great car for anyone seeking to learn how to drive/drive a manual transmission. The front seats are comfortable and the car is easy to control. All of this is coming from a fifteen year old who has a learner's permit. The only gripe are that the seat stain easily (with water!!!) and the rear end can get a little antsy in the highway. The car has been very reliable for only being in for the curtain airbags recall and regular service. The car now has 129,000.
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I am so glad I chose Hyundai Elantra GSL
deebi27, 06/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I had a Honda CR-V, I loved my car however on April 19th a storm totaled my CRV. I had just paid it off in November. :o( Enter May and I was on a mad research expedition to find a new car. I finally settled on 4 cars. I test drove 3 on Memorial Day and the 4th one, the Hyundai Elantra Tuesday after work. OMG! There was no comparison between the Elantra and the 1st 3. The ride is wonderful! I have great 40+ mpg! I have my Bluetooth hook up, for what I believe will become in the near future...no hand held cell phone use! My husband (6') is quite comfortable in the passenger seat. Phone, radio and cruise controls on the steering wheel. I love my new Hyundai Elantra!!!
40 MPG?
jouett, 06/09/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2011 Limited for two months, and just under 2,000 miles. Traded an '09 Accord EX. Like the looks inside and out, and for the price, think it's very well equipped. My only negative remark so far is with the advertised 40 mpg estimate. I understand all the variables that go into the final average fuel numbers. Driving conservatively on 30 mile r/t per day, I've not seen 30 mpg yet. Prior to the Honda was an '03 Corolla that did provide 30+ mpg. I'm hoping this one improve with time.
2011 Hyundai Elantra Ltd. Review
md2011, 10/13/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in March of 2011 (Traded in my 09 Elantra GLS). Over the time I have had the vehicle I have been very impressed in the advancements over the previous model. Great performance, comfort, design, mpg the list goes on and on. A couple cons I do have is them removing features that were in the 09 Elantra such as glove box light, double storage in the arm rest dual map seat back storage and top of dash storage. As a sum they have done an excellent job on this vehicle and also requires less maintance than the 09 such as new timing chain and lifetime transmission fluid. Been very impressed! Best bang for the buck with all the features! Intend to keep this car for many years!
Excellent car but forgot the spare tire
garoman, 11/23/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Hyundai Elantra is an excellent car but Hyundai has elected to not provide a spare tire. I have owned my car for 6 months now and have had it towed twice due to not having a spare tire. The repair kit provided is a joke- you are not going to fix a gash in the side of a tire with "fix a flat." Yes, you have free roadside assistance, but my family has been stranded twice now- once in a dangerous part of town. I have purchased a spare tire so that my family will not be in danger again. Don't let them tell you their tire repair kit will get you home safely; it won't. There are other good cars out there that come with the safety equipment you need to keep your family safe.
Great car
Mike Walbert, 06/29/2017
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2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love it. Low maintenance and repairs. Nothing but tires, oil changes and brakes. Couldn't ask for more. About ready to hit 200,00 miles. Just replaced battery and serpentine belt. Put new plugs in at 190,000. Overall mileage is about 28 milers/gal. I'd buy another in a second.
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Happy owner!
k14k, 12/17/2010
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
bought Elantra GLS on 12-14-10, and love it. Handles great, averages in high 30's on fuel overall, and looks very sharp. Would like more power, but it's good enough, and is the tradeoff for great fuel economy, which matters more to me.
Great car
catbarone, 09/29/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We have had our 2011 Elantra for about 1.5 years. We have about 28K on the car and have had no problems whatsoever. I regularly get 35 mpg in mixed driving and get 40 mpg in highway only driving. We got the navigation and it works very well. Its a fun little car that is great for commuting!
Great car
JR, 04/10/2024
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car is still getting on average, 34 mpg. I have had no major engine or transmission problems. I went through some issues with tires cupping for the first few years. But after a great all-wheel alignment and better tires, it's much better. It's very easy to park and back-up even though there is no camera.
Best purchase ever... so Far!!
pa82, 02/10/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car, it combines comfort with sportiness and excellent on gas. Definitely the best purchase I made to date. I traded in my 2003 Infiniti G35 sedan and have no regretted it one bit. Everything on the new Elantra limited seems like its standard. Sunroof, blue tooth etc. You only find these options on mid level and top of the line luxury cars. Hyundai was really stepped up big time in the compact market.
Great looking car, questionable paint quality.
bhamcarshopper, 05/25/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
There were 4 paint deficiencies when I took delivery. The worst were on the bottom of the car on the left and the right sides of the car between the front and rear doors. The paint did not match in these areas...I did not notice until a few days after when we had a sunny day. The clearcoat around the bottom sides of the car is splotchy also. The local dealer will be repainting, repairing the problem areas. Hyundai will be covering a loaner vehicle.
The Mercedes of Compacts!!
carfreak24, 01/31/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I ABSOLUTLEY love this car! I was looking for a car that would deliver good mileage, comfort, and be inexpensive and this car does the trick. My brother works at a Hyundai, Toyota, Buick, GMC, Scion, Nissan, and Mazda dealership and he showed me all the cars in my range. It came down to the Toyota Corrolla, Nissan Sentra, Mazda 3, and finally the Elantra. When he showed me the Hyundai I thought it was totally out of my price range but it wasnt! The car is soo PERFECT throughout. It beats all the competition by far!
Wish I could buy another and save it for when this one is finished
jakenoname, 05/31/2013
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I am middle aged so I have owned multiple cars from compact to SUV and vans. This is my favorite car ever. At 50,000 miles I get 40 miles a gallon... 35 city. I drive a long way to work so this really helps.
Great Car!
bacon777, 06/22/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
A few years ago, I never would have given a Hyundai a second glance but I love my 2011 Elantra. I typically average 40 (sometimes higher) on my long commutes during the day and still get about 30 in the city. This has cut my gas bill quite a bit. The entire looks amazing though the black can make it pretty warm during the summer. Has many great safety features and the warranties beat pretty much any other car I researched before purchasing. Only downside I've come across so far is Hyundai's replacement of a spare for the pump and seal device in order to maintain good fuel economy. Once my roadside assistance is up, I'll probably invest in a spare.
i wish i was getting the advertised gas mileage
debbishaw, 06/13/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
i bought the car for gas mileage and i am very disappointed that i am only getting 31 MPG on highways. and they were not coming down on price due their gas fuel economy.is this even legal to advertise 40 mpg when it does not come close?
must've gotten the one with the bad seats
rocks3, 05/14/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The Elantra caught my eye with its good looks, lots of room inside and spacious trunk for a small car. Comparatively the other cars I tested in the 30-40mpg range were very small inside. Mileage so far has ranged from 30mg to 36mpg, both city and highway. Traffic light stops cut the fuel economy. On the highway the suspension is very stiff, I feel all the bumps in the road, and the wind pushing the car on windy days. Also dissapointed that the Elantra does not come with a spare tire! I've never had a Hyundai before, I'm concerned about what winter driving in snow and ice will be like, mine has Continental tires.
Horrible Navigation System
stellasmom, 09/17/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I've been driving my 2011 Elantra now for 9 months. I have a major complaint about the navigation system. It does not follow major highways and fastest routes. It takes you down every country road and very strange routes. Hyundai needs to update the system to better software now. I've tried using the alternate route option, but that just makes things worse. Also, everytime the car is stopped and I press the gas, both in reverse and forward, the rearend is making a pinging sound. I'm not sure what it is yet, it could be the brakes or something in the rearend. One additional problem that I am having is vibration of the engine w/ AC on. The steer wheel vibrates and something under drivers seat.
Blown away!
cammer, 03/17/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 18 people found this review helpful
I can't wipe the smile off my face when i drive this car! It has sporty handling, a great view from the drivers seat, comfortable ergonomics and supportive seats. Did i mention it has a huge trunk and a comfortable heated back seat. The creature comforts are on par with luxury sedans costing 2.5x as much and what keeps that smile on my face is I am averaging 37 mpg. driving to Lake Tahoe from Reno. This car is a game changer in my opinion, every other car at 40 mpg felt like an econobox when I drove it.
Looks great...drive great...BUT
jimmygimbels, 03/08/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 29 people found this review helpful
Look great. Drive great. But, the tires are a problem. Be ready to slip and slide in heavy rain or any level of snow. Hankook Optima tires have a rep for little or no traction in snow and ice. If you live in an area where it snows, you might want to invest in a better set of tires. Hyundai traded safety for a better mileage number
Great car overall - but read the full review
tiversen, 06/13/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 52 people found this review helpful
Have driven the car for about 1000 miles. This is a good choice for a highway commuter or inexpensive family car. Hope it holds up - but bought the 10 yr 100k bumper to bumper just in case. Here is the good, the fair and the needs improvement.
Not being Truthful must be part of Hyundai's Culture
dmee, 11/17/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I would have never bought this car if the MPG was this low. My low is 23 mpg and the high was 34 on a 8 hour drive, not using A/C or the fan. I called the dealer shortly after buying it, they told me there was a break in period and just to wait. There must of been email damage control so everyone would lie to customers and say the same thing. When I questioned the MPG when the Hyundai dealer called me a week ago to try to sell me a newer car, he said he wasn't aware of any law suit but questioned me if I liked my Elantra besides the fuel mileage. I said no, and he hung up the phone. Quality!! I don't want the $100 rebate a year, I want a refund plus 15% for the lies they told me.
Another Bad Car Decision
whblack, 09/20/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We traded in our 2006 CR-V because we really didn't need an SUV and were looking for a reliable car with excellent gas mileage. Getting the Elantra was a mistake. After reading the reviews on the Elantra, we thought we were getting a better car. We looked at the Corolla, Civic, and Hybrids. We decided to go with the Elantra because it was not a hybrid, offered really good gas mileage, and promised reliability. The Elantra's mileage is not as advertised. After 4 months and over 3000 miles, we are averaging about 23-25 mpg (around 31-34 on the hwy). I don't believe the mpg read-out on the car and don't know what the 'ECO' mode means (on most of the time). We're worried about quality now.
Amazing Car!
mlrollin91, 09/24/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love this car. Gas mileage is amazing on this vehicle. Only car that I have had that comes even close to the EPA rating. The only gripe I have is that when purchasing the Limited Premium Package, the so called 360Watt sound system is not even close to 360Watt. Maybe 200 at most. Replacing speakers and putting in a subwoofer for the lows and the car is perfect. Recommend to everyone.
Forget the EPA Rating
jjwjr, 12/09/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Among the items that entered into my purchase decision were, design, feature content, price and the MPG rating. This vehicle shines in just about every category except what most of us have at the top of our list for a compact, mileage. As a mature driver I fully expected to get at or near the 40 MPG that Hyundai touts. Sadly I've never seen anything close to 40, 34 has been tops. Where on earth did that rating come from? This car has truly been a disappointment in that area.
Uncomfortable seats
me34, 04/15/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 48 people found this review helpful
There is very little lumbar support in this automobile. This makes it unpleasant for me to drive. An $18,000 mistake.
advertised gas mileage problem, reliability zero
araz0001, 08/20/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought it in July 2011 and i investigated some problems. First of all, if you like drive fast, it doesnt dispose of buying that car because when the ECO is not seen, its fuel consumption is very bad and it is not economic about fuel consumption.The second one is about noise. After 6 month the noise emerged and while i am using it, the noise is increasing. It specifies itself when you are on the damaged road.The other one is that the car is very light. If you are going with 60 mile per hour and suddenly apply brakes the car will fly. The back of the car is dancing. Thats why in that car safety is zero!
Some bads aspect reviewed
edmunds_logon, 03/11/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 111 people found this review helpful
I buyed my elantra 2011 3 weeks ago after carfully reading reviews and comparing different models. I'm 35 y-old rep, i drove around 40 000 miles/ year and just replace my yaris manual 2006 with 160 000 miles on it. Before this, i had a Subaru WRX turbo also. I gotta say i do have my rally offroad license as i'm a racing enthusiasm, i race motocross and i am also aware of suspension settings and reactions. MPG was very important and thats also the major point wich is deceiving. While i was doing 360 miles per 13 gal, i now go for 280 with the Elantra in mixed City/highway conditions and a sporty driving style, at 75 mph on highway, wich i did not change from the Yaris.
A big boring car for suburban American masses!
streetcarben, 04/08/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 29 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in December after my 02 Mini was getting too expensive to maintain. I got sucked in by the 10 year warranty and the advertised fuel economy. An overall ok/good car. Not as fun to drive as my Mini. Harder to fit into small city parking spaces compared to my Mini. Fuel economy is not nearly good as what Hyundai advertises. The car is supposed to get 40 mpg's HWY. Hah! After 4 months, I average about 33/34 on the HWY. My Mini got 36 on the HWY. I live in Boston and had to go to a dealer 50 miles away to find an Elantra with a manual transmission! Transmission quality overall is pretty good. Based on my experience thus far with this car I would probably not buy another Hyundai.
Great MPG
zippie2, 04/26/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Mine has a little over 14000 miles on it. I drove this car at the posted speed of 55 and got 52.5 mpg, so I can't complain my Jeep only got 16 on the road, so this was really a great improvement.
Questionable MPG
txn, 06/03/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We got this car a week ago solely based on the 29-40 MPG. So far we have gotten 27 during on the first tank. I hope it improves. The car appears to be made well and the quality of the interior is impressive. I just hope the mileage gets into the advertised range. Anyone here fall short of the low end of the range and try to deal witht he dealer on it?
I love this car!!!
carvedscissors, 05/04/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
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I was considering several vehicles (The Chevy Volt, Toyota Prius, and the Hyundai Elantra) when I decided to go for the new Hyundai Elantra. It looks and feels like a luxury vehicle, without the price tag. It is roomy and fun to drive. =)
WHITE PEARL ELANTRA-PAINT ISSUES ON PLASTIC SURFACES
mary151, 06/05/2013
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
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I own a 2011 white pearl Elantra. The paint of the front bumper is a different shade of white than the side panels. Positively more yellow and less pearly. The dealer and Hyundai Motor representatives acknowledge the problem (fading) but states that my issue is, I quote: "consistent amongst all similar vehicles". In plain English :"we are aware of the problem but since nobody complains you'd better live with it". It is absolutely abnormal to observe this situation on a less than 2 years old car and the problem seems to get worst overtime...same problem started on door handles and rear bumper
Weak in some areas
trafficjam, 06/26/2012
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
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I no longer care about the mileage. At first it was great, 40 on the freeway 31 in town but after 22,000 miles it has fallen off. The major problem with this car is its horrible rear suspension. I cut someone off on the freeway, not because I wanted to but because i hit a bump and was thrown into the next lane.Can't wait to get rid of it.
Hyundai 2011
vickie pavlovich, 01/02/2018
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
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Its a classy car. Mechanics like it overall. Great on road trips and around town. Lots of room for passengers and cargo. Great gas mileage.
- Safety
- Technology
- Performance
- Interior
- Comfort
- Reliability
- Value
LOVE this sedan. Have only a few dislikes
cooperlr, 07/15/2013
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
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I love this vehicle. I am leasing this vehicle and would love to own it. Thinking of purchasing it or even rolling my new lease to another, newer Elantra. Overall, this car is excellent and has been very reliable. Hyundai has stood by their advertisements with the fuel-efficiency even though they give me a check for every five thousand miles due to a suit pressed against them for failed fuel-efficiency. I live in the city and drive highways daily. I get 38-40.5 MPG Highway and/ or 30-35 MPG City. I drive 60 miles give or take a day.
Great car for the price!
rtz, 06/02/2011
2011 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
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Love the looks inside and out. Ride can be rough and road and engine noise loud. Options installed are fantastic! Bluetooth & ipod hook up. I've had 3 tanks of gas so far (E10 in NY) and I am getting 31mpg with 15% city and 85% highway. Its rated fpr 29 city/40 highway. I'm barley getting over city rating with large percentage HW driving.Was hoping for 35mpg combined. Hopefully it will increase over time.