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utahandjazz, 12/01/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is an update from a review i wrote 6 months ago. We now have 12000 miles on our elantra and gas milage has only improved about 1 mpg...from 22/32 to 23/33. VERY DISAPPOINTED! We took into dealer to try to improve milage and they couldnt find anything wrong. The milage indicator also does not tell the truth for the milage. When i check it with actual miles per tank and divide the gallons put in, it is about 2 mpg off. This car is horrible on ice...not sure if it is the car or the tires they put on it in the factory, but dealership said they are all-season? We dont feel safe with the kids in this car when the weather is bad. NOT HAPPY FOR THE MONEY SPENT!
Have owned this car for 1 year...My opinion
brittanyb00, 04/23/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Overall, I am very pleased with this car. Just a quick breakdown: -Road noise is loud but not bad (to me at least) -I have gotten 28/38 MPG, after subtracting 2 from the reading it gives. I have changed my driving habits tremendously. -Owners now receive an MPG reimbursement card. After 11,000 miles, I was given $46 and can continue to get reimbursed when I visit the dealership.
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I Can't Complain
lclark3, 05/14/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2012 Elantra Feb. 2013 as a birthday gift to myself. I must say I have no complaints other than the car not coming with a spare tire (that is just lame and cheap), what am i supposed to do with a air pump?! And the steering quality on rough or damaged roads (can't have it all). Also I just received a recall notice because of the side airbags, but I am happy that the company was able to communicate this safety error.
12,000 Miles and Happy
zunni, 01/23/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I purchased the '2012' model back in the summer of 2011 - this has led to some confusions in reviews. This is really a great car - for its design intentions -- I purchased it due to my 120 mile per day commute - all highway - it has been reliable, and the gas mileage claims have been very accurate. I love the look of the car, its handling and it's fairly peppy for a small car. My major gripes - the car is extremely light and does not do well in any cross winds - it becomes jittery. The front and rear body work is on the cheap side - all light polymers... In snow it is terrible - I just purchased a set of snow tires and this fixed the problem
Bluetooth doesn't work. MPG is not very good.
kgibson0, 09/03/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have the 2012 preferred package. Drove 5 hours to get one with the blue tooth on the steering wheel. It works less than 50% of the time. If I can get it to connect a make a call, the very next minute a call coming in won't go through the bluetooth. When I get out of the car, it won't disconnect and I can't answer my phone. Even if I am far away from the car, it won't disconnect. It won't work for days and then suddenly a call will come in on the bluetooth. I got it for safety and it turns out it is just the opposite. I had a 2008 Elantra that I sold. I always got 33 MPG mixed hwy and city and not much more on the highway. I usually drive fast. But this Elantra is much lower.
Great Econo Transportation AND FUN to drive!
fl_lead_foot, 10/25/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I'm replacing an '06 Jeep Grand Cherokee, which we loved except for the 20K miles per year at an average of 18MPG! When I first saw the new Hyundai Sonata & Elantra "twins" I was near a MB dealer and knew what the "new" 580s looked like. I saw a Sonata and thought, gee, I've not read that MB brought back the 190, then I saw the H badge. I've never owned a Hyundai (and have to think about spelling it), BUT when I saw their new styling and read the rave reviews, I thought, self, the Jeep must go! Granted, this is NOT my driver, it is my wife's daily driver ... BUT ... I DO commandeer it on the weekends! Gas mileage is great, ride is great, driving experience is great ... car is great!
Looks decent, mechanically poor
Phil W., 08/02/2020
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Decent looking. Acceleration non-existent. Suspension very below average. Handling also very below average. Went from driving a Lexus IS350 to the Hyundai Elantra. Extremely disappointing all the way around. Bought a week ago from dealership. The more I drive it the more I regret buying it. Acceleration of a Prius without near the fuel efficiency. On the "Pros" of the vehicle- very good air conditioning. Other than that, nothing good to say about it.
Got the lemon!!
brittany, 11/04/2015
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
absolutly hate this car! Good gas mileage and good in the snow but other then that horrible engine drone. Transmission has had a problem since day one that the dealer will do nothing with! Most uncomfortable driver seat and rider seat. Love the size of the trunk and heated front and back seats. Have yet to recommend this car to anyone.
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Nice styling and yes you can get the advertised MPGs
acaneb1164, 06/30/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
26 of 40 people found this review helpful
I have the GLS with Preferred package (auto trans, a/c, bluetooth, steering wheel controls, etc.). I chose the Elantra after also driving the Cruze, Focus and Mazda 3. I have 1,200 miles on it. Regarding mileage: I see some with the 2011 model (same vehicle) saying they don't get the stated 29/40 mileage. I would guess that they didn't follow the break in period instructions in the manual - for the first 500 miles drive at a variety of RPMs between 2-4,000 RPM as much as you can. If you have the auto transmission you can do this with the shiftronic mode. After break in, I can get over 42 mpg at 75 mph with the a/c on. The 29 mpg in city is tougher but can be done.
2012 Elantra dead engine at 53,000 miles
Lisa Schmitter, 04/20/2018
updated 10/26/2018
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
April 13, 2018 I start my car to a loud knocking noise. I towed the car to Burns Hyundai in Marlton. After review I am told that the wrist pin and rod bearing failed and thus failure of engine. I am the original owner and after numerous days Burns Hyundai has received approval under warranty from Hyundai to replace Engine Block. Burns Hyundai and Hyundai are refusing to cover full car rental costs for the 2 months it is going to take Hyundai to replace the engine. Parts should never had failed. This is a major defect causing failure of the engine and thus a non-functioning vehicle at only 53,000 miles. Now on top of it I have no vehicle which is absolutely unacceptable. I should be provided a FULLY PAID RENTAL VEHICLE BY EITHER THE DEALER OR HYUNDAI. Update: It took 4 months to get my car back with replacement short block.
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First Hyundai, very pleased
thebagel42, 08/01/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I don't usually write reviews, but after seeing all the reviews reporting poor gas mileage I felt like I had to say something. I've got about 10K miles on my 2012 elantra. Just about a month ago I drove from Cleveland to Ann Arbor (~180 miles) and I averaged 41 mpg. That's with speeds between 65-75 mph. When I first got the car I could get 29-30 in a city. However, I've recently found it more fun to drive this stick shift car in a less-than-optimal way. I now average about 26-27 in the city but get to enjoy the car a little more. So getting at or above the estimated mpg is very possible. In addition, there is plenty of room in the interior of the car.
Great Value
whatitis101, 08/23/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
Just got a 2012 Elantra limited, and this is a great value. I am 6.5 and my wife 5.10 and we have plenty of room, and can also put 2 adults in the back. I looked at all the cars in this size and mileage range, and for the comfort and style we chose the Elantra. So far the only thing I don't care for is the road noise and I would like to see at least an 18 gal fuel tank in it. For what I paid, gas mileage, the great warranty, and good looks, its was a good buy. We keep cars until nothing is left, so lets see how it holds up after 15 years.
Fun, comfortable,well-equipped;seems like good value
f800, 11/20/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
I never gave Hyundai a second look - I made jokes about the brand and assumed it was junk that wouldn't be worth throwing away after a couple of years. When I got a new job that required a lengthy commute, I needed an econo-box that I could wear out and that wouldn't take too much maintenance and fuel. I saw the Elantra mentioned in Edmunds'recommendations and gave it a bit of a look on the web just to feel like I was doing 'due diligence'. Three days of research, and I was driving a 2012 Elentra on my commute. The list of standard equipment in this car is remarkable. The dealer earned my business. It's comfortable and the warranty impressed me. I enjoy my car.
Worst Car EVER! - maybe not?
amanda877, 04/09/2015
updated 10/21/2021
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I hate this car....nothing but problems. I've had the short block in the engine replaced, battery multiple times, starter replaced...the list keeps on going. Unreliable. Wish I would've known about the issues before...I would've gone with something more reliable. Update: After having all these issues fixed, *knock on wood* the car is FINALLY running smoothly. My warranty is finished so I don't have to deal with the stupid dealership anymore. This model does have ALOT of problems but by the time the warranty runs out, all problems should (hopefully) be fixed. I am hoping to own this car for another 5 years (fingers crossed). Just gotta get through the BS. I still don't know if I would ever buy another Hyundai again.... Update Oct 2018: Well, the car is still running without an issue. I am now at 137,000KM. Hoping to make it to 200k before having to give it up! Update Oct 2020: Well I’m pleased to say that I still own this car. I’m up to 176,000km on it and it’s still running smooth. The heated seats in the front don’t work anymore but that’s not a big deal. Longevity for this car is great as long as it’s taken care of. I guess it’s really not the worst car ever anymore? Update: Oct 2021- car crapped out March of 2021 so I let it go to a scrap yard. Onto bigger and better things!
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Follow up on my 2012 Elantra Limited
rt129, 12/30/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I wrote a year ago about my gas mileage being poor. This winter is colder than last in PA, so based on cold winters with my '08 I am more disappointed. My '12 is averaging 21.5 / 23.5 per gallon. My '08 Elantra SE averaged 25 / 26.5 per gallon in the cold PA winters. Warmer weather my '12 gets 28.5 / 30 per gallon where as my '08 averaged 30 / 31 per gallon (Same driving approx 65% highway / 35% city). On long trips, the '08 would average 36 where as my '12 managed 34. This is my 4th Elantra and by far the worst for fuel economy. When it comes time to purchase a new car, I may have to look elsewhere (Love the car but disappointed by Hyundai and the way they are handling this situation).
Engine replaced at 4YO 35K Miles
Jennifer, 01/24/2016
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Was very excited to have the heated seats and ipod cable for my first car, when I was 25 yrs old female. It has been downhill ever since. Noticeably different handling and seat comfort after 3 years and new tires didn't really help. Most maintenance has been covered by warranty, but this does not seem realistic for Chicago road/highway driving: replaced rear shock absorber after 2 years, cleaned fuel injectors ($200 out of pocket) due to some additive required for this elantra engine (?), and now engine replaced after 4 years (only 35K miles!). Happy that Hyundai is replacing the engine (currently in-progress, so not sure if just the short engine, or full engine with header) however had to wait a week for dealership to confirm the issue (was inconsistent grinding on start/shaking at idle approx. 10% of the time over the last 6 mos). Having a rental car in the city of Chicago for that long - worried about damaging the rental car with street parking in the middle of winter. Will be another 1-2weeks for engine to ship from LA by truck, and then install. Dealership has been great, we both win with this finding, however would have loved to avoid altogether in the first place. The hassle and nuisance are not worth the additional skin-deep features. Also there is still not an ipod cable compatible with Lightning. The Apple lightning cable has been out for years now, and Hyundai still sees no reason to manufacture usb > lightning so I can charge and listen to music through the console electronic system. Maybe should have purchased a sonata - for better build? Now looking to avoid Hyundai completely and will offload this car around 5 years 40K mi, too worried about future problems not worth it impacting my commute.
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Treadlightly
Treadlightly, 06/01/2016
updated 07/19/2017
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
The 2012 Elantra will eat up your rear tires. I purchased the car new, and by 20,000 miles the original rear tires were worn out. I thought it was a tire problem, but have come to discover it is a car problem. Replaced the original tires with new Coopers and 23 months and 16,000 miles later and the back tires have ended their life. Front tires look like new. Just spend an hour talking with HYundai customer service who were "shocked" at this discovery. What a bunch of baloney. Of course they tell me it is the fault of the tire. I purchased the tires at Farm and Fleet and they agree it is a car design problem and not a tire defect. Something about no adjustment on the real wheels which are set to a fixed -1.50 camber. Thus the inside of the tire will wear out quicker than it takes Hyundai "goodwill" services to manufacture an excuse. My advise, tread lightly when purchasing a Hyundai.
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Best car for the money anywhere
signfixer, 11/18/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
My wife & I recently bought a 2012 Elantra Limited with the Technology Package & pretty much everything else they offer. I've never driven anything that has turned so many heads as this car. In parking lots, people look at it & they want to know how I like it when I touch the handle to open the door. Everything works well and the touch screen is easier to use than in my son's BMW. The car actually has been delivering the mileage it promises and we've been averaging 32 to 36 mpg on combined city/highway trips. It may not be as fast as it looks but it's got plenty of guts for us and we've already been way over the speed limit on interstates at half pedal. Maybe next year a turbo version!
The worst!
Sam, 06/15/2020
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
We have a 2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS and since day 3 it has been nothing but problems. On the third day of owning it the cluster went and needed to be replaced, since then we have had the classic intermittent "no start" problem that the dealership could not fix. We have tried everything, we got 2 inspection (one from the dealer and one from another company) and both came back saying they could not find anything related to why the car would randomly not start. We changed everything the inspections have said and continue to get routine oil changes, filter changes and keep the car maintained, however in the year and a bit we have had it the car has not started easily over 50 times. Sometimes it will start the next try and sometimes it’s 2 days later it randomly starts again. We have had it hooked up to 3 different diagnostic machines and nothing comes up on the code reader. This car is garbage and prevents us from being able to reliably go out as we don’t want to be stuck some where continually paying for tow trucks. I would never recommend this model to anyone and I hope everyone sees this. We have put thousands of dollars into it and will never be able to get anything good for it because it randomly won’t start! Which is a shame cause the car interior of the car itself and exterior is clean.
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Looks Aren't Everything
creeves1, 07/06/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I would like to preference this by saying I Never write reviews on anything, so this is a Huge deal to me. Let's see where can I start....Okay so I just purchased a 2012 Hyundai Elantra which I had so desperately wanted since the new body changed in 2011. Let me just be honest here I don't have any Major complaints, but my only issue is the noise level when I am driving. At first it start off on rough roads with potholes, now it seems like the noise and sound when I drive is just becoming louder and louder and it is driving me crazy. It's not a sound coming from the car itself just the noise I can hear when I am driving on rough and smooth roads.
So Far I Love This Car!!!
gendam, 07/15/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
We just purchased a 2012 Elantra GLS with pref pkg. I down sized from my favorite vehicle, which was a Chevy Traverse, which I loved but needed better fuel mileage. I love the way this car drives and the seats are extremely comfortable. My 6'0 husband can sit in the back with no problem at all. My only complaint so far are that the headlights are not auto so I have to remind myself to turn them on, I am not use to that. I only have around 300 miles on the car so far and I am averaging 34 mpg with mixed driving. I am very happy with that and hope it stays or gets better.
Excellent Value!
kngschld, 04/26/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned 8 cars so far in my lifetime, and this one is #1. The quality of materials is outstanding for this model type and the performance IS as advertised. I am currently getting exactly 33.1 mpg, and I drive about 50/50 city and highway. If I drive solely Highway, I get 38 mpg. This car also handles very vell. It takes turns more like a sports car than a compact. By the way, I used to drive a Nissan 300 with twin turbo's, so yes, I do know how a sportscar should handle. All-in-all, I say that if you buy this car, I can guarantee that you will get the best value for your buck. Enjoy, and happy driving!
Almost to 100K and problems have started
ldfranklin, 03/11/2015
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love my car. I have had it for 3 years and never had any issues. Gas milage is awesome and I get money reimbursed to me every time I take it in for an oil change - win win for me. BUT around 87,000 the car started to stall on me when I stopped. Check engine light came on so I took it to my mechanic. He said when hooked up to a computer it says "needs new engine". So I get it towed to Hyundai. They replace an oil senor valve (covered under extended warranty) and it ran fine for about 1500 miles. Then it started to stall again. I took it back immediately and now it is giving 2 codes and one of them is replace the engine. Now I am getting "I am not sure if Hyundai will cover this"!
Best New Car
kwheels, 08/09/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought this car for my wife and we've been very pleased. We've driven over 23,000 miles on our 2012 Elantra Limited are averaging a consistent 37mpg during routine weekly driving in Eco mode. When it was new and with Eco mode turned off the worst tank average was 29mpg. Since the 10,000 mile mark the worst we've seen is 31-34mpg while driving around Atlanta traffic. When driving on the highway the first tank full averages 39mpg, and every tank afterwards averages 45-47mpg. We travel with 2-3 passengers and about 100lbs of luggage.
Great Commuter
cachec1883, 01/20/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 52 people found this review helpful
Overall, this is a great car to own. Purchase price was below other vehicles ($18,100), the warranty is the best in the industry, and maintenance costs should be low. Hyundai uses a timing chain rather than a belt, so there will be no replacement needed every 60k miles like a Honda. Hyundai also has a sealed transmission that will never need to be flushed or have fluid replaced. The owner's manual also recommends changing the oil only every 7,500 miles under normal driving. Fuel efficiency has ranged from 37-39 mpg at freeway speeds in good weather, and 33-37 mpg in cold weather.
Frustrated w/ 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited
withpaul, 10/28/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
We bought the car in September 2011 (2012). The car is light blue, fun to drive as long as it's working. Rear view camera quite often doesn't work when in reverse. Rear back panel under the windshield became sticky jelly so it was replaced but the shop messed up the glass under the tail light. The rear seat began to fail taking another 4 hours to replace. The steering wheel began to peel - within 6 months became a mess so it was replaced. Navigation system with voice as you all know is junk. Satellite Radio is ok. Bluetooth doesn't always work. There's a tapping sound from the engine on start up and when freeway driving on cold days. Leaking oil from oil pan seal when only shop serviced.
2012 Elantra " Diesel" engine
maleoskop, 01/10/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 26 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2012 GLS on 12/20/2012. After two days I thought it was a diesel as it "rattled" that much. Took it to the dealer and they found metal shavings in the oil of my car with 26 miles on the clock.They replaced it for a 2012 Limited and this one has a worse grinding "diesel" like sound. I drove a Jetta TDI which is half as quiet as my Elantra. This is not just at startup, but when you accelerate. Am I crazy or is this just how the motor sounds? My friends 2012 doesn`t sound half as bad.
Overall a Great Value for the Money
daveinnm1, 12/02/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 21 people found this review helpful
I purchased the 2012 Elantra GLS about 3 months ago and so far the car has been great. My main reason for buying this car was to save in gas as I routinely drive a 100-mile one-way trip for business. I know many have complained about the gas mileage. If you're gauging use based on the on-board computer readings, it's not always an accurate indicator, particularly if you get caught in a lot of traffic. Driving alone I average 43 mpg on the hi-way driving just over 70 mph. Obviously in town it's much lower, but it exceeds my needs. I really did like the Focus, but to get all of the options I got with the Hyundai, I would have paid another $6K and it just wasn't worth the extra money
Wouldn't Recommend this Car
dwrbebop, 07/12/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I am sitting in the dealership service department waiting for them to Fix a coolant leak, the A/C, and try to figure out why it blows an astronomical amount of smoke when I accelerate to pass another vehicle. This is a $21,000 brand new automobile and there is no reason for me to have this kind of trouble this soon after purchasing. As many of the other post stated as soon as Hyundai get your money they don't want anything else to do with you. Actually called Hyundai Motor Company to get explanation as to why I was having this trouble this early in my purchase. I was told that they have no explanation and was very rude. I will not be buying another Hyundai any time soon.
UpDate on the MPG's
gofor40mpg, 02/29/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have hit the 31.4 MPG's again. I have gone 323.9 miles, using 10.3 Gallons. I have also done more city driving in the last half tank. I have now 1274 miles on the Elantra. Now on this tank I will not use the ECO. I will see what difference it will make on the MPG's. So at this point, have not improved on the MPG's, But I am very pleased that i am getting better than 30 MPG's. You should know, that I live in Albuquerque New Mexico. If anybody Knows the terrain, Abq is not flat by any means, and is 5000 Feet above see level at the lowest point. So driving around, its up and down constantly. Traffic can be bad, but not as bad as most larger cities, Next will be a road trip. Will update.
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mrmcgoo1, 10/18/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
vehicle is excellent. the problem is the dlr. capitol hyundai-columbia,s.c.. poor attitude,not interested in help customer. the problem is in the managment of the dlr ship. not qualified.
Great value
chapelthrill23, 11/01/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is an excellent car for the money and shows just how far the economy game has advanced. It is not a sporty car to drive nor is it a smooth luxury ride but it does exactly what it is meant to do and that is to be an excellent commuter car. It is spacious, comfortable, cheap to buy, has features like XM and heated seats that are wonderful on the commute, and gets solid gas mileage. The interior and exterior styling are excellent. Reliability is something that is still tough to determine. Through 25,000 miles it has been good mechanically but there was an issue with a sunroof leak. Overall it has been a good choice and made a lot more sense than spending more on a Civic that had less stuff
Great Value
jesse_tn, 02/27/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car is a great value just loaded with features and feels like a class above what it is. I've had only for a week but I have found it to be smooth, responsive, quiet and really great gas mileage. It has very good transmission. I love the way the car looks inside and out especially the instrumentation at night. I looked at many different cars and I simply could not come close to what this car offered at such a great price. Outward rear visibility could be a bit better but seems fine overall.
2012 Elantra not dependable at 91000 miles
Jlc, 03/17/2022
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
2012 Elantra has had these replacements by a Hyundai dealer in the last 5 months: 2 alternators, the ac compressor, and an ECM. Very expensive repairs on a non-reliable vehicle. One owner, well maintained.
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So far, so good.
topperman, 02/17/2014
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this Elantra over 2 years ago and have about 47k miles on it now. I have not experienced any of the mechanical or noise problems described in other reviews. The original tires were bad (noisy) and I replaced them after 40K. As far as gas mileage, I have found that there is a huge discrepancy in mileage depending on many factors: speed, outside temperature, wind, vehicle load. and terrain. I have found that headwinds or sidewinds will affect mpg up to 5 or 6. I probably average 35 mpg hwy and 28-30 city. Under optimum conditions I have consistently achieved 36-38 hwy. Would I buy another Hyundai? Maybe. Next time I'll go into something a little bigger. I am over 6'.
Best value for the buck
anwarma, 06/09/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I get 38 mpg easily on highway but if you drive like maniac with aggresive driving style with frequent rapid acceleration then don't expect high fuel economy. I easily 32 in the city but then my commute to work is very small and most of the time car sits on Metra train parking lot.I do have one disappointment, the leather on the steering wheel is coming off and I have made a claim but looks like Hyundai is still working on a permanent solution and has told me that I will be contacted once the new steering wheel is shipped to the dealer for installation. Otherwise a superb car for the price. Kudos to Hyundai for learning from their mistakes to build a amazing machine.
I LOVE IT!
farrahmize, 01/27/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have to say, this is the most impressive car and I am so glad that I bought it. Orginally I wanted the Sonata (which is also nice) but felt to big after test driving it. The salesman introduced this vehicle to me and I was hooked. It's much roomer in the inside than what it looks like and the design is very sleek. I fill up at $35 and get about 33 miles to a gallon believe it or not. It's stylish, easy to drive, and is perfect for city parking!
It's a real fuel economy vehicle
Salvador, 06/01/2019
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
If your looking for a reliable and dependable car Hyundai elantra is the best car. If your looking to Save money on gas this car has it, and it runs smooth.
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2012 elantra
gts4, 01/30/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
traded our 2010 elantra se for the 2012 gls its more comfortable than the 2010 gas mileage is alittle bit better car handles well but suspension is cheap on this car we have 7500 miles on the car and I belive the rear shocks are gone it sounds like the back wheels are falling off we sent it back to the dealer they said everything looks good its going back a third time it has the old time strait rear axle that went out in the 80's biege seats stain easy car has some blind spots front pilars and rear hard to see when pullig out in traffic backing can be bad also gas mileage is between 24 - 32 sometimes if the wind is blowing in the right direction you might get 36 on the highway not much power
I WILL NEVER OWN ANOTHER HYUNDAI!
mchunter, 01/08/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
We are very disappointed in this car. 17,000 miles in, the car developed a blown headgasket. Service manager said bolts were loose from the factory. Hyundai area rep. tried to blame this on us, saying we had let the car overheat, although the car had never got hot. Why would a new car overheat anyway? While being fixed, dealer found timing chain tensioner was loose also. Kept smelling antifreeze later and dealer found hoses with pinholes. 35,000 miles now and car is making a popping noise in the front end and our mileage has dropped from averaging 35mpg to 29mpg. We bought this car, because of mileage and Hyundai quality supposedly being better now, but it is the last one we will ever own!
Great car for the money
waxahachiejoe, 12/09/2014
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I am a leasing agent for a leasing company and get to drive every kind of car out there. I recently leased a used Elantra a client of mine traded in. This is no Mercedes, but it's the nicest car I've driven for the money. The styling is great, has lots of power for a small 4cyl car, and gets great gas mileage. I regularly average 33 overall. I have to seriously abuse this car to get under 30 mpg. The handling is so-so and it tends to dart from one side of the road to the other if I'm trying to eat and drive with my knees.
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gchildeb, 05/16/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
This car does not live up to the 29/40 mpg it says it is ssuppose to get. The trip meter will consistently indicate mpg about 4 to 5 more than what you are really getting. You watch the trip meter and think great, I am getting 40 mpg. Then you fill up and find out you really only got 35 mpg. Don't get me wrong it is still good but should be easily correctable. Advertised mpg on the window sticker are verified by the government. Somebody is wrong. Aside from that the car is awesome. I quit riding Yamaha motorcycles because the speedometers were always off by about 4 miles per hour. This is not new technology.
Best Value for the Money !!!
psills, 11/20/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS PZEV 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 17 people found this review helpful
My 2011 Elantra LTD with the Tech Package (nav, camera, etc) is a delight to drive and to own. Here's a tip for those looking to buy one. Hyundai does NOT offer financing terms similar to other manufacturers. Most will give 36months a 0% and up to 60 at 1.9%. Hundai is a lot higher. Well I bought my car the other day--- and guess what-- I got 1.9% for 72 MONTHS. No prepayment penatly. The trick is to have a credit score over 700. The dealer would rather have you finance directly through Hyundai, but, they'd rather sell a car. Now, add that to the best warrenty in the business, the incredible write-ups, and the fact that this car holds value so well !!! A WINNER
Motor Blew
shelly47, 08/15/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2012 Elantra September 2012, it only had 25,000km. I purchased it in Orangeville, Ontario, The customer service was great when I was on their lot. After purchasing my Elantra, the customer service plummeted, I was no longer worth the time of day to them. 3 months after buying the car it started ticking, Iam thinking no way I bought this car thinking I would have no problems so early. After 4 months of back and forth to hyundai dealerships, they told me my motor was going. I was appaulled, this is a brand new car, they treated me like crap, I wanted to give the car back, compensation $100 gas card & 1yr free roadside assistance. DONT BUY FROM HYUNDAI
Still a great car
cf4e, 08/30/2013
updated 08/30/2016
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 2012 Elantra for about 3 1/2 years. I have just over 51,000 miles on it. I bought this car mainly for it's looks and gas mileage. It doesn't disappoint in either category. I have averaged 32.5 mpg between city and hwy driving, but I'm also an enthusiastic driver. I have found the econo mode makes about a 2 mpg difference when it's turned off. I have achieved 40 mpg on the highway with econo mode on. This has been a very reliable car.
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New to Hyundai
Rick L., 06/26/2018
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great car, will buy again! A lot of features for the money, comfortable. Spacious, fuel economy, and reliability has been key points to owning the car.
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This car is a beast
Geoff, 01/12/2020
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car (manual transmission!) in November of 2011 and don't think I could have made a better choice. Bought in Cincinnati and immediately put a towing package on it and pulled a loaded 4'x8' covered trailer down to Houston, where I worked. That job lasted 9 months, then I did the same thing back to Cincy. More than once I went about 20k before changing oil. Have taken it on rough dirt roads many times in the Red River Gorge, UP of Michigan in the middle of winter, and Appalachian mountains. Think I have changed the air filter 2-3 times (cleaned it a few more). I have pulled 6'x12' trailers loaded HIGH with tree brush and wood to the point where other drivers just laughed at me. I replaced the transmission around 200k miles probably due to the fact I used it like a truck, had the clutch master cylinder replaced, and done more minor repairs myself like rotors, hubs, and spark plugs. I am now at over 230k miles and the check engine light has NEVER come on. This is the Marshawn Lynch of sedans. BEAST MODE
Can't go wrong
Anthony, 05/13/2019
2012 Hyundai Elantra GLS 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Have had car since 2012 bought used 12,384 miles on it. Now have 106k miles with no major repairs other then new tires. Followed maintenance 38 mpg on highway, 31 in town. With mpg rebate each year a bonus. Only thing is highway tire noise.
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Navigation updates are not free
J. Serrano, 02/15/2018
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Extremely disappointed with Hyundai. So when I bought my car and paid cash the salesperson told me the navigation updates were free. Just contact bluelink or bring it back to the dealership and they would do the updates. Up until this point I have loved my car. Trying to get a map update has been a horrible experience and now I am being told that the "free" update that I am supposed to have will now cost me $169 if I do it myself and more if I have the dealership do it for me. Why buy a car with a navigation system if you get jerked around with getting the updates. The car is a 2012 which is a year before bluelink was available in that particular model. My next car will definitely NOT be a Hyundai.
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It's a great car for the money
gofor40mpg, 02/24/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I just baught the Elantra, January 24th. Reading the review's about the MPG's, I have to say that even when I drove this car for the first week, I was getting about <25> MPG. the car had 35 miles on it.. The MPG's have been getting better since the first tank of gas. first tank fill, I got 30 MPG's.MY second fill, I got 31.4 Mpgs. this is driving HWY and City.. The first tank i have gone 274 miles, on 9.9 Gallons. 2nd tank I've gone 308.5 mile on 10.3 gallons, 3rd tank I've gone 336.2 miles on 10.7 gallons.The computer Avg showed 33.1. Actual calculated, is 31.4. by dividing the miles to the gallons filled.. The computer is about 2 MPG's high. I will continue with up dates on the MPG's