Used 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan Review
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151,000 miles. Still pleased with car.
Bradley Wood, Jewett City, CT, 02/05/2016
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
I've seen that some people have gotten lemons, but most buyers are satisfied. I drive over 90 miles a day very aggressively. Appreciate the gas mileage rebate, but the way I drive I wouldn't ever expect anything near 40 mpg.. The interior is noisy and lacks a cushion-like feel, but the sound system with nav. is great. At 70 thousand I needed new tires, wipers and brakes. I exceeded … recommendations and had to buy rotors, but that was my fault. I change the oil about every 4500 miles because all my miles are on the highway. No mechanical issues that I can fairly complain about. Had the dealer replace the serpentine belt at 75 thousand just to be safe.
Update- 96,000 miles. I did as recommended and allowed Hyundai dealer service dept. to change engine coolant and transmission fluid at 85,000 miles. Got slammed with a bill for 550 bucks! Feel like that was excessive. Still, no repairs have been required - not even a bad light bulb.
Update- 104,000 miles. Had a taillight bulb burn out. Had brake pads checked for wear. I don't want to buy rotors again, like I did at 70,000 due to my neglect. Pads are still good. Had to get all the tire pressure sensors replaced - two recently. These are fifty bucks apiece plus labor. I don't appreciate having to spend so much for what I think is unnecessary technology. I can tell by looking if a tire is soft. I think this is a widespread inconvenience not unique to this make and model car. I will need new tires again, in the next 5 or 10 thousand miles.
Update: 134,000 miles. Have had to replace battery, another brake rotor and all brake pads. One ignition coil pack. A bunch of light bulbs and long piece of brake line. The ice melt chemical the state puts on the roads in the winter rotted out the brake rotors and the brake line. I was able to replace most of these items myself, so the expense wasn't too bad. Still running great! Update: 144,000 plus a few more. Bought new tires right after last review. Having trouble connecting cell phone. My phone is getting old, so maybe a software update disabled my connection. Will check the web about this. No other difficulties at this time. Update: 151,000 miles - Phone connection works most of the time, now. Otherwise, car as a whole working great. Two oil changes performed since 144 thousand.
Can NOT reccomend this car
veevolt, 03/20/2013
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
I hope a ton of people read Edmunds reviews and will not be lured in by Hynundais pleasing designs and high option content. I see there are others here that are dissapointed! I had TWO 2012 Elantras, the first one bought back due a intermitent "no start" problem that the dealership cound not fix. We had car #1 for about 3 months. Car #2 has suffered from several stall outs, this happens … in the City, or on the Highway. My bluetooth has never worked right, cruise control worked when it wanted to, had a clunk in the front suspension from 8k miles, the engine developed a nasty ticking sound at idle, and of course the fuel mileage, I've seen best 28 mpg while drafting a semi in Montana. avg is 25
Nice Car.. Could use some improvments
lorisue02, Mc Lean, VA, 08/20/2012
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
I bought this car in April new and now almost have 17,000 miles on it. I drive a lot and for the most part I love the car. Recently the steering wheel started to peal in a certain spot and the dealership installed a new one with no questions. The backseat has heated seats but when you put on air/heat there are no vents in the back which makes it uncomfortable if you have people in the … back since it has to be too hot/ cold in the front so it blows to the back.. The cruise control is really sensitive if I hit a little bump on the highway it flips it right off (which might just be a safety precaution).
2012 Elantra Limited - Fantastic Value
mrbill1950, Lawrenceville, GA, 10/02/2011
2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
Traded in my 2006 Caddy STS (the money pit) last Friday for a 2012 Elantra Limited with all the bells and whistles.
Things I love: push button start; nav system; great radio with XM, backup camera, etc.
All the things that made the Caddy special are here in the Elantra.
What's missing - climate control AC, power seats.
I can live without both.
The one thing that bothers me - when I … opened the trunk and lifted the floor I found NO SPARE TIRE - just a compressor and a bottle of tire sealant.
This I'm not happy about.
The car drives well, and I don't think that there's anymore road noise than in the Caddy.
Nice peppy engine, great brakes, but rather numb steering.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Limited Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Outstanding fuel economy on all models
- Pro:lots of features for the money
- Pro:comfortable and well-built cabin
- Pro:large trunk
- Pro:long warranty coverage
- Pro:distinctive styling.
- Con:Limited rear headroom
- Con:not as sporty as some rivals.
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