Used 2014 Hyundai Elantra Consumer Reviews
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Juliette , 01/14/2022
updated 07/18/2022
2014 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my Elantra brand new in 2014, got extended warranty. Had to replace shock first year , then the vehicle was good up until one week ago January 2022. I heard a ticking in motor took it to my mechanic, who told me to call hyundai to see if still under warranty and if they would do anything for me and answer was no not under warranty so would be at my cost . My engine has only 10600 km on it paid 30000 dollars . The engine is no good and I will not pay hyundai to put new one in to see it go. Hyundai has known for some time that ,small pieces of metal are getting into oil, they refused to help in any way, 30000 dollars they recieved for a vehicle that was no good Hyundai should be ashamed , another large corporation ripping off the little people, I own an older honda now and will NEVER BUY NEW AGAIN AND ESPECIALLY NOT A HYUNDAY
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Definitely glad I sprung for the sport
Jason P, 02/28/2019
2014 Hyundai Elantra Sport 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I’ve now owned my 14 Elantra sport for 4.5 years and have 53,000 miles on it. When I was first shopping around I looked at the limited and couldn’t stand the 1.8l engine. After seeing a few other reviews on here I’m glad I purchased the sport with the much better engine. When not in eco mode I average 30-32mpg combined and still have that oomph when accelerating. The sport tuned steering is incredible and it truly feels like I’m driving a much more expensive sporty car than what I paid for it. The seats and interior are more comfortable than any car I’ve previously owned and while it is small by today’s standards the touch screen display is good. I can’t stand the styling of the latest models. The 2014 had the most aggressive and appealing exterior and interior styling. The only two complaints I have is the cheap sunglasses holder and that since I bought the car, in cold starts it’s a hard first shift from 1st to second gear. After I’m a half mile down the road no problems whatsoever. Dealer said there was nothing wrong with the transmission so I’ve lived with it since. The sunglasses holder has a cheap clip in it that has since been recalled. Even the slightest of bumps opened it. After 3 trips to the dealer they finally replaced the front roof console and the problem has since gone away. Overall, I’m very happy with the car. I paid 21,000 for it and you just can’t get the value here in anything else at that price. I understand if others think differently who bought the 1.8l engine. The drivability and handling are the best parts about the sport.
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Bought another one
Rudy, 01/21/2019
2014 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is our second Elantra. Our daughter was involves in a T-Bone collision in the first. The other vehicle was an SUV, and both were totaled. She walked away without a scratch. I went right out and bought another one.
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POOR gas mileage and dash computer lies
Gregory Williams, 08/12/2017
updated 03/12/2025
2014 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
SEE August 2021 update The car is rated 38 Highway, 28 City and 32 Combined. I didn't expect to get the actual ratings, but I did expect to be closer than 30% lower than posted. My salesman assured me that they were accurate after the preceding model years had a problem with mileage claims. I only average 24-25 mpg with 30% highway mileage. It takes 80% or more highway just to get close to the posted average. After numerous complaints and a road test, highway and rural roads coming back, by the service manager of the dealership, my results were verified. Hyundai still refused to do anything. After complaining to the BBB they finally sent an engineer out to check the car. Despite asking to meet with him and ride along, they did not let me. He took the car "highway only" and achieved 40 mpg which was very good, and used it as an excuse to say there is nothing wrong with the car. They also would not give me the protocol for their city tests. I did take a trip the next week, filled up just before entering the highway and then again as I got back home. I was able to duplicate his 40 mpg with the cruise control set at 65 on a 70 mph limit highway for 200 miles. That is great, but immediately when my suburban driving is included I drop to the 24-25 mpg average. If I drive nothing but local suburban roads for several days, the computer on the dash will often be at 20 mpg or lower. I would have been satisfied if I averaged the city rating, but gas mileage was one of the primary reasons I purchased this car. If actual usage is completely off the target, I feel it is false advertising. I am 66 years old and don't have a lead foot. I live in a suburban area and avoid driving in rush hour when possible. I also use cruise control even when I am only going 4 or 5 miles down the highway. FEB 2018 24,000 miles: Gas mileage remains the same. 40% to 50% highway still results in 24-25mpg. I need to get near 80% highway just to get the CITY rating of 28 mpg and computer still inflates mileage by about 10%. Driving only in suburbs where I live nets about 15-17mpg. After 4 years and 27,000 miles, nothing has changed. I would still like to see their protocol for mileage tests, especially the city rating of 28 mpg. I still average 24-25 mpg with the cars computer consistently showing 2-3 mpg/ 8-12% higher. It is not an estimate as that would require it to be high half the time and low half the time. I have come to believe it is purposely set to show higher than achieved mileage to mislead owners and reduce complaints. I really wonder how many actually calculate their mileage. Two other problems I have repeatedly told the service advisers about is the ticking of the engine when cold since new; and trunk seems to open on it's own. I have even purchased a silicone cover for my key fob which has reduced the problem, but it still occurs. I have also seen other Elantras with open trunks in parking lots and my neighbors Kia twin has had the trunk lid open a couple times. 2019 and coming up on 5th anniversary of purchase. No changes in mileage. Had to replace first set of tires at just 22,000 miles, but there is no mileage warranty on original equipment tires. 2nd set down to about 40% of tread now. Now at over 40,000 with all highway and fuel mileage recorded. Still only average 24-25 mpg. At about 80% highway I can achieve the EPA city rating. AUGUST 2021 UPDATE . . . NO changes in fuel mileage, but after going to a different dealer for service and telling them about the tapping noise, they actually checked it out instead of dismissing it like the original dealer. It was piston slap! Since I had done all the oil changes and they had a record of them, they replaced the engine at no cost!!! I am only on my second tank of gas, but still only getting about 24 MPG with 30-40% highway miles. Car has 48,000 miles on it now. Going to the dealer for oil changes is well worth the extra time and money in this case!! Hyundai finally acknowledged piston slap and replaced my engine at 47,000 miles. Thank God I had my oil changed at the dealership. Still same poor mileage compared to EPA only averaging 25mpg. Still also having problems with trunk opening despite having a cover on my key fob. I think this is a problem with Kia and Hyundai since I have seen trunk lids up on both in parking lots. 9 Mar 2023 Mileage is still the same. overall average of 24-25mpg tank after tank. I also still have problems with the trunk lid opening on it's own. Hyundai finally did hear my knocking noise and replace my engine under warranty though. Thank God I had my oil changes done at the dealership. They can be very picky about having the oil changed regularly. Engine replaced by Hyundai at about 47,000 miles due to knock (piston slap) that I had complained about on my 1st oil change. I went to a different dealer this time and they agreed. Thank God I had all my oil changes done at Hyundai. Sadly, it didn't help the gas mileage. I am still averaging 24.6 mpg in a car that is supposed to average 32 epa. Having spent most of my working life in the car business, I didn't expect 32, but 30% less still seems a bit bad. City is supposed to be 28. If I averaged that I would have been satisfied. My previous car, a 2001 Corolla with 250,000 miles and oil leaking past rings fouling my #1 plug regularly, I was getting 23 mpg. STill have a problem with trunk opening accidentally too, and I have seen a few in parking lots with the same problem. Hyundai and Kia. Silycone boots to cover my fobs have helped a little, but still have deck lid open without intention several times each month. SOLD Car
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owned over 5 years
Uber Driver, 10/15/2019
2014 Hyundai Elantra SE 4dr Sedan (1.8L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought mine new in May2014. After over 5 years i can review it as a Great car. Ended up having to drive Uber after end of 2015. Car paid for itself and all of my bills. Pot holes in New Orleans are not nice. Plenty of clearance . car is agile. I bought the 1.8 liter. Love it. Plenty fast even with 5 people and trunk load of luggage. Great interrior room. Nice sized trunk. Noisy with tires it came with on interstate. Pirelli all seasons quieted road noise down.i change oil every 7,000 miles with mobil 1 synthetic. Use 0w20 for fuel efficiency. 127,000 miles and still performing like new. Have changed back brake pads at 90k. Windshield wipers. Oil & filter. Cabin air filter & k&n air filter. Also headlights & brakelights. Years of 12 hour shifts night driving. This car is tough !
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