Reviewed by Dawn Armstrong
Just bought this car yesterday after test driving many other cars. IE:Civic Fit, Suzukis’, Sebring. Traded my 2005 Tuscon. Needed a car with much better gas mileage. Since I am now driving 58 miles one way to my job. Went with a Hyundai because of there great warranty. I think many people under rate Hyundai’s. I truely love mine.
Favorite Features
Blue lights, satellite radio, comfortable seats, traction control, antilock brakes.
Suggested Improvements
Standard sun roofs, remote start.
Reviewed by Drew Miller
I am incredibly happy with my purchase. I had test driven the ‘09 Corolla, Dodge Caliber, Mitsubishi Lancer, Kia Spectra, etc. The only car that I liked more was the ‘09 Corolla (the ‘08 is horrendous to me) as it handled better and was a more comfortable ride. However, the Elantra offers many of the exact same features and includes a warranty that on the Corolla you have to purchase in addition to your vehicle to even come close. The Elantra does lack power on uphill climbs, but it cruises everywhere else. I’m getting about 33-35mpg mainly highway, about 28-29 city since buying it (have filled up twice). After the special financing, bought the car for $10K LESS than the Corolla!
Favorite Features
XM Radio, Easy Cruise Control, Tons of Interior Space, Comfortable ride, Great Gas Mileage, Good standard sound system, good trunk space. Got it OTD for $1K less than what Edmunds says is invoice. Great, great deal on an awesome car.
Suggested Improvements
Make audio controls standard. Offer Bluetooth package on the GLS. Word to those reading: Do not buy a Corolla before at least considering saving yourself the money in a comparable vehicle with all the features.
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June 11th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
Is the 2008 Hyundai Elantra a good car to buy?
I am a nanny and i need t carry at 2 car seats in my car I currently have a 2007 accent which i want to sell. I cannot afford much. Do you think that an Elantra is good for me?
June 11th, 2008 at 10:41 pm
Yes, the Elantra is a good buy but as Andy T said a 4 cly Sonata is even better. A base Elantra would be cheaper if you are willing to drive without some options.
Good advice by beavanjb as well.
Sun Yao Lin/Sunumo/Sunny - do you “cut and paste” the same verbal garbage for every Hyundai question? Are you trying to reach troll level #5 or something? Leave the auto questions to real car people.
Oh, BTW thanks for proving my point that ALL CARS have problems http://www.complaintsboard.com/complaint
Were you so narrow minded to think that the only complaints on this site would be from Hyundai owners! LOL LOL! Thanks for the info. Wow……..Who would’ve thought Honda’s and Toyota’s had problems! Seriously man, If you don’t know what your talking about don’t say anything.
June 11th, 2008 at 10:42 pm
2007 Nissan Versa or 2008 Hyundai Elantra??
I currently own a 2007 Nissan Versa with 33,000 miles. I drive this car to the extreme! Between 3,000 - 5,000 a month.. I am looking to trade it in since it is a base model and I owe alot more than its worth. Hyundai dealer has offered me a great deal on a loaded 2008 Elantra $2,000 lower than the wholesale price and to pay me 12,000 for my car! Does anyone know if the Hyundai is a piece of crap? I have heard lots of bad things about them in the past!!
June 11th, 2008 at 10:43 pm
The Hyundai Elantra is a great car that just tied the Honda Civic and beat the Toyota Corolla in the most recent independent testing done by Consumer Reports.
However, something about what you are saying doesn’t add up.
You should never trade in a car when you owe more than it is worth. They will roll the difference into your new loan.
Since the Elantra depreciates quickly, you will be even more in the hole if you decide to do this.