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#1
2011 Elantra is WORTH the money
Source: MSN Autos

...Having a hard time getting to that 40 MPG on the highway, more like 35ish . . . I'll still take it since I traded a HEMI V-8 at 17 MPG. Cons: 2011 Elantra does NOT come with ANY kind of spare tire. The salespeople REALLY need to let the customer know this so they won't be surprised on some dark lonely road. Overall: Having a hard time coming up with any negative things about this car. I guess it met or exceeded what I expected. Moved down from a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with a V-8 Hemi so I kinda miss the big SUV ride but DON'T miss the poor MPG...

#2
Nice, except for.....
Source: Cars.com

...Still great MPG's, but a long way off from 40! I probably average about 32 mpg in mixed driving. Its comfortable, has a nice stereo, handles pretty well, but there are a few annoyances. The stereo sounds great, but isn't the most user friendly. The seats are reasonably comfortable, but not great. The engine isnt really powerful, but it gets the job done, although loudly when pushed. One other issue- I get a creaking when I go over bumps that seems to come from the upper frame around the drivers side window. Overall, I love the styling, am disappointed with the mpg's, but I still would...

#3
A great vehical.
Source: MSN Autos

...Pros: MPG is better than expected. Mixed City 20%-Hiway 80% Gives Average 42 mpg.
With a High of 54 mpg Hiway and Low of 38 mpg city.
This is with Driver and one Passenger. Speeds below 55 mph do not appear to improve mileage.
Reducing Tire pressure to 30psi from recommended 32psi improves ride on nations deterioting paved roads.
Handling and drivability are excellent. Standard features are outstanding for the Price.
Value can't be beat. Should continue to hold high resale value. Cons: Whats not to like ? except dealers can't keep them in stock. Overall: Get one as...

#4
Blown away!
Source: Edmunds

...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...

#5
One great value
Source: MSN Autos

...is a bit thinner then the competition Overall: When I bought my first Hyundai I bought it thinking it would be a throw a way car ( like the Yugo was ) after having the car for three years and finding that it held up as well if not better then most of the American junkers that were being produced at that time I traded it for another model Hyundai and now we have owned 4 of that companies vehicles. I have found that the Elantra seems to give the best gas milage, not so with the Tuson. We go South for the winter and have found the dealerships to all be equal in service. Really look for this...

#6
Incredible Value
Source: Cars.com

..."What an amazing value. I shopped Honda, Toyota and Nissan and there was no comparison.
The Hyundai provided the best value for the money spent over all their competition.
As we have driven the vehicle it just gets better.
It is smooth, roomy and has a ton of extras included.
I am continually amazed that neither the US nor Japanese companies have been able to build something of equal quality and value. They should be very concerned."...

#7
best ever
Source: Edmunds

...I have owned Hondas for the past 10 years The main reason was that I was a Honda salesman during that time Also Honda's comfort, cost of ownership and reliability were buying factors.
My lease was up on my CRV so I started to look for a replacement.
After reading all the positive reviews for the Elantra,
I decided to give it a try Years ago I would look
at a Hyundai vehicle After driving the Elantra I was blown away by its quality appearance and ride Ive had my GLS for 3 months and LOVE IT Great gas mileage great features outstanding vehicle.
Run dont walk to your...

#8
The best car
Source: MSN Autos

...Pros: I love this Hyundai, it is the second one that I have owned.
My first was a Santa Fe, was 7 years old when I got the Elantra.
No problems with the Santa Fe and I hope I have the same with this one.
I have only owned it for 1 month. I am getting good gas mileage, will find out in May when I go on a road trip if I get the 30 MPG on the highway.
Cons: I like everything about this car. Overall: No tips...

#9
Quality concerns the more miles we drive
Source: Edmunds

...Car is OK at best, easy to like inside and out and a good value....but you sometimes get what you pay for.
We've had ours for a bit more than 9 months and find it has 'loosened up" quite a bit.
We have noticed mostly in cooler wether several rattles from the inside and creeks and groans from the suspension.
the engine also seem to be making much more noise than nomal, sounding very ticky at times.
I have had it in to the dealer for that and they say its normal. I'm also very dissapointed with the fuel economy, its nowhere near whats advertised no matter how or where i...

#10
YOU GOT IT RIGHT!!
Source: Edmunds

...This is a very quiet car, tuned for road and city driving...lots of great features..like the available hands free communication and the satellite radio.
Lots of room in this car. Beats the competition hands down!...


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