Hyundai Elantra

"The car "hops" when it hits bumps. Feels unsafe"

"Nothing"

"Good for a 1.8L inline 4, but definitely need to be in the upper RPM range for max performance."

"I live on Michigan and it is the worse car I have ever owned when driving in snow. The car was made to be driven in Florida."

"The acceleration is about what one would expect from o compact car with a modest engine. In other words it's perfectly adequate. Being a small car the handling is reasonably nimble and I have no complaints."

"The frame around the front windshield in combination with the side mirror creates a big blind spot and has on several occasions completely blocked my view of pedestrians crossing the street. This is a design flaw that must be corrected in future"

"I already answered this. All good except the car does not take bumps well."

"Quick, responsive"

"The Elantra drives well. Engine and 6-speed auto xxxxxx work well. Acceleration is adequate. The car is quite agile. Ride is acceptable, but not outstanding."

"Handling is poor. No feel through the steering wheel at all. Very tiring to drive because the car tends to wander and not track true. First car I've owned (out of maybe 20 in lifetime) that I really don't like to drive!"

"Requires constant steering corrections. and lack of road feel Slow acceleration and noisy interior."

"Very poor handling in ice and snow. mostly due to the low aspect tires, I believe."

"It is a smooth drive but responds to wind."

"good acceleration, good gas mileage"

"Adequate acceleration, but a little more power would be good. Ride and handling are excellent for this type of car"

"Fun to drive... the factory warranty has been extended for a steering issue, I am told this takes about 3.5 hours to repair and only available Monday thru Friday"

"It handles and accelerates fine for me. The "economy" setting engages the a/c compressor less and hastens upshifts by the transmission. However, I've found that using the setting makes no difference to overall fuel economy."

"handling is good. Accereration ok"

"Good handling but only fair acceleration"

"It has very quick acceleration, great power, especially for a small car, and great handling. The steering wheel is very responsive. Overall, it is very nimble, safe and easy to drive."

"Very good acceleration and handling for a car in its class."

"Acceleration is weak but he auto box shifts very smoothly."

"Handles well but rides harshly. Good acceleration for the mpg."

"It accelerates well when passing but you need to down shift into 5th gear. The 6th gear can be frustrating o a standard."

"like it very much, only problem is the road noise."

"The Elantra is a very rough ride."

"Horrible handling (borderline unsafe) and poor acceleration with a crude sounding engine."

"Has a very stiff ride."

"It accelerates a bit better than my Prius, which isn't saying much, but I'll take what I can get."

"easy to drive, suspension could be softer"

"handles great and precise , great gas mileage"

"a. steering is "sticky" to slight adjustments when driving at highway speeds, requiring extra attention and a less smooth (more jerky) ride than other vehicles ive owned. b. excessive heat enters the vehicle near front floor ventilation areas, causing additional/excessive heat in vehicle when running."

"Under powered, especially with air conditioning on."

"Terrible on snow and ice"

"This is not by nature a snappy car, whether in econo mode or not, but when you push it, it will respond. The steering and ride are smooth without being mushy."

"Really lacks acceleration and the road noise is terrible!"

"I put the engine in ECO mode, so not so fast accelerations, but I hope the engine will last longer because too much gasoline injected can wash the oil in the cylinders and reduce the life of the engine."

"It handles very poorly in icy conditions."

"Handling ok, but tires were rotated and ever since then the ride has been bumpy."

"The car handles well. The acceleration is lacking. The gas mileage really is poor for this size vehicle."

"good mileage no complaints"

"I think the acceleration is what I expected, but will look for a car that has quicker acceleration in the future."

"This car is used mainly for in-town driving. I don't use it on long trips because it does not have the "poop" going up mountain roads. We use the Santa Fe instead."

"The ride is quite stiff, like a sports car. Road noise is very prominent."

"Seats, noise and ride are quite acceptable, but only when considering the very low cost of purchasing the vehicle."

"The seats are very supportive, and the ride is comparable with other vehicles in this class. Road noise can be pronounced at highway speeds but not overbearing."

"No problem with the noise or ride. My only comment is that as we age getting in and out of a car becomes more challenging. Getting out of the low seats in the Elantra can be challenging, especially if the door can not be opened completely. Consequently, we will be more careful considering this in any future car purchases."

"Rides rather stiffly and is somewhat noisy."

"Seats very comfortable"

"Fun car to drive."

"Road noise is relatively high; especially, if you are accustomed to driving a car like Toyota Camry."

"The ride is not good and is easily unsettled by bumps on the road."

"Rides rough. Somewhat noisy"

"Too low to the ground."

"The Hyundai Elantra is a very rough and noisy ride. Most uncomfortable for both driver and passenger."

"The ride is fairly bumpy and the cabin is not very quiet. The seats do not give very good support."

"A bit noisy, hard see see out of, too low to the ground"

"The seats are very hard and uncomfortable, making all but the shortest drives uncomfortable."

"I have difficulty adjusting the seat to a level of comfort."

"A lot of road noise seats no comfortable on a long drive"

"The Elantra is my wife's car. It fits her well. I find the drivers seat forces cramped posture with no back or lumbar support. I use a back pillow when driving it. The Elantra is noisy, with lots of road noise. The ride is OK."

"the car is comfortable to sit in seats are great, The road noise is a little loud, and the ride is good for size car it is. Does not compare to larger cars Lincoln town car, Cadillac as far as road noise and ride. It is adequate we have taken on trips over 1800 miles was pleasant but you get what you pay for."

"Road noise is really bad and is getting worse."

"The seats are fine, I don't drive long distances, but they are comfortable for short trips. The road noise in the car is slightly greater than I would prefer, but certainly not objectionable. The ride is not particularly good, I always do my best to avoid streets/roads that I know are rough."

"The back seat room is great for a smaller car. The engine noise is a little harsh under full acceleration. The handling and cornering are much better with replacement sport radials Pirelli P-7s. The reliability is a very positive factor. The original battery is still showing good strength after 7 years+."

"Over all a very comfortable ride, but suspension could be better, you feel every bump on the road. Better quality shocks could be helpful."

"Road noise and does not handle rough roads well"

"Ride OK except when the road is bumpy This model does not take bumps well."

"Seats are very uncomfortable - especially on a longer drive. No lumbar support at all. The headrests are too far forward and constantly poke the back of your head. I had to turn the headrests 180 degrees they were so annoying! Car is boring to drive due to no feel in the steering. Also, rear suspension is harsh - especially on rough roads."

"The ride is noisy, especially on rough roads. The low profile tires do not absorb bumps well leading to a rough ride on bumpy roads. The seats are supportive but not particularly comfortable."

"Nice leather heated seats."

"seats are comfortable noise while highway driving is loud"

"Comfort. Headroom, legroom, heated seats front and rear."

"noise"

"Main complaint is suspension system when we hit potholes and bumps. Jolt factor then is just too high. Car would be downright fun to drive except for ride on rough roads. Noise factor, seats, and getting in and out are fine for a small car. climate system is very good; prompt heat in Minnesota winters."

"Not easy gettin on and out of. And it is uncomfortable traveling over 75 miles in distance."

"Our Elantra has the top-end trim with lots of features. But it is still "an economy car". For that class of car, the ride and comfort are good. A few times I have taken it on 10 to 12 hours drives and the comfort was fine."

"Road noise. Good seating"

"Seat cushioning is comfortable except for the upward protrusions at the side rear, which tend to exert unwanted pressure on driver's buttocks."

"The seats,noise and ride ore ok for short in town driving but for any long or out of town trips the car is bad in all aspects... most road imperfections just jar the car like being in a wagon."

"Super comfy sport seats. GLS trim level has leather steering wheel and shifter to enhance comfort on long drives."

"Road noise, but this was expected from the reviews. Tolerable, but not great."

"Rated the comfort as very good above. No need to expand as I am very satisfied!!!!!!"

"Heated seats in front and back make for comfort in winter cold. Front seats padding to prevent sliding are somewhat uncomfortable on long rides and center console restricts leg/feet movement. Noise level is not bad for small car."

"I only use this car in dire emergencies because road noise inside the cabin is intolerable. But for the noise level this would have been a great car, maybe the best ever but because it’s so noisy I’ve moved on to alternatives"

"I've taken a few trips in my car and find I am thrilled with how my car seats are comfortable. The a/c keeps me very comfortable and it gives me a great ride. The trips I've taken are 5+ hours and I have no complaints."

"It's comfortable, but a little noisy, and not as smooth a ride as our other car."

"Seats: Are great. Climate control: can't control the air flow from vents very good. Noise: To much road noise. Ride: Rough ride, doesn't take bumps, pot holes well at all."

"For me it would be a perfect car if it wasn't so noisy. On some roads it's so loud that conversation is not possible. After 117,000 miles We just couldn't take it any more. Our Camry is much better."

"Air conditioning doesn't work. Loud outside noise when driving."

"The shock absorbers aren't that great. I;m aware of every bump in the road. It does get noisy, too. I've gotten used to the seats, knowing how to adjust helps. Wish the steering wheel were angled differently."

"too noisy"

"Poor visibility"

"The cleverness of the Elantra's interior design was a surprising improvement over my 2006 Prius. Very roomy for its apparent size. (Elantra was bought in a pinch after I destroyed the Prius in January 2013.)"

"Loud and light. Feels like a tin can."

"In 4th year, floor carpet sheds, leaving floor fibers everywhere. I consider this to be a health and safety matter for those with asthma. Was happy until this development. Seats are also too low and make it more difficult for older people to get out of the car."

"Too much road noise. Don't like the ride from the performance tires."

"Noisy on the highway, and already needs new shocks."

"noisy, cramped"

"Driver's seat too Hard. Road noise too loud."

"I'm used to being tall but, at 85, I've shrunk. I bought the car without thinking about seat adjustment. Turned out not to have the capacity to raise the driver's seat. I got a cushion for this and will pay more attention next purchase."

"The seats are hard; vents for climate control blow right on me; the car is noisy."

"Front passenger to low"

"Seats are not comfortable over a long distance. Road noise is also pretty pronounced in the city. The controls are easy to use and pairing the blue tooth is a snap"

"The seats in this car are a bit too stiff, could use more springs or padding for long trips"

"Springs could be better--you feel the bumps. However I really like the comfort of the seat's shape."

"road noise very loud"

"Clunky and cheap"

"Many cars have seats with sides that come up around you. They can be uncomfortable.We would rather have flat seats. Material is very hard to clean.Asked dealer how to clean and they didn't seem to know."

"Road noise high,ride just ok."

"Car is black inside and out, leather. No window tinting when purchased used. Had windows tinted . Still almost intolerable upon initial entry in summer"

"It's a bit noisy."

"Road and wind noise excessive. Noisy valves when starting. Dealer unconcernd."

"Seats are not so comfortable, pass seat does not raise or Lowe and short persons view is not great"

"Seats are not comfortable for long trips OR over rough roads."

"On highway driving the car is very comfortable with excellent gas mileage (35). The only issue is that the car tends to "drift" towards the left to the point that I can change lanes without trying. All the controls are very user friendly."

"Comfortable seats , good power from 4 cyclender."

"Climate control is excellent. Ride is only satisfactory. Really feel bumps in the road. No repair issues at all. Dealer "adds on" extras during servicing unless you are top of game. Gas mileage is disappointing; was expecting over 30 mpg. With a combo of city and highway driving, only average 28 mpg. This is main reason I would not buy again. Better repair record than CR ratings indicate in our case."

"the heated leather seats"

"It has heated seats in both the front and back. It has ample headroom and leg room for a tall driver (6' 3", 35" leg inseam) while still allowing someone to sit behind the driver."

"A/C vents in worst possible position"

"There are a number of blind spots, including not being able to see the front or back end of the car. Newer models now have cameras, which would have been helpful. Also, noise is sometimes annoying. But it is roomy and comfortable for a small call."

"It's a good vehicle for the price. It's been reliable and a good car to drive."

"$16.000 out the door a steal"

"At the time, very good value with basic bells and whistles like iPod integration (grudgingly still works with 30 pin to lightening adapter). Very basic but everything we needed at the time. It has not aged well and the interior fit and finish is plain cheap with lots of creaks and movement."

"I bought this car for $16,800 in 2011. It has required no maintenance beyond oil and filter changes and new tires."

"Nice looking. Good mileage"

"the price paid for car was good The warranty has been excellent"

"For around $19K I think I got quite a deal. No major issues, nice ride, lots of space for a small car. Trunk is awkward and small, but other than that I love it."

"Very good car all around"

"The car was well-rated by CR when purchased in 2011. The warranty is quite good. The car is easy to maintain and pretty reliable."

"It came with features that were standard, outstanding value for a car that size and price."

"Was worth what we spent on it brand new, very happy overall with the car, the mpg, size and price is what attracted us to the car. The looks were an added feature ."

"It's an inexpensive "quasi" low suv. It has ample room for 4 people but it lacks performance especially as low speeds. It was great for a job/duty vehicle to transport patients but not for a daily family vehicle."

"Best car ever. 122k miles with no problems or issues except road noise. Excessive road noise inside the cabin have reduced this otherwise great car dire emergency use only."

"The styling was fresh at the time, and still looks good. I got the few options I wanted/afford at the time - blue tooth, wheels, ac, good mileage at affordable cost. Best price and appearance i felt at the time."

"A really nice, economical, and reliable car at a very competitive price"

"Sporty handling, economical"

"I think it was a very good value for the price. It doesn't have all the latest internet features but I don't want to do any of that while driving. It is good, dependable transportation."

"This car met and then exceeded our needs and wants about 6 years ago. We do maintain our vehicles quite well. We have had no trouble at all with this car for over 150k miles other than normal maintenance. That is why we bought another one recently."

"I have not had any mechanical problems with this car. However I find your rigorous warranty upgrades very expensive!!!!!"

"Inexpensive, sturdy way of transportation. Safe, roomy and has equipment leading to some confort. Does the job."

"Limited has many luxury features for a relatively low price."

"The only maintenance item of merit was the replacement of the front shocks about 6 months ago. There have been no items that require replacement or repair in the engine or drive train."

"Excellent vehicle - absolutely no issues mechanically. A winner"

"great value and few problems"

"I have had no mechanical problems, get reasonable gas mileage and a comfortable cabin."

"Very well equipped for the price. Only minor repairs which were rectified quickly"

"The Elantra required it’s fourth transmission at 150,000. 2nd trans was put in at 25k miles, 3rd at 80k and 4th at 150k. Spoke with Hyundai and they would not stand behind the quality of car and would not cover it. I will not buy another Elantra."

"Elantra has been reliable. Have replaced a lightbulb or two, but no major repairs and costs since we have owned it. Main disappointment is low gas milage. Not what advertised, and Hyundai had to pay a fine for that, but our token award didn't amount to much. Under 30 mpg average in city and country driving. Would not have purchased if we had known true mileage at time of purchase. Needs winter tires to navigate Minnesota roads Nov - April. But car has been reliable and that has been its saving grace."

"Good car for the money"

"Very dependable for a cheap car."

"does everything I need pretty well if not particularly outstanding. roomy enough for four adults."

"They LIED about the fuel economy, gets no where near what was promised! The engine rattles and buzzes like its going to fall apart. Have taken it to the dealer to look at it but all they ever do is upgrade the engine software."

"Excellent buy for the dollars."

"Auto is almost seven years old and I STILL consider it a good value."

"We bought the Elantra at a great price, we have had to do very little maintenance on it other than routine scheduled maintenance, and the great warranty has given up real peace of mind knowing that we didn’t need to worry about a major repair."

"All you have to do is make sure you change the filter and oil and it will go for a long time it was worth getting the special edition with the roof rack and mag wheels."

"THis vehicle holds it value and has great MPG for the price."

"We paid $17900. Came home and checked our Consumer Reports car issue and determined that this was a good deal."

"70k miles and the car feels/looks like a much older car. I am sorry we spent the extra $$ to get a Limited model."

"I feel it was an outstanding value for the price. I have had a family member and two friends purchase Hyundai autos based on their impression and experience with my vehicle. While I have not had to use it, the warranty seems exceptional."

"Good car for price"

"The main factor about this car, is when you are braking and going of a bumping road at the same time, the brake system appears like it going to crash and break apart."

"They lied about MPG. They only just now recalled vehicle for problem I complained about in the first 30 days of ownership."

"All things considered, I pretty much got what I paid for with the car. The black interior is a bummer, tho. That's the only interior color available with the silver exterior. The warranty is excellent. I know I've had less expense than owners of other makes of car. I do think the gas mileage estimates are rather inflated. Also the windshield wiper blades are cheap - I have to pay extra to get blades that do a good job of clearing the windshield and LAST. All of the glass, windshield, etc."

"many features, everything works, good performer (despite basic transmission missing gears)."

"Road noise too loud but overall I got my moneys wotrth."

"For about $19,000 and all the "bells" and "whistles" that were standard on the car, it was a very good deal."

"Initial price paid. MPG was grossly overstated. Engine problem(s)"

"I bought the car partially due to their claims of 40 mpg. Later found this wasn't true and my mileage is significantly less than advertised."

"Overall mileage was misrepresented by the manufacturer"

"My operational costs have been very minimal. With 94,000 miles I still get very good mileage, solid handling, decent acceleration, and a comfortable ride. The controls are all user friendly and it's been a great value for me."

"great value"

"I have owned this vehicle for over a year now and it has been completely reliable (knock on wood) .... I cannot begin to tell you how comforting it is to drive a car without worries!"

"Mileage is way below expected"

"Exceptional value for the money! Even the base model included features that normally cost extra in other makes - little features that add up to a very pleasant car to own. Examples include elevator seat height, tilt steering, remote mirrors, electronic locking, and in-car USB/Audio jack."

"Hyundai advertised a mpg that was determined to be fraud but instead of settling the lawsuit, they keep appealing the decision. The result is that the ill feelings toward Hyundai continue and I will not buy another at any price."

"We purchased a relatively inexpensive model. I think they cut corners and did not include a high security lock system, which they have on most cars. We also bought an after-market spare tire "donut" as all that was included in the car was an inflation kit which can't repair all tire damage."

"Cheap company, no spare tire, Cannot purchase a service manual for the car. Lied to EPA about MPG. Then did mot fulfill agreement to compensate owners. Computer always overstates MPG by 3-4 MPG. All in all, an untrustworthy company."

"Vehicles in the same class or group with the same options were at least $5,0000 more than my Elantra. The Elantra was a very good value."

"I was first attracted by its looks, then found out it cost less than others in its class, and have been very impressed by the good workmanship and appearance of the interior. All together, great value for the money."

"Car has provided good service, but am not confident that it will continue to do so going forward, am returning it at end of lease, would not want to buy it."

"I bought this car based on the promise of 29mpg in city and 39 on freeway. They lied. Lucky to get 24 in city. It will get 39 + on long trips. They give about 1 tank of gas a year for misleading adds about the mileage. That doesn't help much. I wanted a car that was more green for the environment. It's no greener than most other new cars. Very disappointing for me. Also the seats' fabric is so cheap that water even leaves ugly dark stains."

"Good styling. Disappointed milage."

"I feel that I overpaid for this car. It lacked features for the cost."

"Good value for price so far with 36,000 miles. We will see in the long run."

"Hyundai falsified gas mileage. They have a compensation program that is insulting. I would never buy another car from them again."

"Too much road noise and cannot get better MPG than 30 on freeways and 24 in city."

"I like the style of the car on outside. Very pretty lines. I like the interior style too except the seats stain way too easily."

"A stylish car that is not 'plain jane' in appearance and it doesn't look like so many other cars on the road."

"Looked nice at time of purchase"

"Good styling that has bold look."

"Big blind spot created by sides of front windshield decreases safety. Sometimes cannot see pedestrians at street corners die to this. This alone would prevent me from purchasing this vehicle again"

"My car is always noticed. The styling of the 2012 should have remained the same. It is a beautiful car."

"The body and paint quality is so poor. It scratches and dents incredibly easily and with the cheap plastic parts things just break. Incredibly disappointed."

"The distance between seat and consol is either too wide or too narrow. Took almost 60 minutes to retrievecar keys dropped between seat and consul. Blind spots so bad it os dangerous. A lot of quality car for the price."

"It still has that new look, especially since I added the exterior butler coding.neasybto keep clean."