2007 Hyundai ELANTRA consumer reviews

Have always been a Ford owner an just purchased a 07 limited . This is one sweet ride all the whistles an bells at an affordable price.Stylish attention to detail an comfort.Not to mention the warrenty an all the safety features. An under 18k . all i can say is wake up America ,Hyundai has built a car thats affordable an why can the big 3 compete.

We bought the GLS model for our daughter foremost for the safety (6 airbags) and warranty but next for the price and appearance. She loves it. It handles well, although the steering takes some getting used to, as I felt like I was all over the road. It has plenty of room. The front seats aren't super comfortable but overall comfort is fine. My daughter is 18 and I think it is a perfect first car, safe, good looking and affordable.

I had intended to purchase another Nissan or Honda or Toyota, then I test drove the redesigned Elantra in Limited trim, and began hunting for a deal to get it. Interior is logical, unbelievably roomy, elegant, and comfortable; exterior is unique from the front and sides, though conventional from the back. The ride is quiet, smooth, and safe, though steering can feel a bit light compared to a high performance or luxury sedan. Engine is very quiet unless you push it to 85, but then why are you buying an economy car? I bought this car because it is loaded, spunky to drive (plenty of acceleration and a shift like butter), and a solid-feeling vehicle. Now that you can get one for about 16,000 out the door after rebates, you need brain surgery to buy anything else in the 4-door economy segment. This is as good as it gets.

We looked at other cars in Elantra's class (e.g., Civic, Corolla, Mazda3), and determined that the Elantra is by far the most value for the price. So far, the Elantra has not disappointed. Its comfort, reliability, handling and design are excellent when compared to other cars in its class. When one also considers the price, the Elantra should be seriously considered by buyers looking in this class.

The car is relatively inexpensive as a new car purchase but to keep that 100,000 mile/10 year warranty, you have to keep the car maintained by the book and it's not cheap. Check out the cost of maintenance at your local Hyundai dealer. 30K service is $400 and 60K service with timing belt and water pump is $800. That's a lot of money to shell out when a Nissan Sentra costs about $800 for the 30K, 60K, 90k, and 120K services combined! Don't let the long warranty fool you ... do the math and check the cost of keeping that warranty valid. Also, keep in mind that the warranty only covers replacement after the first 12,000 miles/1 year. If it ain't broke, they won't repair it once the above milestone is past ... it has to be something they can remove and replace. Hyundais are feature packed cars but they DON'T achieve the stated MPG ratings under any circumstances so they are not as fuel efficient as many of their competitors. The gains in the current model's EPA figures are only because they switched from hydraulic power steering to numb electric motor driven power steering, not because there were any internal improvements to the engine. Look closely at the details on this car ... it may look good at a distance but get real close and read the fine print ... it's not that great bargain it seems to be!

Less than$16,000 gets you power mirrors;cruise; 6 speaker audio with CD & MP3;tilt wheel;16" alloy rims; 4 wheel disc brakes;ABD; lots of power. I use the car to commute and it gets just over 32 MPG (city & hi-way) With a 100,000 mile warranty, you can't lose.

My wife and I have owned a 2007 Elantra GL with the "Comfort Plus" option (ABS and side curtains) since October, 2007. We previously owned VWs and a Saturn and test drove a 2007 Mazda3 GL. So far, we are completely delighted/impressed by this vehicle; everything from its design, to its performance and options, offer a value/price ratio unrivaled by its competitors (Corolla, Mazda3, Civic, Sentra, etc.). In fact, if you take time to compare the 2007 Elantra GL (w Comfort Plus option) to a 2007 Acura CSX Touring, you will see that the differences are minimal (with the regrettable exception of alloy wheels and sunroof, both of which are by the way, available on the Elantra GLS). Yet, the Elantra is roughly $7,000 (CAD) cheaper than the CSX! Another impressive fact about our Elantra is its remarkable fuel economy: 28/36 mpg (8.4/6.0 l/100km) city/hwy. According to the US EPA 2007 Fuel Economy Guide, the Elantra places second among non-hybrid mid-size cars, surpassed only by the Nissan Versa. As a comparison, the Honda Accord hybrid has a reported economy of 28/35 mpg city/hwy. During our fist month of driving, we have come quite close to the above specified highway fuel economy. This car is definitely a fuel-saver. And to top things off, Hyundai ranked third in the 2006 J.D. Power's Initial quality study, with Porsche and Lexus leading all carmakers. Toyota (4), Honda(6), Acura(10), and Mazda(30), all received lower quality marks than Hyundai. You should check this facts for yourself, if you don't believe me. ;) In addition to the above, we love our Elantra because it handles great, it is *roomy* and exquisitely appointed; all controls and indicators are well placed and are very intuitive to operate. The car is generally very quiet, although engine noise is noticeable at high speeds (above 75 mph/120 km/h). On the highway, our 5-speed handles pretty much like an automatic: once it is in 5th gear, we can cruise or pass without down-shifting! In conclusion, my wife and I love driving our affordable, high-quality, fuel efficient Elantra. We plan on keeping this car for a long time, and having the 5-year/100,000 km bumper-to-bumper warranty gives us peace of mind as does the included roadside assistance plan. Kudos to Hyundai for making this car!

Excellent value, overall. The Honda Civic I looked at was geared toward the teen~twenty something gizmo crowd, while the Elantra feels more mature, suited for those who need more room and prefer a comfy daily commute that is also economical.

The best buy for the money. Honda and Mazda are better, but cost thousands more. If you don't want to spend 22K for compact car this is the best choice for you.

My wife and I were looking for a car that was comfortable, quiet, economical to operate and affordable. After researching all other cars in the Elantra class and test driving 5 of them, we knew we had found our car in the Elantra SE. We have enjoyed several road trips and actually achieved the sticker's estimated hiway MGP rating. Several of my friends who are even more car-savvy than myself were very impressed with the Elantra's features and performance on the road. Its a joy to drive, whether its to the store or the shore.