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2008 Hyundai ELANTRA consumer reviews

$13,970–$14,970 MSRP range
side view of 2008 ELANTRA Hyundai
(68 reviews)
95% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 4.7
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Just eclipsed 300K miles last week with my 2008 Hyundai

Just eclipsed 300K miles last week with my 2008 Hyundai Elantra! Bought it new and have replaced the alternator and that’s about it. Am faithful about oil changes every 8-10k miles. Amazing! Hope to retire in less than two years and drive 30k miles a year. Hoping it will last!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Does recommend this car
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Good reliable vehicle

Although it is basic in terms of modern amenities, this was a great, reliable car. Even at 12 years old it still works well and has needed very little repair over the years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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badnews

this car is only 11 years old and the rear axle rotted so bad the control arm rotted right off. completely useless now. never buy this car if you live in the north east.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 2.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Reliable, easy to drive, underrated.

Reliable and safe. Fun to drive. Kind of like a go cart. Amazing value. Good gas mileage. Not a fancy car, but I like the way it looks. Classic sedan.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable and ckmfortable.

Excellent sedan. Ever ready to move and does not cause unnecessary disappointments nor sudden road embarassments. I would recommend this product to my friends and family and i'm still gonna buy another hyundai in the nearest future.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best little car I've ever owned

Perfect little car for getting around with children. Roomy interior that fits two carseats with ease, large spacious trunk for strollers, and it gets excellent gas mileage. Although it's engine is small, it packs a nice punch and I don't feel like it's lagging in performance at all. I love this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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11 years - Problem Free

People may think "how can an Elantra be more comfortable and reliable than a luxury car costing 2 to 3 times as much?" But - my 2008 Hyundai Elantra has been.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A xxxx Good Car

I grudgingly bought a brand new 2008 Elantra when gas prices spiked. Eight years and 255,000 miles later, I left with nothing but good things to say. In all that time, the only thing that ever went bad was a single alternator. That's it. I did all the regular maintenance, to include brakes, oil changes, and two timing belt changes. It eventually needed new struts. This is all stuff that any car will need at that mileage. But the engine and power train are as good as anything out there. All the buttons and everything electrical worked perfectly until the day someone ran into me hard and totalled it. Terrific vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A Great Dealership!!!

This car met all my needs. It was the first used car I've ever purchased. The two men that work there were kind from the start. They didn't rush me and I got a very good deal. I saw the car online and they sold it to me for the online price without a problem. They were even willing to negotiate with me and I got a reasonable amount of money taken off. They also answered all of my questions without hesitation. Haven't had any issues since I got it. If need be, I would buy another car from them in the coming future. Buy your next car from them, you won't regret it!!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Worst car ever

It is a poorly made car. Bad transmission and engine. The steering is bad and shocks. The cloth on the seats are poorly made also.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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