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2013 Hyundai Elantra GT consumer reviews

$18,545–$19,545 MSRP range
side view of 2013 Elantra GT Hyundai
(96 reviews)
89% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.1
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.7
  • Reliability 4.5
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Looks still hold up, tons of value.

Bought this new, never had any major issues mechanically. I take care to give it regular oil changes with synthetic. The nav has gotten laggy so I don't bother with it anymore and stick with my phone. I've also noticed the TPMS sensors seem more sensitive lately, so it annoyingly warns me about low tire pressure, even when it's not that bad yet. This blocks the screen telling me avg. mpg, so I have to fill it up I can't just ignore it for awhile. Other than that I still love driving it, it's quick enough for me and fun to drive around town. I was expecting to change cars much early especially with the warranty now over, but I'm going to stick with it for a few more years.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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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Many problems with hyundai elantra GT 2013

I bought a 2013 with 100.000 kilometers on it. It was good for 5000 km drive but the more I drove the more problems I faced. I have spent around 4500 dollars for repair so far 21 months and up to 140000 km. I have replaced starter for two times and need to change this one again, I have changed the alternator, sparks, Cuille, two time rotors replacement, I have safety switches problem now and the suspension has been disaster it means I have replaced bearing and right now the drive shaft is under repair and already my lower arm is loose. The care has also rust in back door and under the hood. This car is terrible 😫

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Fun small car with lots of technology

I bought my 2013 Elantra GT new. It was my very first Hyundai car. My passengers were always impressed by the quality build and handsome interior and technology. My only gripe was the 1.8Nu engine. It seemed weak at times. 3 adults and some luggage in the trunk made it sluggish when quick acceleration was needed. If it was just me it was adequate but never quick. I kept it 3 years and put 90,000 trouble free miles on it. Very reliable and good fuel economy. Never had any rattles like so many cars do by 90K. I understand the 2014 got a more powerful engine. But I would recommend this car to anyone needing a reliable used vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Hyundai Elantra GT. Grossly underrated car.

The manual transmission is excellent and very fun to drive. It is comfortable and the interior color is very nice and hard to find in other cars. Reliable. Great looking.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • 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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Incredible bang for your buck!

As my first car I’ve ever bought, I can say with confidence that I love this car. I have the manual transmission version, and it’s so much fun to drive while getting great gas mileage and being comfortable! Besides the carpet and interiors materials being kind of cheap, there are so many good things about the car. It’s compact but, at over 6’ I can still fit comfortably despite the awkward position of the clutch pedal. It’s a very sleek looking car and I’d recommend it to any of my friends.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Sporty 6 speed sport shift automatic gets in

Best bang for the buck... money plenty of bells and whistles, fast but Economic sound, great mileage. Very reliable, comfortable.has been a real looker people love the look of 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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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The car is the best I had

The car is super as it has all the standards I was looking for. It is in excellent condition and has everything up to date. I am very happy for the help they gave me to find the car I like.

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

It had electronic issues they could not fix. Would lose connection to computer and lose power. Back end was squirrelly. I was totally ripped off with this car and did not feel safe

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Best Value for the $$

This is my 1st Haundai and it won't be the last! I have put 3k on this little zippy guy in 3.5 months and loved every minute of it. I actually like the low profile, because when taken on the back roads, this car really hugs the curves and when flipped into manual mode can really 'go' for a 1.8 litter and 148 HP. I would recommend this car to anyone who values solid mpg(combined average 34.9 and 39 hwy) The key for me to getting such mpg's is don't stomp on the gas pedal, and when breaking(if possible) just let off the gas and let the car slow down on its own. The auto transmission is very good at downshifting on its own and you can feel it. I will do my 1st oil change at 5k. Depending on your location(colder climate and more highway miles, longer trips, you might stretch it out to 8K oil changes). I would recommend this car hands down, just remember that you won't be drag racing in this zippy car and winning any races, but you will merge into traffic with plenty of zip, and you won't get eye rolls or smug looks from any muscle car owners.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable, low mileage, economical

This is a single owner car in very good conditions. It's very reliable: it doesn't have and it has never had mechanical issues. Low gas mileage (typical 30-32 mpg in town). I'm selling it only because I got an electric 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 New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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