Overview & Reviews
The 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring is an all-new hatchback variant of the similarly named compact sedan.
- Impressive cargo capacity, spacious cabin, smooth and secure ride, well equipped with plenty of standard features, long warranty.
- Some cheap interior surfaces, engine is noisy at mid-to-high rpm.
User Reviews:
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Great Small Hatchback - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By CityDriver - January 5 - 8:53 pmWanted something smaller that my Camry, without giving up comfort or rear seat space. This car has both, along with a big cargo capacity due to hatchback instead of a trunk. Compared to the Toyota Matrix, the Elantra Touring has more standard safety and convenience features, and slightly more space. The 2.0l engine with manual transmission is a great combination - very good acceleration when I need it, but the gas mileage is much better than EPA rating of 26 overall (more like 30 but havent been running the A/C). Havent had it out for a long trip yet, but for commuting and light hauling, this is a great size and a comfortable ride.
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Fun to drive - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By jhitchens - September 20 - 12:26 pmThis car is an excellent choice if you are looking for a car that is fun to drive and you need that extra cargo space behind the back seat. My large dog loves the room he has there behind the back seat. When you need even more room, just fold down the back seats and WOW you have a lot more space. Driving is fun, with quick steering response and peppy little engine will get you up to hwy speed quickly. I have almost 50,000 miles on mine, and I have had no problems. I just follow the routine maintenance suggestions and that is it. I am retired, and my drive each day usually is about 3 to 12 miles with stops or lights in-between. I average 24 mpg. When I do take a trip, I get about 32-33 mpg on
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better than youd expect - by far - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By frequentt buyer - August 10 - 5:23 amI bought an 09 elantra touring on Monday. Got $500 of sticker, and $1000 rebate. Prices will go down more, since this is a brand new model, but its a great car. Peppy acceleration, tons of room and legitimate 30+ mpg highway/26 in town. 100,000 mile warranty too
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elantra touring is great value for money - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By rodger - August 8 - 4:00 amWhat a great little car. There are very few options you can add on to this car as it comes very well equipped. The elantra touring is the same model as one they sell over seas and it shows in the handling, the car handles like a sport car. It comes with eltronic stability control which also helps in this department. I got 30 mpg second tank and the driving consisted of about 45% city and 55% highway driving. I love the bluetooth which will dial your cell phone with voice commands. The only dislikes are the dinky horn, come on Hyundai with todays quite cars it likely wont even be hear if someone has their Windows up and the radio on, also the key and remote should be combined.
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Duly Impressed - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By pseudo - July 17 - 4:10 pmGot this towards the very end of the clunker deal. I settled on getting the Touring after looking at a variety of hatchbacks, from a Nissan Versa at the low-end to a Subaru Impreza at the high end. Unfortunately for me, these things are extremely popular and after looking for one for nearly 2 weeks, I got the color I wanted (Vivid Blue) but I didnt get the premium package I wanted in time(sun roof, etc.) Immediately noticed is the quality of the interior and how pleasing it is to look at. Id say only the Mazda3speed is more sporty looking. Got the Automatic & drives like a breeze. Not real sporty but way more so than my old Pathfinder. All in all, a great car! Highly recommend it!
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Good to have wagon back in Hyundai - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By J - May 30 - 11:16 amI retired a 99 Elantra wagon with over 200 K miles having almost no mechanical problems, but like a lot of cars in the northeast, lots of rust. I was looking for another wagon and was really happy when Hyundai returned to the wagon market with the touring. Ive had the car for a little over 2 months and 4000 miles and am very happy with it. I live in a mountainous area and average 37-38 MPG in mixed speed driving, all 65 mph or under. There is almost as much interior room as the 99 wagon. The seats are comfortable for driving long distances. The Edmunds site was very helpful in purchasing and knowing what price to expect.
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Underrated Car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By himoses - March 26 - 8:30 amThis has got to be the best car for your dollar on the market today. I drove almost everything in its class with an automatic transmission under $20k and the only car I liked better was the Jetta (superior ergonomics, power, refinement). I did think I would get better fuel economy since I am fairly conservative in driving. People that drive like maniacs (dont coast, mash the brakes, jackrabbit starts) will probably get a lot less than 23mpg city/30mpg highway. This car has outstanding fit and finish. I have not seen a sub-$18k car that can even come close, and that includes the Civic. This car could use a peppier engine/automatic transmission paring.
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This is not a good stepdown for a SUV - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By SUV step down? - December 30 - 7:16 pmThis is not a step down vehicle from a SUV or minivan as i was told and as i reviewed for several reasons. Do not get me wrong It is a good vehicle but it is not a step down vehicle as there are several flaws for it to be that. See below. also the hatch area is flimsy at best and do suggest getting a heavy floor mat as a jug of milk that hit the side actually dented the built in felt mat. Towing capacity is less then smaller cars I was looking at and so is usable space. No roof rack or attachments to put your own.all in all dont get a touring get the base model pick your own trim level. Get to another vehicle if you need any storage space over what a trunk will hold. This is disappointment.
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First time Hyundai Owner - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By Treetop - November 7 - 2:16 amIt is my first time to own a Hyundai car but so far after having driven 3k miles, I am more than convinced that I made a right choice. ET (Elantra Touring) has more features than any other cars in its class for less $$$. Better gas mileage than my previous 2.0 Mazda Protege 2002 and city/highway combined getting average 30 mpg. My 2 kids have more than enough space in the back. Good cargo space and well thought out dashboard design. I just had a trip of 400 miles but didnt even feel fatigue. USB connection (I dont even have iPOD) gives me more than I need, that 8GB flash drive can store plenty songs that I can control from my steering wheel.
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Great car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring
By GJH - October 22 - 10:00 amI dont know why Hyundai has kept this car a secret. Its a great all purpose car, lot of room for my sporting gear; my dog loves it. Hwy cruising gets in the low 30s and even stop and go suburban driving is around 28 mpg. Wheelbase is longer than the sedan, it is a nice thruway cruiser. Only complaint is the reverse lockout on the manual -- its a pull up type, Id rather just have a gear position. Ive had my Elantra Touring 1 1/2 yrs with zero problems. Im always recommending to folks looking for a great price with lots of features, and lots of utility.
