Overview & Reviews

This year Hyundai adds a GLS version of the five-door hatchback to the Elantra line.

• Solidly built, powerful engine for its class, long list of standard features, comfortable interior, ultralow price tag, generous warranty.

• Floaty ride on the freeway with base suspension, hard to find equipped with ABS, poor offset crash test score.

User Reviews:

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  Elantra - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By CASEY - April 6 - 11:42 am

  Handles better than our Honda Civic, very quiet for that price range. Have had zero problems so far.

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  Review of my 2005 Hyundai Elantra - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By John Cray - March 11 - 5:26 pm

  I tried several of the most popular comparable models on the market; Honda Civic/ Nissan, Toyota, Ford, Chevrolet, etc. None performed better or had better apparent overall quality. But all the rest were moderately to significantly higher in price. In my mine the extra cash paid only for the "label" of the car and nothing else. None had the warranty of the Hyundai. Save your money and buy a rather excellent quality vehicle at a fair piece less than comparable brands.

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  05 Elantra GLS - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By Ajax - February 23 - 7:43 pm

  This is an excellent car for the money. The warranty is exceptional as well

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  What a deal ! - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By Chris - February 20 - 9:43 pm

  For the money I dont think you can get a better deal with such good quality. I was so impressed with what you get that I am sure this is the best bang for the buck. The engine is the smoothest 4 cyl I have ever driven... bar none, something I never expected. Solid feel seems like a much bigger car. Be careful though, when on the highway you can easily get to 90 without noticing, thats how good the ride is and how zippy the motor is. Overall one of the best purchases I have ever made.

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  Poor Customer Support - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By kwiffy - February 16 - 7:40 am

  Interior quality poor. Service poor. Too many times told "Ordinary wear & tear." Leather seat back started to deteriorate within 3 months. Inside door seals tear in short time. Outside door weathrstrip has measles. Told it was ordinary wear & tear. Front & rear brakes replaced at 24K. Headlights went bad within short time, dealer replaced. Thermostat went bad & blew radiator, dealer fixed. Car overheated again, dealer stated radiator cap loose. Floor mats deteriorated & dealer replaced. Bulbs out on dashboard since 6 months old, dealer claims they are not covered. Currently starter grinds early in morning only and A/C makes vibrating noise, dealer found nothing.

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  Great Value Good-looking Car - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By greatcar - February 15 - 1:43 pm

  Still a satisfied Hyundai Elantra customer after 3 years and 22,500 miles. This car compares with Honda Civic for reliability, drive, and economy. Good looking grill and body, finish has held up like new. I live in arctic Michigan and this car has never skidded off the road during the worst sleet and hail storms. FWD holds the road if you drive sensibly during snowstorms. With high gas prices I definitely appreciate the Great fuel economy. Car came loaded and included the moonroof, and boasts the most comfortable front seats I ever experienced in a foreign car (4 Toyotas). Front bucket seats adjust at least 5 ways. The HB excels in visibility. Never had any mechanical problem.

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  Bad Clutch - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By disapointed - February 7 - 7:33 pm

  For the money it is a decent car. Currently has 43K Miles and like so many others have reported the clutch went out and is not covered under warranty ($1,200 repair) it also has problems with the head lights going going bad. The dealer also said the radiator clamps were leaking at 43K and the belts need to be replaced. I bought this for my daughter and I drive a 1998 Ford F150 with 125K and have never had to do antything other than change the oil, brakes, battery & tires. It surprises me that I am facing so many costly repairs in just 3 years with the Hyundai Elentra.

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  Very happy! - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By Lovin it! - January 12 - 11:10 am

  This is by far the best vehicle I have ever owned. Granted, Ive only owned it for a few days now, but I am yet to be disappointed. I cant hear the engine and cannot tell if it is even running. The drive is smooth and the steering wheel is very easy to handle. I feel like I am apart of the car when I am driving it. I previously owned a 99 Mazda 626 that I loved very much. But I have to admit that the Elantra is much more fun to drive and is easier to maneuver. Plus, the gas mileage is a whole lot better than the 626. There is a lot of trunk space and there is more back seat room than I would have expected for an economy car. I love the cup holders, CD Player and sound system!

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  Just what the wallet ordered - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By SlashDaddee - August 31 - 5:40 pm

  Shopped Civic, Corolla, Focus and all others but none could give a total package vehicle. They might be equal or slightly better in one area but none could deliver everything and a great price, except Hyundai. Elantra was the only one that had ABS, traction control, gas mileage, leather, cruise, sunroof, hatchback, 6 speakers, side airbags, automatic, HUGE warranty, and best price ... $14,500 paid. Im getting 30 miles to the gallon (highway driving) and the engine isnt even broken in yet. Im 61" and the car has plenty of room for my legs. The storage space with the hatchback is good. Overall, I got more for my money than I ever expected when I started shopping.

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  Not too bad - 2005 Hyundai Elantra
  By Not that bad - August 27 - 3:04 pm

  Bought the car for a daily commuter w/ some road trips in mind as well. Ive been pretty pleased with the car, but it is in the shop right now at 42,000 miles to get the rear brakes replaced. Seems way too early, especially since I have the manual and use my brakes sparingly. Dealer seemed mystified as to why only 1 brake pad was worn badly... Tires were completely bald by about 32,000 miles. Clutch is pretty pathetic too, definately not a sport- machine. Sloppy gearbox sometimes leads to a gear grinding here and there (roomate has the same problem with his Accent). Probably going to be my first and last Hyundai, Id rather pay a little more for better quality.