Overview & Reviews
Last year's top-of-the-line Limited trim level has been dropped, but much of its equipment can still be had via an optional package for the midgrade Elantra SE trim. Stability control and brake assist have also been added as standard equipment to the SE.
- Smooth and secure ride, attractive cabin design, roomy interior with adult-friendly backseat, solid construction, responsive handling, low price, long warranty.
- Unrefined engine is noisy at mid-to-high rpm, likable interior is otherwise let down by a few low-grade interior plastics.
User Reviews:
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A great buy in many ways - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By Leonard - May 22 - 1:26 amHyundai was first on my list and this purchase did not disappoint. The features of this car surpass its cost. Highway MPG has been a consistent 35. Interior is so roomy and trunk space is surprisingly roomy as well. XM radio and MP3 ability means I can listen to old time radio programs whenever I wish. The ride is very comfortable and quiet. Handling is smooth and responsive. The car has a nice pickup for a 4 cylinder vehicle and the controls are well thought out and easy to reach. All in all, a great car that is a pleasure to own and drive. My family has driven it and all agree it is a wonderful car.
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Quality confirms decision to buy Hyundai - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By jsimecka - May 18 - 10:55 pmI bought the car new in Sept 2008 and it has been a delight. Very quiet while running, fun to drive, very tidy controls and interior, and more leg room in back seat than most small sedans. I can take my wife and two boys (13 and 15) and we dont feel cramped. Bought in Ft. Worth and drove to Topeka and it got 37 MPG. This was with no air and careful driving. Currently averages 32 MPG with a lot of stop and go driving. Now has 9,000 miles on it and I have not had any problems at all. Thanks to Consumer Reports for pointing out this Diamond in the Rough. You can not go wrong with this car.
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Surprisingly big little car - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By Gary - May 17 - 5:20 pmFirst noticed this gem as the top car in its class as reviewed by Consumer Reports for 2008. I tested the usual crew, Corolla, Civic, Mazda3. All were real nice. When I tested the SE, I was impressed. I made a good deal and got the rebate on top of it. Had to wait two weeks for an SE in Carbon Grey with the heated seats + sunroof but it worth it. I actually got a compliment on its color. First time in 30 years anyone even noticed the color of my car. Almost too zippy at freeway speeds. Its got the power when you need it. Yes, the engine is a little noisy when pushed. I like to think it sounds sporty.
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Remarkable Car for the Price - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By rachmaninov1 - May 9 - 1:33 pmIve driven the Elantra SE Auto 500 miles since purchase two weeks ago. Steering on my unit is responsive and well-balanced, yet several units I test-drove had what felt like over-responsiveness to steering wheel movement. City ride is comfortable; minor bumps feel like minor bumps. Highway ride is comfortable too; easy to hit 70mph without feeling any loss of control. No difference in performance between wet and dry roads. Acceleration is adequate for ordinary highway merge, but is definitely geared towards fuel economy rather than fun. However, I did need to gun it once, and boy did it respond. Braking is smooth, although I have not needed to stop short. Avg. 29.9mpg in 50/50.
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Car of the year! - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By Anita - April 24 - 12:43 pmI bought this vehicle last year and due to the affordability I got the features that I wanted like a sunroof. Its great on gas getting 35MPG. I work at a Hyundai dealership and am proud to be selling such an economical vehicle.
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Ex-Honda Owner - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By chivo - April 22 - 3:27 pmbought leftover 08. Paid $13,200. Has automatic, bluetooth, a/c, fog lights, xm radio, mp3, radio/cd. All for a measly $13,200 plus tax. Try buying a stripped civic with a manual and no a/c for that. Extremely comfortable and quiet once you are up to speed. Yeah its a bit loud when youre accelerating hard, big deal. We had purchased a Kia optima lx and loved it. I actually like the smaller elantra better.
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Awesome first car - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By kristen - April 19 - 7:23 amI just graduated high school, and was looking at a lot of cars from Toyota to Mazda to Chevy. i finally found the Hyundai Elantra.Searching all over for the SE was crazy. if ur looking for an SE good luck finding one. The warranty is the best. The car is quiet and has a lot of room. the trunk is huge! the Elantra also gets very good gas, i have a 136 miles already and not even a half a tank.
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A lot of bang for your buck - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By alfarocat - April 9 - 6:20 pmThere are a lot of features that are standard here (example: ABS) that are extra on similar cars, like the Toyota Corolla. Its got great safety features--6 airbags! The interior is roomy and comfortable. The dash instrumentation is nice. Acceleration, while not great, is good enough. Its got XM radio, free for 3 months.
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QuickSilver Luxury - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By Ralph T. - April 2 - 4:53 pmThis is my third Elantra and it is by far the best. It is loaded with features and it has been turning heads wherever I go. Thats pretty cool when you turn heads in a car that cost less than 20K. The only option I did not get was leather, but the cloth seats warm up quickly on these cool northeast mornings. Next week I am taking it on a trip and I cant wait to see how comfortable it is on the long trip.
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Still happy - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
By Diane R - February 28 - 11:13 pmI traded in my 2003 Ford Windstar that was getting around 17 miles a gallon for this car. I still like approaching it in a parking lot and still think it is pretty cute. I got a 5 speed because I had one as a kid and was going through a mid-life thing! The gas mileage is a steady 29-31 depending where I drive. I still really like it overall. My husband keeps asking me if I still like it and it has been 8 months. I am not sure when he thinks I will say no. But I hope never!
