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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  Whole lotta car for the money - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By Purpy - December 26 - 11:29 am

  I LOVE THIS CAR!!! This is my first "foreign" car but absolutely love it. You get a lot of car for the money, and I feel so safe with all the airbags that almost surround you.

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  Value, efficiency, and functionality. - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By douger - December 21 - 7:32 pm

  I shopped Toyota, Scion, Honda and meant to test drive the Mazda 3. The deal I was presented with on my Hyundai caused me to stop shopping. I needed an economical sedan comfortable enough for a family of 4 safely travel. The room and drive was so pleasant, I probably would have been back after Mazda anyway. Engine noise I read about was not as bad as expected and the overall car is superior in functional design. After 6 months and 9,000 miles, Im still finding new things about the car like the fact I cant lock the car with keys in the ignition. If the initial quality rolls into long term reliability, other car manufacturers will have to try extremely hard to win my business back.

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  Follow up to 8/10 review - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By Dave - December 21 - 12:02 am

  This is a followup, I have had the car for 4 months and am very pleased with it. I have been getting anywhere from 35 - 38 mph in mixed driving. The brakes are excellent, the a/c cools the car down quickly and the heater warms it up just as quick. Again, I do not know why anyone would buy a Civic after owning this car. It is bigger, base models come with more, is much quicker, and costs anywhere from 2k to 4k less.

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  A really nice little car - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By Harrumpf - December 19 - 12:32 pm

  When the gas crunch hit, I decided to sell my Subaru (great car...bad city MPG) and purchase a small economy car. While focused on Civics and Corollas initially because of their stellar reputations, no dealers were willing to discount anything. So, I took my open mind to the local Hyundai store and drove the Elantra. I was immediately impressed with the car. Then I started to read up on it. Consumer Reports rated it HIGHER than the Civic and Corolla....as a matter of fact it rated it #1 in class. I bought an SE for $16,100....a full $2,200 bucks less than the best price I could get on a Civic EX. I have already put 12,000 carefree miles on it and would recommend it highly!

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  5 MONTHS 7000 MILES REALITY CHECK - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By avtbud - December 15 - 9:11 am

  This is a follow-up of my 1st review. I still love my Elantra and still think it is unbeatable for the $$. Those of you who complain about it should definitely consider spending more money and buy in another segment...Since I put brand new winter tires on, I dont get more than 27 MPG. Got free XM for 3 months then 4.99 $/month special told them would cancel after and got another 3 months at 4.99/month...Bought the trunk tray and find it essential. Just experienced the ESC taking over on icy road and it did a TERRIFIC job!

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  Best in class - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By BK - December 10 - 5:40 pm

  Price, gas mileage, standard safety options, and warranty are why I chose the Elantra over other cars in its class. I love all the standard options like XM, 4 wheel ABS, standard side airbags, heated mirrors, blue lights, fog lights, stereo system. I chose this over the Nissan Sentra because of all the standard equipment and the warranty. You just cant beat it. Its a fun car to drive, handles well and just has a overall sturdy feel. It sips gas and after driving a light pick up for over ten years the gas savings are noticeable.

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  really nice for the money - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By bostonb - November 24 - 10:23 pm

  Really Nice car for its price. Fuel economy in the city 23 mpg using it for pizza delivery around 100 miles a day. Suspension can be better. Also there is a little bit of cracking in the interior but cant complain since I got the car for only $14,200 (a lot of negotiating). This car is made for gas saving so dont expect any good acceleration for racing. A lot of room inside and trunk is huge. Looks a lot better with tinted Windows and make sure you get seat covers in they are not black. All my friends have been impressed. If I dont get any mechanical problems, I will recommend this car to everyone.

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  First time foreign, 8k mi in and good! - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By fatjake - November 21 - 11:34 pm

  Purchased an 2008 Elantra GLS with a 5 speed and the popular equip package for low $15k in July 2008. So far I LOVE it. Before this I was a strict 80s GM boat guy. This car is much quicker than I would have expected, and my MPG has been between 29-36mpg per tank. I am very happy, and I cant stress how much fun the car is to drive. The interior is more roomy than you would think from the outside and the back seat is more than sufficient. All around, I am very impressed with the quality of design in this car. I feel that Hyundai may be entering the realm that Toyota and Honda entered in the early 90s. Give it another few years and these cars will have the reputation they deserve!

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  Great Car to Buy - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By johpen - November 1 - 8:51 pm

  This is my second Elantra. My first I traded after 4.5 yrs with 160,000 miles with no major repair work. My two sons also drive Elantras and one son is getting ready to purchase his second also.

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  After 6 Mo/ Comparing with wifes Civic - 2008 Hyundai Elantra
  By David - November 1 - 7:04 am

  After having the Elantra for 6 months, Im a very happy Elantra owner. I have not found one defect inside or out. This car delivers up to 41 mpg on the freeway and as low as 27 city which is a huge range but with the AC off on short trips in a rural area I average 31mph. We also purchased a new Civic Ex about the same time for my wife.I have to say that the Elantra has a much smoother and more quiet ride than the Civic EX that my wife drives. The Elantra has a slower responsive steering set up but not sure if that is bad since Im not racing the Indy 500. The interior could be nicer but for the money, this car is hard to beat.