Overview & Reviews

The Hyundai Elantra gets enhanced suspension and steering tuning for 2009, along with new interior instrument and radio displays. A USB/iPod audio jack is now available.

• High-class cabin for the price, smooth and secure ride, spacious interior with adult-friendly backseat, well-equipped, low price, long warranty.

• Engine is noisy at mid-to-high rpm, a bit bland to drive, a few cheap interior bits.

User Reviews:

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  2009 Carpet dont fit cut to short - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Carpet dont fit - May 22 - 4:04 pm

  Carpet does not fit replaced 2 wks after new still dont fit & took back had them reorder another & still dont fit. Waiting for someone higher up to see what more can be done. Pretty bad their own parts dont fit their cars. Checked neighbors 2009 as well & same problem. The carpet is supposed to be tucked up under the console & stay under it. Engine replaced at 7,000 miles. Never got good gas mileage & still dont. Tires are horrible & car has poor traction - horrible in snow & rain. Have another Hyundai as well & love that one & fuel is better than advert. This one though leaves much to be desired & now I dont trust it. Had some rattle issues as well.

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  First new car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Megan - May 11 - 8:04 pm

  This was my first new car, actually my second car all together. I like the car and I think that for the price, and being that I do a lot of short trips, that it has yet to let me down. I do very well in gas mileage. Most of my trips are under 8 miles, to school and work. Took it on a long trip to visit colleges and the gas mileage was MORE than expected. I love it, and look forward to buying from Hyundai in the future.

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  21,000 miles later - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By rajo394 - April 4 - 1:53 am

  2009 Elantra SE, only defect was the radio and one speaker not working after 21,000 miles. Surprised to read about suspension problems. The ride seems very good considering the type of car. The seat covering could be better, attracts dirt. The steering is quick, have to keep your mind on the road. Handles Arizona bumps and potholes fairly well. It is my everyday work car and have been pleased. Second Elantra, I will hold it for 5 years and trade it in. Lots of plastic, holds the weight cost down. I get 28 mpg in city over 30 on highway depending on how fast I go. I believe it is the best value on the market.

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  Great Car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Hyundaiguy - March 19 - 12:14 pm

  This is my second Hyundai. In general I like this car. I have just begun after 11,000 miles to get good gas mileage. took a trip and got 37mpg. Interior is nice to the eyes, but mine has several small creaks and squeaks around front/back windshield, stereo surround. Outside pass side door handle gets stuck and door wont close. Other than that I like it.

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  love my elentra - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By marmar - March 4 - 11:00 pm

  I love my new elentra - i have about 1500 miles 0r 2 months - received an excellent deal - the end of the year savings - originally drove several minivans over the years - but now kids are grown - no more soccer mom - my husband is purchasing a 2010 sonata

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  Best car I have ever had! - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Messy - March 4 - 10:13 am

  Ive never had a new car before, granted, but I think I am a Hyundai owner for life! This car, though the basic model, is so great--gas mileage is very good. I just got 521.5 miles on a tank and when I filled it up I put in less than 14 gallons! Im eager to see if I can repeat that. I have put 15,500 miles on it in the 9 months Ive owned it, and so far its running like a dream!

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  commuter car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By 2bigfoot - February 26 - 12:54 pm

  I bought this car as a commuter vehicle. It gets 34 mpg doing my commute of 60 miles each way. I am 62" and for the most part it is a comfortable ride. If stuck in traffic for a while my right leg starts to cramp because there is not enough thigh support. I use a driving pillow which helps some. The front wheel well inserts seem a little flimsy because you can really hear all the road pebbles thrown up from the tires. The first couple hundred miles my radio died. It was replaced and now is O.K. Pretty quite highway ride and pretty good in the snow.

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  Brake Pedal Bracket Problem - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Peg - February 10 - 10:10 am

  Bought my new Elantra on Sept. 1, 2009. The biggest selling factor was 100,000 mile warranty and safety features. Until yesterday, no complaints except that gas mileage has proved to be only about 25 mpg not near the 33 mpg estimate. Then on Feb. 8, 2010, experienced problem accelerating. It suddenly acted as if it were stuck in 3rd gear. Brake made odd sounds and began to emit powerful burning smell. We thought we might have a transmission problem. When they called to tell us they had checked it out and it was ready for pick up, they said that a brake pedal bracket had come loose. They made it sound, however, as if I had done something wrong. That upset me.

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  My First New Car - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Gabe - January 14 - 7:29 pm

  I love this car it is very good on gas and its little enough to park almost anywhere! Ive had this car for about 4 months now and I love it, and its quiet on the highways. it needs a little work in the upgrading department as far as bluetooth, and interior and exterior accessories.

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  Youve Got to drive it - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By KentKEN1147 - January 4 - 12:42 pm

  I tried many cars at Auto Show before deciding on Elantra SE, more interior room than many bigger cars. Handling fantastic when pushed on mountain roads but SE suspension is sometimes unforgiving on poor roads. If the road is bad youll definitely know it. The car is great on freeways but you have to drive it, on the on ramps dont leave it in "D" use the shift-tronic youll enjoy the power and control it gives you. Im a high mileage driver and enjoy the 30-31 mpg average Im getting. Long rides avg 34+ mpg.