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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  I Love My Hyundai Elantra! - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Cindy - December 19 - 12:14 pm

  I bought my 2009 elantra as a used vehicle. It has turned out to be one of the best cars, and is the most fun to drive of most of the cars I have owned, previously I have owned Mercedes c2330, e500, and s500, navigator ultimate, 3 Chevy trailblazer ext lts, etc., so I am giving you my opinion after driving quite a few high end cars. Im wondering now why I spent all that money on those cars, when I could have just bought an elantra... I love the sun roof, XM radio, the fact I can use my ipod, the cd/stereo sounds awesome, and I love the color (White) it is sporty, I get lots of compliments on it and the value is unbelievable along with the gas mileage, about 31 mpg.. The warranty is also great

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  Beware - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Davo - December 15 - 9:59 pm

  When I took the car in to the dealer at 2600 (yes 2600)miles to check an engine noise. I was told the engine was bad and would be replaced. They used a REMANUFACTURED engine short block. I talked to 4 levels of Hyundai consumer affairs and was told this is routine. So a used engine in my brand new car. The warranty isnt worth much if they use used parts.

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  Wish it had telescopic steering wheel - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Dave - December 7 - 8:12 pm

  Replaced a 1994 Corolla that i really liked. Purchased mainly by price but positive reviews were also important. Driving comfort and MPGs are important to me. My main complaint is no telescopic steering wheel. Did not notice this during test drive, but in order for arms to be comfortable, I have to put the seat very close (I am short, 56"). Hopefully ill get used to it.

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  Ride and Road noise!? - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By oldboyscout - December 3 - 1:51 pm

  After 3000 miles am very happy with SE Except for Ride (any bump is transmitted to my a..) and Road Noise (sound of tires against asphalt ((no concrete here)) very high on freeways and state/local roads.) Wonder if stock tires on alloy 16 rims to blame? Sidebar: Ive been driving 50 years.

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  All in the family - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By raztaz143 - November 21 - 11:31 am

  Great-fun vehicle to own. My sister owned a 2000 Hyundai Elantra Wagon, which was very impressive and had almost 200,000 miles when she replaced it with a 2007 Hyundai Elantra GLS. I was impressed with both, so I decided to get the 2009 model-with a sunroof, mudguards, heater seats, wheel-locks- had to spoil myself some! It drives great, took it on a few trips, Excellent gas mileage for sure, and a definitely nice vehicle for any lengthy trip!

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  Did the research... - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Reen - November 14 - 4:48 pm

  We cash for clunkered and got our Elantra for $10000. Id have been happy with just that great deal, but now throw in reliability, nice gas mileage, solid looks, and fun driveability, and Im a happy girl. I knew I wanted a reliable, low-cost car to get back and forth to work/school, and that would last for YEARS. After checking all the research, Hyundai was the only manufacturer left standing that fit my criteria, and if anything does go wrong, the unbeatable warranty has me covered. This is the first new car Ive purchased since 1991, and only Hyundai managed to convince me the purchase would be worth the investment. So far, so good....

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  Not Happy with the ride. - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Catherine Curtis - November 12 - 11:14 am

  This car vibrates like a lumber wagon and it has Solis tires on it. That could be the problem, but I dont think so. I have had 2 4-wheel alignments on it and the wheels balanced 3 times in 17,000 miles. It is now in for rebalancing again at the price of $100.00, plus diagnostic fees. I had a 2003 Hyundai Elantra and it was a great car. Drove it for 6 years 100,000 with the wheels taken care of 2 times. Fuel economy is not as good as advertised or as good as my 2003.

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  This car stinks - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Laurie - November 11 - 9:53 am

  I purchased this car brand new. I was so excited. It was suppose to get 33mpg on the highway. I only drive highway miles. I am getting 24mpg and the dealer and Hyundai just say they cant find anything wrong with it. They are not doing anything about it but giving me the run around. I will never purchase another Hyundai again!!! Should have bought the Toyota like I was thinking about!

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  Engine vibration above 2500rpm - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By c0mmuter - November 7 - 8:14 am

  I bought the Elantra back in August 2009, 3600 miles currently. It has performed reliably, no major mechanical problems. Handles well, though the steering is a little stiff. For a small car, it rides well on a variety of surfaces. However, the engine vibration is excessive above 2500RPM in all gears. It is felt in the drivers feet. I took the car to the dealer ship and was assured that this is normal by the service department. I did not run it above 2500RPM during the test drive. The manual says that during the first 600 mile break in to run the engine between 2000-4000rpm. The vibration has reduced a little since August 2009.

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  Solid vehicle - 2009 Hyundai Elantra
  By Joegiant - November 7 - 4:40 am

  So far, so good. For those shopping for a good, reliable, relatively inexpensive commuter vehicle, this may in fact be the one. Youre not buying prestige but rather "bang for the buck". Hyundai truly has packed alot of punch into this car for the pricepoint. Many standard safety features too numerous to list. Comfortable ride. Decent gas mileage (getting about 34 on the hwy after 5,000 miles break-in). Slushbox trans works the way its supposed to - trouble free. Start er up, put er in drive and away you go. Trouble free transportation. With Cash for Clunkers program, after all the smoke, paid under $11k for this 09 Elantra SE. Truly remarkable. Give this company a serious look!