Overview & Reviews

Hyundai's Elantra sedan was redesigned last year, but the big news for 2002 is the release of the GT version, an all-new five-door hatchback that boasts such upscale standard equipment as a leather-trimmed interior, European suspension tuning, four-wheel disc brakes, 15-inch wheels, foglamps and a CD player. In September 2002, Hyundai announced that it had misstated the horsepower ratings for all of the models in its lineup -- the Elantra is now rated at 135 hp, rather than 140. To compensate, the company is offering owners (of 2000 models and newer) three options: 10 years of roadside assistance, 6-year/72,000-mile basic warranty coverage or 12-year/120,000-mile powertrain coverage.

• Solidly built, powerful engine for its class, plenty of standard features, ultra-low price tag.

• Funky front styling details.

User Reviews:

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  Hot Little Number - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By FlyDriver - January 18 - 10:00 am

  Plenty o character in this car with the best apparent value of all I researched and tested. Hot, fun, practical, and a bit different (read: better) than your neighbors. Im consistently glad I chose it, and my friends are pleasantly surprised when they check it out.

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  My Second Hyundai - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By timtriolo - December 20 - 2:00 am

  After owning a Tiburon and having no mechanical problems with it, I purchased my Elantra GT. I knew it to be a steal with all of its standard features and great styling. So far, Ive been just as happy with this Hyundai as I have been with my first. The structural integrity is incredible. I was hit three times by a drunk driver in a hit and run accident, and my car didnt budge from its lane. The leather interior is as beautiful as it is utilitarian. People tell me it looks like a SAAB. I got the look without paying the high premium I would have for the SAAB. My neighbor teased me about purchasing the Elantra; his SAAB has been in the shop twice this year.

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  Great Car - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By James McDonald - December 17 - 2:00 am

  I looked at several other options and for the money this was by far the best deal. I gave it a little going through durring the test drive and found it really quiet and responsive.

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  I LOVE THIS CAR!! - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By EPMD - December 12 - 10:00 am

  I LIKE THIS CAR MORE THAN MY 94 VW GOLF, AND THAT CAR WAS GREAT TO ME.

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  Great Value - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By ChrisSD - November 30 - 2:00 am

  I didnt even consider Hyundai until I got to the dealership. I test drove it and loved it!

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  Every College Student Should Buy One!!!! - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By bigballer9036 - November 30 - 2:00 am

  This is the first new car that I purchased and am glad to say that I choose Hyundai. I went to the dealership told them what I wanted and they delivered. I recently took my elantra on a road trip and it performened wonderfully. This is one car I would buy again.

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  Excellent commuter vehicle - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By WV Owner - November 28 - 6:33 pm

  Great for driving to work 60 miles a day. Looked at buying used but price with warranty buying it new was better deal. Did have throttle position sensor go out - driveable home and parked it. Called 800 road side service number, tow truck at house within the hour and towed 56 miles to dealership at no cost and repaired at no cost. Manifold cracked in 8/05 - already under recall notice so replaced at no charge. Good gas mileage, dependable, stand behind warranty. Best deal for work miles and just day-to-day running around. If you want to spend your money on a fashion statement find something else. If you want transporation this cant be beat.

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  great economy car - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By Greg - November 9 - 3:57 pm

  I have had no real problems with this car. I wanted a vehicle that could haul my upright bass and other instruments but also had decent gas mileage. The Elantra hatchback fit the bill. It has performed marvelously. It has many of the ammenities of luxury cars at an affordable price. I liked the car so much, that we bought a 2002 Hyundai Accent hatchback as a second vehicle. By the way, it too can fit my double bass, but the neck does extend between the two front seats!

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  Love my Hyundai - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By Patty - October 29 - 2:16 pm

  Drove to Columubus OH from Philly on one tank of gas - with AC! I truly enjoy driving my Hyundai, recommend the manual transmission to zip around and compete with the V6s on the roads these days. My husband has a 2000 Honda Civic and I much, much prefer my Hyundai. Just turned over 40,000 miles and drive my car hard with no problems!

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  ELANTRA GT - 2002 Hyundai Elantra
  By quietjohn1 - October 25 - 10:00 am

  Overall a neat car. my only complaint so far are the sweaty leather seats, would rather have cloth. As to horsepower, the specs say 140 HP. If this engine has 140HP, they must be Shetland ponies. My 1995 ford contour with a 2.0 litre 4 cyl. (122hp), and my 1995 ford probe with a 2.0 litre 4 cyl. (118hp)both have a lot more power than this one. The car does handle nicely and the hatchback is what I wanted. Just wish it really had 140HP.