2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS Hatchback review from North America
"Delighted with this car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not a thing.
General comments?
I am very pleased with the Elantra. I bought it to replace my Mazda Protege 5 after it was totalled in an accident. I considered buying a Mazda 3, but couldn't quite afford one, even used. I don't regret at all buying the Hyundai.
My favorite feature on the car are the seats. The upolstery is very nice and appears very durable & high quality. The seats themselves are extremely comfortable. In fact, I would venture to say that the only cars I've ridden in with comparable seat comfort are Volvos and SAABs.
The interior appears to me to be significantly larger than the competition. I don't know if that's due to the SAAB-like curve of the hatchback or what.
Handling, after coming from the Mazda PR5, seemed at first a little disappointing, but as I've warmed up to it, I realize it's pretty darn good. The ride quality is excellent for a compact car too.
A little sluggish off the line, but once you hit your stride, a very different story.
Construction & materials are fairly impressive for this price.
I think the Japanese automakers should take note...
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 2005 |
| Year of manufacture | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 CVVT 4 cylinder Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 23 miles |
| Most recent distance | 15670 miles |
| Previous car | Mazda Protege |
| Date of Entry | 9th February, 2006 |