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“My Elantra”

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Leea4 recommends this car
07/27/2008

I absolutely Love my car.. its so easy to drive. It boosts my confidence. It is so quiet. It's not jerky when shifting gears. We got a great deal. rego and metallic paint included. I Love this car and yes its fun to drive. I would reccomend it any time.

Pros — Its the greatest little big car ever
Cons — Haven't got any yet
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“2008 Hyundai Elantra Se”

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Jeff1115 recommends this car
07/19/2008

I was very weary about this purchase.  We got the 2008 Elantra SE in Carbon Gray.  After driving it and getting used to the features, I am surprised to say I love the car.  It is very user friendly, the pickup is pretty good for a car that size, and although there were a few cheap plastics, the car is built well.  

The Elantra gets great gas mileage and engine maintenance is easy with a spread out engine bay.  While I may not like the exterior apprearance that much, but it will do.  Certainly consider the Elantra if you are purchasing a small car by the end of 2008.  

Pros — Acceleration, Radio, Steering, Engine Bay
Cons — Weight, Alarm System,
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“A Surprise From The Company That Came Out Of Nowhere”

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Steve2841 recommends this car
03/22/2008

Hyundai came to america as a cheap car manufacturer and most of the general population knew they weren't the best cars ever mostly because of mediocre at best styling and a very cheap materials feel on the inside. However, we see now that Hyundai is a very serious competitor in the market these days ever since they started putting out some very good cars. The new elantra is no exception to their new image. It is a very well made car with a lot going for it. The styling is pretty, something that women will go for more than men i would think, but the interior is just something great for a car in the under $20k bracket.

The hefty steering wheel is a good start for this car, and the rest of the interior follows suit along with it. Everything seems durable and built to last. Easy to use and ergonomic, it is a very user friendly car.

It drives well too, the steering could be sharper (we're not looking at a sports car or European built sedan here) but its crisp and easy. Acceleration is adequate and the brakes feel balanced, there's no travel in the pedals before you get anything out of it. The ride is very comfortable, even in the back despite the fact that there is not a very advanced suspension here. It goes around corners quite well and the seats hold you in place while you whip around.

This is a very good car for commuting, and has enough space for all your shopping as well.

Pros — Build quality, interior, performance is enough.
Cons — Hyundai badge is still avoided by many
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