2003 Hyundai Elantra Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
The 2003 Hyundai Elantra comes with a single engine: a 135 hp, 2.0 liter inline 4-cylinder engine. Two transmissions are available: the...
The 2003 Hyundai Elantra comes with a single engine: a 135 hp, 2.0 liter inline 4-cylinder engine. Two transmissions are available: the standard 5 speed manual or the optional 4 speed automatic. Gas mileage is around 25 miles per gallon city miles and 33 highway miles. Certainly not a powerful car, the 2003 Hyundai Elantra has plenty to help drivers get from point a to point B.
Compared to luxury, touring sedans, the 2003 Hyundai Elantra may seem a little sparse, but there is plenty of comfort for the price. Air conditioning, cruise control, power windows and power locks a CD player, a trip computer, a leather steering cover and leather seats are all available, either standard or optional, depending on the trim, of which there are now three. The 4 door GT adds the lineup in 2003. In case the worst happens, driver, passenger and side airbags are standard on all three trims.
Owners seem to have a lot of great things to say about the 2003 Hyundai Elantra. The gas mileage is raved about, as are the few problems that the Elantra has. People like the way it looks and the way it drives. Like all cars, however, there were some commonly recurring issues. Due to the small engine, there is little acceleration. The interior parts and anything made of plastic aren't anything special, and the 2003 Hyundai Elantra doesn't hold resale value any better than a colander holds water. But if you can live with minor problems like these, then the 2003 Hyundai Elantra could be a fabulous commuter vehicle.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2003 Hyundai Elantra appreciate its excellent value, good reliability, and impressive gas mileage. Many drivers find it enjoyable to drive, mentioning smooth handling and decent performance for daily commuting. On the downside, some reviewers note issues with acceleration inconsistencies, interior space, and concerns about the braking system. Additionally, there are complaints about the car's susceptibility to minor body damage and squealing noises during startup."
It is a very reliable car, however the body gets dinged up easily. The car is great on gas mileage. And most performance parts have to come from Korea(talk about shipping costs alone). Definitely he best warranty out there.
February 21, 2009Great Car, good quality, very reliable. Handles great, good gas mileage.
February 20, 2008Car is fun to drive at night because of neon lights.!! Smooth Handling Recent Brake check Excellent suspension 2 owners Fantastic commute car Acceleration is average, V4 engine. 5 seating capacity shiny silver hub caps!! Reliable vehicle MPG 23/30, good on highway.
July 31, 2012What owners say
It is a very reliable car, however the body gets dinged up easily. The car is great on gas mileage. And most performance parts have to come from Korea(talk about shipping costs alone). Definitely he best warranty out there.
February 21, 2009Great Car, good quality, very reliable. Handles great, good gas mileage.
February 20, 2008Car is fun to drive at night because of neon lights.!! Smooth Handling Recent Brake check Excellent suspension 2 owners Fantastic commute car Acceleration is average, V4 engine. 5 seating capacity shiny silver hub caps!! Reliable vehicle MPG 23/30, good on highway.
July 31, 2012I like the good gas mileage, the good standard speakers and radio. It gas nice set up in the car on how the dash panel is displayed and organized. Its got good size cup holders and the car runs nicely.
February 27, 2011This car has adequate performance for its class. Transmission is smooth enough, and engine is adequate for daily commuting. Handling is secure but not too involving. Ride quality is decent. Brakes are the car's weak point since it's not equipped with ABS. Build quality is decent with good fit and finish, but interior materials could be better. Gas mileage is horrible for such a small car, with about 17 mpg in city driving/30 mpg hwy. Appearence is, well, easy on the eyes, still makes me smile after the carwash.
December 22, 2009for the price it seems an excellent value, and I would buy another if needed. Good safety ratings, runs smoothly, decent gas mileage, and quite reliable.
June 24, 2007its small but a gas saver. brake system is good, handles well. replecing the thermostat is a job!!! lol i get 38 miles/gallpn with mine, i have heard of some getting better, some worse. i love my car its fun to drive just small.
November 12, 2010I have mixed feelings about this car. Sometimes it accelerated quickly, but other times it would take forever to get going. It had great brakes, they worked perfectly, and I didnt have to even think of replacing them the whole time I owned the car. It handled pretty well, but it was kinda of stiff going around sharp turns. It was a nice looking car, but it wasnt stylish or sporty. The interior was nice, kinda cramped in the back for a sedan though. It had great gas mileage which is the only thing I really miss about it. The one bad thing that I hated about this car is that it kept sqealing almost every time I started the car. I replaced the altanator belt twice and took it to a mechanic like 3 or 4 times. They told me the last time it was my timing belt and that they fixed it but not even a mth later it was back to squealing again. It was pretty fun to drive it went pretty fast too.
September 2, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP $13,439 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 135 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 12.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG 25 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $14,989 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 135 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 12.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG 25 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $14,989 | Seating 5 |
Engine 2.0L 135 hp I4 | Cargo Capacity 12.9 cu ft |
Combined MPG 25 | Drivetrain FWD |
