The Hyundai Elantra is one of the quickest, most comfortable cars in its segment while also coming in at a price point that undercuts its competition.
The Hyundai Elantra got a mid-cycle refresh two years ago, but it’s reaching a point where a complete overhaul is becoming necessary to keep it up to date. Even so, it wins on several fronts, from its price tag to its handsome styling. Hyundai also offers a longer warranty than almost any of its competition, and the Elantra is a winner on price, yet missteps on fuel economy and safety are worth noting.
The Elantra is offered as both a four-door sedan and a five-door hatchback. Each is available in two trims: GLS and GT.
No matter the setup, each version is powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 138 horsepower and 136 lb-ft of torque (cars sold in certain states get slightly less power due to emissions regulations). A manual transmission is standard, and an automatic can be added for $800.
The Hyundai Elantra is aimed at new car buyers that want a fun-to-drive subcompact car. It competes against the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, and Nissan Sentra. The Hyundai Elantra GT, with its premium interior and sport-tuned suspension, could almost be considered a competitor to the Volkswagen Golf and Golf GTI, which is high praise for the Korean vehicle.
4.2 Overall rating
(24 reviews)comfortable, good ride, lots of space...reasonably priced, good on gas...right now, that makes it awesome.
like: good gas mileage and very reliable! Haven't had a more reliable car ever! dislike: not good at racing and it's a cheap mode of transportation. This car will never break down... so I expect to keep it for a very long time!
It doesn't look fast, but it's 2.0L DOHC engine with 140 horses geared high on the 5-speed manual, and a car weigh-in of 2700 pounds, it's got potential, very fun. Great stock sound system. Plenty of room for three more friends. Great cargo. Great lighting. Will have many years of fun with this car.
This is a great little car for anyone who just wants to go places.. It has nice pick-up, smooth handling, and has pretty good gas mileage. AVG MPG is around 26 in the city and close to 34 on the highways. I own the manual, which is a lot of fun. The clutch is really smooth and the control is excellent. The only major downside is that there is a great loss of horsepower once the A/C is turned on.. makes the acceleration slow down a lot from a stand-still.
I have been pleasantly surprised at the handling and performance of my mom-mobile. Weather we are loaded up for a long trip or zipping around town we get there quickly. I have driven lots of vehicles: sports/performance cars, wagons & minivans, a dual-axle pick-up, & econo cars. They all have their pros & cons but this is a happy medium!
2005 Hyundai Elantra FAQs
Is the 2005 Hyundai Elantra a good car?
CarGurus experts gave the 2005 Hyundai Elantra an overall rating of 6.7/10 and 2005 Hyundai Elantra owners have rated the vehicle a 4.2/5 stars on average. If a vehicle has both strong expert and owner reviews, you can feel confident in its quality. If either expert reviews, owner reviews, or both are spotty, you might want to do some research to figure out where the car falls short.
How many 2005 Hyundai Elantra vehicles in Bakersfield, CA have no reported accidents or damage?
1 out of 1 for sale near Bakersfield, CA have no reported accidents or damage.
Is the 2005 Hyundai Elantra safe?
CarGurus experts gave the 2005 Hyundai Elantra a safety rating of 5/10.
What is the fuel economy of the 2005 Hyundai Elantra?
Depending on the engine and options, the 2005 Hyundai Elantra gets between 24 and 24 MPG (or MPGe).
What fuel types are available?
Gasoline engines are available.
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