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2002 Hyundai Elantra

2002 Hyundai Elantra
Overall rating:  Product Rating: 4.5

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Is this Hyundai's version of a Saab 9-5?

by shoplmart shoplmart is a Top Reviewer on Epinions in Cars & Motorsports, Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 10
Jan 28 '02 - Updated Jun 15 '03 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 4.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Interior, Handling, Price, Warranty
Cons: Un-original styling, Tacky leather. Could use a small 181 horse powered V6(hint hint).
The Bottom Line: While not my style, this car offers loads of standard equipment, and adequate performance at a very low price.

Since its introduction in the early 90's as an in-between model of the Excel, (later the accent) and Sonata, the Elantra has been a sales hit. With good looks, low price, and decent powertrains, the Hyundai Elantra was destine for...

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Elantra GT - Cheap Thrills

by BrianCam Epinions Most Popular Authors - Top 200
Jul 26 '02 - Updated Aug 23 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Fun, Functional, Looks Terrific, Value
Cons: Mis-matched interior lights, imprecise shifter
The Bottom Line: Value and fun are the top selling points in this 5 door compact. Lots of features and super fun handling make the GT a great budget choice.

It’s not easy to find a bargain these days, it seems like everything from milk to movie tickets is costing more and more. The same is true of new cars, it seems like only yesterday when $15,000 bought a well-equipped, mid-sized family sedan; today that...

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2002 Elantra GLS is the first car I've owned in over 20 years

by gunsrme
Apr 20 '08 - Updated Apr 22 '08 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Dependable, starts easily at -20, great MPG, over-all good vehicle.
Cons: Paint, body metal, plastic headlamp lens, resale value unless your the buyer.
The Bottom Line: A great car. Immaculate inside and out. 42,000 miles. Previously owned by an elderly gentleman who maintained it well.

I have driven this vehicle for 6 months and love it. No, I wasn't walking around for the previous 20+ years. I owned trucks. Other than a minor bit of front end vibration @ around 65MPH, a bit noisy especially since I don't use the stereo, (I know ...

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2002 Elantra GT...the Steal of the Century!

by jrs333
May 28 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: PRICE! Leather, Power Everything,Cargo Space Galore, Build Quality, Safety, Expensive Feel.
Cons: Resale value, Lighting in Cargo Area (GT only), nothing else...LOVE THIS CAR!
The Bottom Line: DRIVING IS BELIEVING! Take this car out on a spin, and you will be amazed at it's performance & features.

BOTTOM LINE: If you are looking for an incredible car at a fair (dare I say STEAL)price, put this car on your list!!!

I had been looking for a new car for quite some time. Originally, I was intending to purchase a used Volkswagon Passat (aka...

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Elantra GT hatchback: If you're reading this, you already suspect what I already know.

by laswaigas
Jul 16 '02 - Updated Jul 21 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 4.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Price, warranty, overall satisfaction
Cons: Headroom (for someone 6'2"), foot well is tight for size 12 shoes.
The Bottom Line: The GT hatchback combines versatility, economy, fun, and a plethora of standard features in an affordable and well-rounded package.

What does a "sleek package" mean? What does "loaded with features" mean? Forget all of that for a second because they can mean vastly different things to different people. All I can do is to try to give an objective review, talk about some of my...

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Went in for a GLS ,drove out with a GT

by omardeth
Jan 21 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Cheap, good power,4 wheel disc ,and few options needed.
Cons: Very little other than needs more hp's to be a true GT
The Bottom Line: Bang for the buck it can't be beat in my mind. Under 15k you can't find a better equipped car.

Well lets start out with the fact that I own a 95 accent with 158k miles on it . So Hyundai has made me a believer in them . So I went down and looked at the Elantra to replace it and give the Accent to my son. First let me state that I am not a writer...

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GT for ME!

by roastedbeans
Mar 24 '02 - Updated Jul 06 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Overall quality craftsmanship, road feel, quiet HWY driving, THE PRICE!
Cons: Annoying chimes, finding a GT with the options you do/don't want
The Bottom Line: Hands down a better car than even the oft heralded Civic

After spending countless hours on the internet reading for what seemed like months every review a person could ever filter through, I finally went to check out the Elantra. My initial thought upon deciding to purchase a new vehicle was "Go...

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Woah I am driving in style

by Hopalong4
Aug 22 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Good price,nice ride,lots of power items, IE locks and windows
Cons: None
The Bottom Line: Great car for a great price. Go get one.

I purchased a GLS model of the Elantra. We were shopping for a truck for my hubby and I came home with a new car. Mine is Midnight Gray in color. It is kind of a purle/gray color. My hubby calles it the Barney mobile.

The car has power....

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Not bad for a starter car

by genesyxx
Mar 15 '05 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Pricing, lots of standards, trunk space, head and leg room, Above standard engine
Cons: ABS not standard
The Bottom Line: Anyone looking for an economy/passenger car should DEFINATELY keep this in mind.

Truthfully, there is nothing I can say bad about this car. I've had mine for 1 1/2 yrs now (lots o' mileage) and it still runs with ease. Only problem I've had so far is a slight movement in one of my tire rods, but that was fixed without a problem. Qu ...

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Powerful, Affordable

by jsnowbordr47
May 18 '05 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 4.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Safety features, Engine Power, Handling, Stock Radio
Cons: Engine/Cabin Noise, No standard ABS, Transmission Shifts, TPS, paint quality
The Bottom Line: I recommend this car because Its still running good after 60,000 miles and 3 years of my "abuse/joyriding" Its fairly reliable and provides good power for the price.

I have a 2002 Hyundai Elantra GLS which was bought brand new. It currently has 65,875 miles on it and it's still running great. This car was used to alleviate some of the gas costs which my 1995 Suburban were costing me. Overall the gas mileage of ...

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Best small car I've ever owned. In fact. Best car.

by pixsell
Nov 14 '03 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Best value I could find. And I'm cheap. Everything works, and works well.
Cons: Crappy mileage. All round discs should work way better than they do.
The Bottom Line: I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a little known head turner with awesome value for money.

Yea, I've owned a ton of them and there's no doubt Hyundai have a cult classic here. Anyone who even knows this car exists will most likely say they like it. It has the good looks of a European sport hatch back with a fraction of the cost and a heap more ...

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Great car for the money, but some problems with cosmetic wear

by littlequincy
Oct 31 '03 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 4.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: reliable, lots of features, great value for the money.
Cons: Poor cosmetic workmanship. Multiple cosmetic problems.
The Bottom Line: Would definitely recommend the 2002 Elantra to others based on reliability, value, and warranty. However, I would caution potential buyers not to be surprised if cosmetic issues start creeping up.

I purchased my 2002 Elantra new 1 1/2 years ago. It currently has 16,000 miles. I originally bought it for its price, features and warranty. As other reviews have already commented, the 2002 Elantra is a great value for the money. It has similar fea ...

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Great car, nice price, still a secret

by ultramove
Jul 13 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Safe Features, Style, Standard Features, Warranty
Cons: Unproven Reliability, Squeaks and Rattles, Paint Easily Chipped
The Bottom Line: Price and features match no other. This car should cost $20k. Test drive one and you will agree. (push those RPMs or the engine will feel a little weak.)

Unlike others on here, I have been driving my car for a few thousand miles so my review may be more helpful.

I researched cars for quite some time before driving off the lot with my new Elantra. No other car out there can match safe features...

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Great car; Amazing value

by pagey
Jan 25 '02 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Not enough space here. See review.
Cons: Not enough space here. See review.
The Bottom Line: If you could use an extra $3000-$7000, buy this car instead of one of the other sports coupes.

PROS: Very affordable; Reasonable power; Well-tuned suspension; Super warranty; Well-equipped with standard features; Huge cargo space; Great styling; (purple gauge!); Alloy wheels; Good tires; 4-doors; Did I mention very affordable?

CONS: 20...

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Surprise Buy On The Slightly Used Market

by fenderbender42
Apr 11 '03 - Updated Jan 06 '04 

Author's Product Rating: Product Rating: 5.0 Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Low, low price, lots of interior space, full load of equipment
Cons: More interior color choices
The Bottom Line: This is an excellent buy on the slightly used market. Look at Hyundai dealers for the best deals, especially if you're looking for a low-mileage example.

When my oldest started high school four years ago, I made my four boys, now aged 18, 16-year-old twins, and 14, a deal: If they kept their grades up, stayed out of trouble and did their best to save for school, I would do my best to buy each of them a ...

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