Overview & Reviews

Bigger inside and out, the redesigned 2001 Elantra boasts stylish sheet metal, a refined 140-horsepower engine and improved noise, vibration and harshness characteristics. Poised to tackle the best in the class, the Elantra comes well equipped for less than $13,000. Though the useful station wagon model has been stricken from the lineup, a five-door hatchback is set to debut next year.

• Solidly built, powerful engine for its class, plenty of standard features, ultra-low price tag.

• Funky front styling details, wagon no longer available.

User Reviews:

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  Good little car - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By BobL - July 21 - 10:08 am

  Good little car for the money. Warranty is not what its cracked up to be. Gas mileage could be better for the size of the car. Clutch is slushy, almost NO feedback. Died after 30,000 miles and found out it ISNT covered under the powertrain warranty. Dealer wanted $1300 to replace, went locally and had it done for $800. Never had a clutch last less than 80,000 miles before.

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  worth every penny - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Ela - July 17 - 1:34 pm

  From the day I drove it off the lot Ive never regretted owning my elantra, milkruns, cross country jaunts, piled high with friends into town its simple interior makes it easy to clean and pack full of stuff. The fold down back seats have been a huge convenience as Ive moved big pieces. The engine is great for the size of the vehicle, and once I replaced the factory-standard tire I found the ride to be really enjoyable! Fuel efficient, especially for a car form 2001, its had a two mechanical issues in five years, but the warantee is the real deal, I didnt pay a penny.

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  Good auto for the money - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Reg - July 16 - 10:29 pm

  Was a great car to drive. Gas mileage could be better.Trunk lid did not open high enough and would always hit my head on the latch. Another weak point were the front disk brakes. Had to turn rotors 3 times in 60000 miles. Had to replace rotors and calipers. Had to replace the radio twice and needed relacing again when I sold the car at 73000 miles.

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  Dangerous for tall people - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By whatever - June 5 - 10:57 pm

  I love this car and recently got an awesome deal on it. But I have to sit rather akward to keep my head from hitting the ceileing (im 63"). It has a sun roof which is nice though thats where my head is. Problem is if I get hit at the passenger door im very likely to break my neck, even at slower speeds.

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  Warranty to trap you into a low quality - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By misti - May 31 - 6:31 pm

  I have had the worst luck with hyundai. My elantra had the gas pedal stuck and at 3000 rpms on the freeway as i was trying to change from one to another. The warranty is NOT worth the car as I was in the dealership EVERY month!! The input speed sensor, output speed sensor, warning lights, check engine light-hose leaks, ALL on seperate occasions. Then the dealership(Anaheim) told me nothing was wrong with my ac but it has a hideous sound when i turn it to four. they waited until after my warranty expired to tell me NEVER again will I buy from them. The warranty is not worth the endless trips to the dealership (with no loaner either).

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  Buyer beware - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Lee - May 15 - 9:22 am

  I have never had a car with so many problems in my life. The headlights have gone out simultaneously 6 TIMES, which the dealer claims is a coincidence. The car has been at the dealer and mechanic more than my husbands 1991 Ford Escort. As soon as one thing is fixed, another goes wrong, many things over and over again (like the air bag for instance). I have a friend who bought the same car at the same time and she is having some of the same problems.

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  My 2001 Hyundai Elantra GT - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Rebecca - March 26 - 1:03 pm

  I have owned this car since 2002, with 4000 miles on it, this car has been reliable and fun to drive, great for a 17 year old or an adult, and comes fully loaded I would definatly reccomend this car to others that are looking, and GREAT on gas, as I drive all day for my business.

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  Will never buy another Hyundai! - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Caleb - February 24 - 12:10 pm

  I have had nothing but problems with my vehicle from the start!!! Ive had my car stall out in numerous places. Have had an oxygen sensor replaced, two (2) wiring harnesses caught fire! Ive gone through 18 halogen head lamps, my car viciously started shaking at ~ 30K miles, and the dealers didnt want to do anything about it. Also, the Hyundai corporate office will not be of any assistance to you. There "consumer affairs" department is a waste of money!

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  Hyundai, better than ever! - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By bizzy81k - February 24 - 10:00 am

  Very reliable silver 5-spd. Only problem- right headlight went out a week ago- but was covered by warranty. As for fuel economy, I average 25.6 mpg during a week of rides between my home and school (about 2 or 3 miles away) daily, and 20 mile trips to work 4 times a week. Not bad considering the way I drive the car.

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  Great Little Car! - 2001 Hyundai Elantra
  By Jay - February 19 - 4:46 pm

  I have enjoyed this car greatly. It is much better than the Accord I used to have. I drive mostly city and consistently average around 28 mpg which is not bad. One of the best things about this car, though, is its performance (especially with a manual). This car actually has torque (unlike my previous vehicle). This makes for a peppy car (that gets better with a few modifications). Overall a great value.