Overview & Reviews

The 2011 Hyundai Elantra has been fully redesigned, with an attractive design, new features, an efficient 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine and new six-speed transmissions.

• Comfortable and well-built cabin
• Outstanding fuel economy on all models
• Large trunk
• Lots of features for the money
• Distinctive styling.
• Long warranty coverage

• Not as sporty as some rivals.
• Limited rear headroom

User Reviews:

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  Amazing Car! - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By mlrollin91 - September 24 - 11:55 am

  I absolutely love this car. Gas mileage is amazing on this vehicle. Only car that I have had that comes even close to the EPA rating. The only gripe I have is that when purchasing the Limited Premium Package, the so called 360Watt sound system is not even close to 360Watt. Maybe 200 at most. Replacing speakers and putting in a subwoofer for the lows and the car is perfect. Recommend to everyone.

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  Another Bad Car Decision - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By whblack - September 19 - 11:36 pm

  We traded in our 2006 CR-V because we really didnt need an SUV and were looking for a reliable car with excellent gas mileage. Getting the Elantra was a mistake. After reading the reviews on the Elantra, we thought we were getting a better car. We looked at the Corolla, Civic, and Hybrids. We decided to go with the Elantra because it was not a hybrid, offered really good gas mileage, and promised reliability. The Elantras mileage is not as advertised. After 4 months and over 3000 miles, we are averaging about 23-25 mpg (around 31-34 on the hwy). I dont believe the mpg read-out on the car and dont know what the ECO mode means (on most of the time). Were worried about quality now.

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  Dont buy for gas mileage - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By unclogum - September 17 - 1:13 pm

  I bought it for mileage. The days when manufactures lied to you are suppose to be over. At 3,000 miles power steering went out. Repair time 5 days. While on board computer says 38 MPG the real gas mileage is 31-34 mpg. Six thousand of car now and just did Oregon to Wy. trip taking northern route there and southern back. Cruise control, real gas, nothing got me above 35 mpg. I dont like being lied to so I will not buy another.

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  Horrible Navigation System - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By stellasmom - September 17 - 11:18 am

  Ive been driving my 2011 Elantra now for 9 months. I have a major complaint about the navigation system. It does not follow major highways and fastest routes. It takes you down every country road and very strange routes. Hyundai needs to update the system to better software now. Ive tried using the alternate route option, but that just makes things worse. Also, everytime the car is stopped and I press the gas, both in reverse and forward, the rearend is making a pinging sound. Im not sure what it is yet, it could be the brakes or something in the rearend. One additional problem that I am having is vibration of the engine w/ AC on. The steer wheel vibrates and something under drivers seat.

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  If buying for Gas mileage, dont do it!! - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By shanebro - September 5 - 3:30 pm

  Purchased the car in April of 2011, and I now have 11,000 miles on it. I have driven the car embarrasingly conservative (I have Smart cars and Pruises passing me like I am standing still... No joke) This car will NOT get 30-40 as advertized. I drive partial thruway and partial city, so I would say mixed driving. I get 26-29 mpg. I did get 35 mpg on the highway once, but I never went over 65 and I slowed up going up hills... You know the drill.) Would love to know who they paid to get the rating that they received. So in my opinion the only reason that you would buy this car would be for the warranty, it certainty is not "fun to drive" that for sure.

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  Annoying engine vibration - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By stellasmom - August 6 - 9:07 am

  I bought my 2011 Elantra in January. My mpg averages 27 in the city and as high as 37 on a 600 mile trip. Im not getting the advertised mpg. My major compliant is that the cars engine vibrates at idle with the air conditioner on and the engine is hot. Very annoying. The steering wheel vibrates and the drivers side seat vibrates. I took it to dealer service dept to have this checked out and was informed that there was no fix. The car has no idle adjustment. Ive owned cars this size all my life and its been since the 70s that Ive owned a car that vibrated. Obviously the engine is not powerful enough to carry the load of the air conditioner. Cute car, but dont let looks fool you.

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  paint issues/update - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By bhamcarguy - July 22 - 8:43 am

  Just a brief update...in general I like the car..the local dealer scratched my car in 2 places and made some mistakes while repairing the initial paint quality issues. The main areas involved are under the doors and where the water drains around the trunk lid. Unfortunately, this has esclated in the local dealer contacting the regional Hyundai mfg representative to go over the car with me before repairs go any further. Ive never had any issues of this nature with a brand new car and needless to say Im disappointed (so far) with the local dealers repair and the paint fit and finish. Other than the paint, I generally like the car.

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  Great compact car - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By fmcpherson - July 12 - 9:15 pm

  Test drove the Honda Civic, Accord, and Scions. None could compete with the Elantras price, equipment, style, warranty, and mileage. It is a very comfortable and fun car to drive. Back seat leg room in very impressive for its class. The only feature I dont like is the flat repair kit in place of a spare tire. Local dealerships were trying to add an additional $3,000 over MSRP, but I found a customer oriented dealership that didnt feel like taking advantage of customers on the popular models and sold me the car at a very good price.

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  Dont Buy!!! Spun Rod Bearing after 6000 miles !!! - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By johnrichards - June 24 - 2:59 pm

  I wish i could write a good review, and would have if i hadnt been stranded on the highway yesterday. Engine started rattling violently out of nowhere and lost all power. I was almost rear ended trying to get to the shoulder. Dealer diagnosed a spun rod bearing !!! They offered to replace the short block but not the entire engine. I dont feel safe driving this vehicle any longer ... i guess im selling it at a loss. Ill go back to my beaters that have never left me stranded! (the car was never abused and i never went above 4k rpm). I guess some things are too good to be true.

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  I wish it got better gas mileage! - 2011 Hyundai Elantra
  By keylacat - June 20 - 12:12 am

  I have had a Hyundai Elantra Limited since February. It currently has 5000 miles on it. It is a very attractive car , but like many other posts I would agree that it does not get near the gas mileage that it purports to. I average 28 mpg per tank. I do a mix of city and highway driving. Often just in town, I am getting 24 mpg.