my eyes burn!! Where are the paragraphs!?

 

Glad to hear you're enjoying the styling!

 

Haha!

 

Maybe you got a lemon?

My car seems to be powered sufficiently, I have no hesitation. My mileage averages out between 31 and 33 a tank every time. My mpg display is off by about 2 mpgs at most, sometimes less. The miles to empty goes to blanks when the estimated range drops below 30 miles(every time). I have my driver seat all the way back and do not rub the door trim when I enter or exit the vehicle(no stains on my pants). The transmission is pretty great in my opinion. The armrests are adequate I suppose, maybe i'm obese though.

Mine has a factory alarm. Remote start can be added if it's important to you(nothing is free).

Your issues with your dealer sound bad...i'd switch dealers. I agree the spare tire thing is a bummer...people on here have offered several cheap remedies for it and I spent about 100 bucks to add the kit to my own car.

On the bright side, your car should have a fairly good resale/trade in value if that helps you any?

I have the exact opposite opinion that you have...best car I've ever owned.

 

I second that... lol, and as far as the armrest thing goes, I am 5'8" 140 lbs (that means I'm a little guy) and I use the arm rest on the door all the time, it's almost perfect for me. Also, I have the sliding center console armrest which I also use a lot... I wonder if the original poster even looked at one of these cars before buying one? Lol, I mean, a lot of the things he complained about should have been pretty obvious upon first looking the car over...

And the mileage problem? Well, judging by the angry ranting in the original post, I'd say he has a lead foot

 

Nobody here is going to convince you to like your car but the good news is that Elantra is in demand with excellent resale value so you will take a very minimal loss if you trade it in.

Also did you test drive the car before buying?

 

Nobody here is going to convince you to like your car but the good news is that Elantra is in demand with excellent resale value so you will take a very minimal loss if you trade it in.

Also did you test drive the car before buying?

YES! did you test drive the car? you should have seen those things during a test drive, I test drove the Elantra twice before buying it and I LOVE it. my dad always says ''the perfect car doesn't exist''

 

Very Happy

Totally love this little car, worst I ever got was 28.7 mpg city only driving. I would only trade for a turbo version. Highway passing is a little slow, but what can you expect from a little 4 cylinder.

I have the GLS with the 145 hp-PZEV engine, which was assembled in Alabama. I wonder if this has something to do with mileage and quality issues???

 

I have the GLS with the 145 hp-PZEV engine, which was assembled in Alabama. I wonder if this has something to do with mileage and quality issues???

Alabama was the birthplace for mine, as well. She was even born on a FRIDAY!!! And we all have heard the rants on vehicles built on Mondays or Fridays.

I have enjoyed my Elantra immensely and would buy it again in a New York nano-second. Actually, wish I had 7, different colors...one for every day of the week!

 

Perhaps he is still a Ford guy?

 

You need to get that oil mistake by the dealer documented. I would contact Hyundai direct.

I would agree there are some annoying things and the 40MPG is a myth for most people. Above all else, if you can, find another dealer and be sure to give the original dealer 0 ratings on the survey.

The miles to empty will go blank when the last bar on the fuel gauge goes away. From there you probably have about a gallon.

If you need to accelerate fast be sure the ECO mode is off and you could also use the manual shift.

Good rule of thumb. Always check under the car the next day after an oil change.

 

Good rule of thumb. Always check under the car the next day after an oil change.

That's a great idea. I change my oil/filters but check underneath hood and chasis after initial start-up. Probably should "recheck" my work next day.

It's a terrible shame when an owner goes in for a "professional" oil change and has to worry if it was done correctly.

 

Is that an American thing? You guys don't get spare tires with your car? I never actually checked until I saw a thread on here stating they don't come with them. I went and checked and mine did come with one...

 

Yep. Canadian models get the spare tire.

 

Apparently, Americans are wimpy and can't change their own tires. I'm just lucky that I wouldn't be too far from towing service, as my Elantra is not going to be some backwoods vehicle anytime soon.

 

Ouch regarding the first sentence.

 

I do my own LOF...

 

To the OP: So many issues you should have noticed upon your test drive. Also, so many things you point out that seem obvious (no vent visors, really?). Get real. Most companies after hearing your expectations would likely prefer you didn't purchase a vehicle from them. There are plenty of Mercedes dealerships to meet your requirements though, I'm sure.

 

Life is short.
If you are that dissatisfied with your Elantra, I would suggest you get something else. There is quite a choice of vehicles, on the market. I'm sure you will find one that comes closer to meeting your expectations.

 

OT but talking americans: Tim Hortons is going bigger across Canada. American customers are shocked by how small Canadian sizes are, which is why this change is necessary. It is rather interesting that our proud Canadian brand is changing its sizes to appease their small percentage of American clients. Naturally, they are now setting their sights on American markets, and American consumers like the value found in bigger servings. That Canadians are following the same trend may be good for business, but not necessarily good for waistlines.

 

Thanks for your posts... from the angry lead foot... yes I drove one for a test drive...I expected more from a NEW car. I've only owned other folks junk in the past 30 years of my life. I'm glad you all love your cars...I wish I could love mine too.

 

I thought we didn't get a spare because it cut the weight down so they could get the 40mpg....that I'm not even close to getting.

 

canadians have the spare and the rating is the same.

 

Yeah...you know those shady car salesmen... lol

 

Two times now my wipers did not come back all the way down after using the washer fluid, I had to activate the switch again.

 

This should make some interesting conversation. Pretty neat looking, just a concept but I'm liking it. Hyundai reveals dramatic HND-9 concept in Seoul | Motoramic - Yahoo! Autos

 

Personnally? I LIKE it. Wouldn't take too much forward-thinking to incorporate stylish side mirrors, or cameras (which may be the case, here) for side viewing. Front end view looks like a black panther crouched down ready to strike some unsuspecting prey. Can they manufacture it within reasonable costs so that it hits dealers' showrooms with a window sticker that appeals to the masses?

 

I like it, but I dont lol. I think mostly because of that front grill, and combo gullwing/lambo doors.

 

no disrespect, but this post makes me laugh. it reminds me of people who deem the sun is shining too bright with their cloudy tinted shades on.

all cars have pros and cons, to me it seems the dealer experience has tainted you overall opinion of the car. when you say your only getting 17-18 MPG im wondering how your driving. i drive my car pretty aggressively, i normally get around 24-28 mostly city driving. on the highway i can easily get over 40 if i try. the worst tank i ever got was 22.

 

i drive my car pretty aggressively, i normally get around 24-28 mostly city driving. on the highway i can easily get over 40 if i try. the worst tank i ever got was 22.

40 MPG...what a freaking joke...the reason for my purchase of this vehicle...more like 17 -18 MPG........I drive 40 mi to work & back on the interstate everyday...trying to pull out into a stream of traffic going 80 mph from a dead stop

Except some things that you simply missed (that is your fault, nobody's else) during test drive, or you just did not do homework - extensive reading before making decision, you simply can't drive efficiently.

How one can expect 40 MPH doing 80 MPH? Only a complete ignorant. Drive 65 and you will get better numbers.
Besides, this is 1.8 engine, not 3.5... it is LESS powerful, so do not wait for clouds of smoke when taking off.

Say again, how can you get t-boned while accelerating on highway?


Oil change - well, nothing to say here. Mistake, bad dealer... There are dozens of them.


All the bells and whistles you are asking? Didn't you know that before hand? The specs say it. All clear. Cars are sitting in the dealer - check whatever you like.
Spare wheel? C'mon - reading again.

I do NOT trust dealers. I do not trust anyone. All information is provided to me I verify. Even here, if you tell me something will work, I do verify.


So, stop complaining and either sell the car and get what you like - I guess 50% more expensive and half length of warranty or it is time to start liking what you have.

 

I don't understand your complaints. I've never had issues with fuel economy, I have no problems getting to 80mph, I've raced my brothers 2012 Mazda 3 and kept up just fine. The car is equipped with a factory alarm system, in Canada there's even a chip in the key, I have the spare tire and all that. What's so bad about the factory speakers? At the end of the day, it's a small car, not a full size luxury car.

 

The car is equipped with a factory alarm system, in Canada there's even a chip in the key, I have the spare tire and all that.

It is in Canada...

What's so bad about the factory speakers? At the end of the day, it's a small car, not a full size luxury car.

It is 15k USD car... not 45k.

I think I may lock this thread as the OP was clearly trolling for attention and hasn't been seen since starting this thread.

He/she was here once since then.

 

I think I may lock this thread as the OP was clearly trolling for attention and hasn't been seen since starting this thread. I really don't see it creating anything except more conflict from hereon.

Any objections before I seal 'er up?