2008 Hyundai Elantra
2008 Hyundai Elantra questions and answers
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Q: mpg for a 2008 Hyundai Elantra with a uhaul Trailer?
Does anyone know what the mpg for a 2008 Hyundai Elantra would be with a 8' x 5' Uhaul trailer attached?
A: nobody can give you an accurate answer due to the simple fact that we don't know how much weight is in the trailer take what you're getting now and devide that by half if the trailer is fully loaded and divide that number by half if you're up a grade through the mountains. helps if we know what motors in it as well. smaller the motor when it comes to towing the less fuel economy because the motor is working harder than a larger one.
Q: can a 2008 hyundai elantra be towed?
I wish to tow my 2008 hyundai elantra behind a motor home. I know it would be no problem if it was a standard shift, but it's automatic transmission. Is there anything I can do to work around this problem.
Thanks for all help.
Bill
A: The easiest way would be for you to use a tow dolly which your front wheels will be on the dolly. With a dolly most any vehicle could tow the elantra.
Q: I bought a 2008 Hyundai Elantra SE last week, I also purchased the 100,000 mile warranty. Does anyone have ?
a opinion on this type of car and experience with this type of model?
A: I assume you bough the car new... if so why did you buy the 100,000 warranty? I have two Hyundai cars bough new and the 100,000 drive train warranty came with the car. As far as the car I have no experience with this model, but see no reason why you don't have a good car.
Q: 2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS or 2008 Honda Civic LX?
which is better?
engine wise
anything in general
make your argument why which is better...
A: Consumer Reports ranked them a tie for best small car this year, so you are smart for looking at the best. Both cars have equally very good fuel economy and excellent reliability ratings. Their engines and size are nearly identical. You can probably get the Hyundai for $1000 cheaper and it has the longer warranty. The Honda sells at a higher volume so parts will be easier to find and Honda usually has the top resale value. Since both are small cars, the resale value will be really good since that is where the market is going and traditionally this car segment has always held its value...compare to luxury/large cars that plummet in value. I agree with the 1st guy, drive both and see where your gut and heart lead you...or the saleman!_!
Q: what gas should i use in my 2008 Hyundai Elantra?
A: 87 octane-no more than 10%ethanol. We use that in the numerous hyundai's we have owned or own. We average 34-36 MPG on our 05 elantra. Not necessary to use premium gas. Our elantra had almost 80,000 problem free miles.
Q: 2008 Hyundai Elantra, need help. (loose steering wheel)?
I just bought my elantra and I already noticed the steering wheel was very loose.
It didn't bother me as much until when the car started making some clunking? noise whenever it hit a little bump on the road. (it almost sounded as if the wheels were coming apart)
I recently took it to a nearby dealership since I still have a warranty but the sales rep told me that
the car is fine after having a technician diagnosed the car for loose steering wheel.
I already paid them $95 for diagnostic fee and I do not want to go to another dealership
for a second opinion and waste another $95.
Can someone tell me if this is really normal for hyundai elantra? (I'm not sure if I'm just being over-sensitive about this because the car is only 2 years old)
Here is another symptoms: (I just want to know if this isn't going to cause any serious problem later)
Besides the noise, the responsive timing seems a bit off/slow when I turn my steering wheel. (I'd try to turn my steering wheel to left or right a little bit, and the car isn't turning right away-instead the car turns a bit later-maybe like after a second or so)
thank you, nick2914.
your advise seems most legit so far
and I would choose your answer as best answer-I'll just wait a little bit to see more people's advise on this. (by the way, I appreciate your quick response too)
Luckily, I don't drive my car as much for work so I'm planning to take a look at the car as you suggested this weekend.
Thank you guys.
Just to give few more details:
It just passed about 35,650 miles
and the dealer would have waived the fee if in fact the car is defect in the steering/any parts that are covered under warranty. (at least that's what I was told by the first dealership)
Anyway, I called the second nearby hyundai dealership and I was told to bring the car in but it will cost more than $95 as it'll take more than "regular" diagnostic check-up.
He flat-out told me that if the steering is just a little "loose", warranty won't cover something that's "wear and tear".
And that I should just enjoy the car and come back when something breaks down. (I think he meat until the car is not drivable)
Maybe I should look for an indepedent auto shop instead.
Anyway, I'm planning to do some check-up's myself this sunday-hopefully it's nothing serous. (crossing my fingers now)
A: There's several U-joints in the steering gear, and ball joints in the suspension. Any one of these could be loose and cause the problem. Jack the front of the car up off the ground, then grab the tire and try to wiggle it: Try to move the bottom of the tire in/out, then the top, and the front & back, then the other tire. If nothing wiggles, then go to the steering shaft in the engine bay. It's on the driver's side. With the engine cold, so you don't burn your hand, grab the center of the steering shaft & try and turn it. There should be almost zero movement. If you find something loose in one of these tests, back to the dealer and show him what you found.
Q: 2008 hyundai elantra a good car to buy?
A: I think it's fair to note that I am the Internet Director over several new car dealerships, 2 of them are seperate Hyundai franchises. So I am well versed on Hyundai.
I do personally believe the Elantra is an excellent buy though, infact my brother just purchased an Elantra a few weeks ago.
Here's why:
Great on gas mileage mid-upper 30's.
Way Better Warranty then competition (10 year, 100,000 mile powertrain and a 5 year, 60,000 mile bumper to bumper. The competition others recommend offer a little over half that (3 year, 36,000)
The cost to extend the main 5 year, 60,000 mile warranty out to a 10 year, 100,000 mile warranty is extremely cheap in comparison to competitors too. Around $1400 give or take, you can easily cover that in rebates and discounts from a dealer making for rock solid coverage and reliability as long as you own the car.
Hyundai resale value is climbing, the release of the new $40,000 Hyundai Genesis is a testament to that. Hyundai owns Kia, and has decided to move the Hyundai brand upscale and use Kia as it's budget line.
All cars will depreciate in value, but if you plan on keeping your car a long time - You will get your moneys worth in warranty and reliability Plus with Hyundai's past luxury entries (Azera and Veracruz) and the new Genesis, you will see resale values increase.
Also remember, you will pay less for the Elantra then the competition. So while there may be a little more depreciation, you also saved money right from the start.
Also Hyundai is NOT heavily invested in rentals and fleet sales, which can be a heavy weight on future resale value. Instead Hyundai values are only going up, especially as gas prices go up!
As far as quality concerns, Hyundai is on the rise there as well.
An 06 study by JD Power ranked Hyundai 3rd in Initial Quality, and the #1 non-premium make.
See it here: http://www.jdpower.com/corporate/news/releases/charts/2006082a.gif
Finally your going to get more car for your money with an Elantra. Elantra comes with good standard features and is much less then the competition. There are also some decent rebates right now on Elantra.
If you decide to buy an Elantra, let me know and I can provide you with details on pricing and cost so you can go into negotiation with your local dealer from a position of strength.
Q: 2008 Hyundai Elantra Anti-Lock Brakes?
I was in my new Elantra this morning when a distracted driver practically ran me off the road. I had to slam on the brakes. Was is my imagination that my horn automatically honked? Also, does anyone know the recommended mileage for oil changes on that vehicle? I am happy with my new car purchase. Does anyone else have one?
A: I spoke to one of our Hyundai mechanics and was told that this is not a feature of the Elantra. He said that you may have hit it accidentally while avoiding the other driver. Your other answer is 3,750 miles between oil changes, according to your maintenance schedule. Depending on your driving conditions, i.e. highway vs. city, you may do it every 3,000 miles for the best care of your vehicle and gas mileage. I really hope that your salesman covered this for you instead of rushing you out the door. If he didn't, please let me apologize for that. I hope that you have many trouble-free years with your Elantra and congratulations on your new purchase of this great car!
Q: Drive cycle for 2008 Hyundai Elantra?
I can't find it. Can anyone help me out? Thanks.
A: I found some info for you at this forum
http://www.hyundai-forums.com/t20737-obd-not-ready.htm
They also link to this forum hmaservice.com
Hopefully this will help
Q: Looking at buying a 2008 Hyundai Elantra. Any thoughts/reviews?
A: if you think a similarly equipped toyota corolla has it better than the Elantra, you must surely be mistaken. check out your nearest toyota dealer and actually take the new corolla out for a test drive, and dont forget to do a thorough walkaround/inspection of the car before you leave. dont skip out on this step because this will be essential in allowing you to truly feel the differences in quality firsthand when comparing the Elantra against the toyota. you will know in an instant that in fact the hyundai has it better than the toyota. toyota's quality has fallen these past few years somewhat as it can be evidenced by the worse than average reliability ratings for some models from both lexus and the parent company. contrastingly, the reliabilty and quality of the past few redesigned and newly introduced models from hyundai have shown to be the end result of having come a long way from their past. hyundai has dedicated itself to changing for the better, and is sticking with it, and will never go back to the way they were before. their impressive progress and comeback is admirable and a laudable performance altogether considering their rather short existence within the history of automobiles (a little over two decades?) while toyota and honda coexisted in the US for, what, more than five whole decades??
Q: What do you think about the 2008 Hyundai Elantra for an 18-year-old college student?
I'm going to college and I need a new car. My Grandparents have some money saved up for me, and they want me to get a new car. They want me to get something that is good on gas, good in the snow, reliable, safe, and not too small. We have a little over $10,000 in hand.
I heard that the new Elantra's are really nice, but I was worried that it might not be a good car for an 18-year-old male like myself because some think it is a "girly" car. Do you think the Elantra's would look more sporty and suitable for a guy if I got one with a spoiler?
A: As a Hyundai Service advisor in West Palm Beach, I can say that the new Elantra's have exceptional quality. They even feature some cool options like the AUX input jack for an MP3 player and even electronic power steering. They are great on gas and hardly ever see them in for repairs. Another good reason to get this vehicle is for the 5 year/60,000 mile bumper to bumper waranty and 10 year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty. Enough piece of mind for all of the college years. The deep blue with a spoiler does look nice, but also there is a gold trim line you can get with gold plated emblems (aftermarket). Furthermore, there are some sweet looking ground effect kits for the front end. If you need it to look sportier, get those stick on headlight trimmers. They go over the headlamp and narrow the lamps view. You'd be surprised what I have seen roll into my shop, lol.
Q: is it possible to put 17 inch rims on hyundai elantra 2008?
A: Yes. But you would have to purchase low-profile tires in the right size to allow for clearance (over bumps) and turning radius (so they don't hit the fender).
Another concern when deviating from the manufacturer's specs is the odometer. The larger the tire -> the less revolutions it takes to go the same distance -> the bigger the discrepancies in miles traveled and speed indicated while driving.
17" tires are pretty expensive. I haven't seen many under $150.00 a piece.
In any case, an actual tire dealer should be able to find the right tire per the aspect ratio, width and diameter of the tire you are replacing.
Q: Can my Hyundai ELANTRA (2008 Model) use RON 95 gasoline?
A: 95 octane would be the best you can get then yes wouldnt used E85 in anything but a lawn mower and thats only if i couldnt find anything else but no fuel you can buy wil hurt your motor some fuels wil get you better fuel mileage over other brands or octanes
Q: Pros/Cons of 2008 Hyundai Elantra?
A: Pro's, better then a Corolla/Sentra/Cobalt, just as good as a Civic, gets great mpg, low mainenance costs, excellent reliability, good resale value, probably the best or second best selling Hyundai model so parts will be easy to come by in the future, low cost, nice ride, very safe.
Con's, not as sporty as a Mazda 3, some people still don't know that Hyundai is now a top brand and will need you to convert them (poster #1 for instance).
Q: what do you think about the 2008 hyundai elantra?
i fell in love with the car after i test drove it. im going back in a few days to buy it but i wanted to know what other people think about it.. or if you have/had one, is it a good car? did you have any problems with it? its my first car. im 20.. thanks
A: I bought an 08 Elantra in November of 07. I bought it brand new based on Consumer Reports ratings for the car. Currently it is the top pick by Consumer Reports and best buy. I haven't had any problems and it gets great fuel economy. Here's the actual review from Consumer Reports.
The Elantra SE is a well-rounded package with a roomy cabin, a comfortable ride, nice fit and finish, and a quiet interior. It provides excellent braking and very secure emergency handling, aided by the SE's standard electronic stability control. Fuel economy is respectable at 27 mpg overall. Acceleration is adequate if not breathtaking. A wagon version is new for 2009.
THE DRIVING EXPERIENCE
In addition to standard ESC, the SE has wider tires than the lower-trim GLS model. That helps it deliver notably better cornering grip and braking performance. Compared to many competing models, the Elantra SE achieves very short braking distances and a fast maximum speed through our avoidance maneuver. Still, the car leans a bit in turns. While the steering response is appropriate, it falls short on feedback. A relatively tight 37-foot turning circle aids in tight maneuvers. The Elantra provides a good ride for a small car, absorbing road bumps fairly well. The cabin stays commendably quiet with subdued levels of wind and road noise. The 132-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine provides reasonable acceleration, and the four-speed automatic transmission shifted smoothly and responsively. But the zigzag shift gate can be awkward to use. The headlight's low beams shine a good distance with good intensity. The high beams provide excellent distance but with little more intensity.
INSIDE THE CABIN
Nicely grained plastics appoint the Elantra's interior and most panel fits are tight. The dash top is soft to the touch, however most other interior plastics are hard. Drivers sit up high, where they have a good view over the low dash. Visibility is also very good to the sides; a high package shelf and a thick c-pillar block the view to the rear. There is plenty of head, foot, and knee room for all but the tallest people. The steering wheel both tilts and telescopes on the SE version and there is a well-placed left footrest. Front seats are roomy and well padded but a bit flat; there is some lateral support, but it could be better. Tall drivers found the seat cushion too short for adequate thigh support. Gripes included the lack of lumbar-support and cushion/tilt adjustments. The well-contoured rear seat is among the best in the class. Head and leg room are adequate for six-footers, but the seat is a bit narrow to fit three of them comfortably. Access is very good in front; the rear is tighter, with smaller openings and high sills. Most controls are simple and well laid out. But the displays tend to wash out in bright sunlight. The radio has big buttons and a tuning knob, and the climate control uses large, simple knobs. There is an auxiliary audio jack for MP3 players. The climate system is easy to use, but there is no outside temperature display. Cabin storage is moderate, with numerous small bins and nooks. The nice-sized trunk can be expanded by lowering the 60/40-split rear seatbacks. But the decklid lacks a liner, as well as any good place to grasp it when closing the trunk.