Bought new tires right after last review.
2012 HYUNDAI CAR MODELS PLUS
Still running great! Update: 144,000 plus a few more. I was able to replace most of these items myself, so the expense wasn't too bad. The ice melt chemical the state puts on the roads in the winter rotted out the brake rotors and the brake line. A bunch of light bulbs and long piece of brake line. Have had to replace battery, another brake rotor and all brake pads. I will need new tires again, in the next 5 or 10 thousand miles. I think this is a widespread inconvenience not unique to this make and model car. I don't appreciate having to spend so much for what I think is unnecessary technology. Had to get all the tire pressure sensors replaced - two recently.
I don't want to buy rotors again, like I did at 70,000 due to my neglect. Still, no repairs have been required - not even a bad light bulb. Got slammed with a bill for 550 bucks! Feel like that was excessive. to change engine coolant and transmission fluid at 85,000 miles. I did as recommended and allowed Hyundai dealer service dept. Had the dealer replace the serpentine belt at 75 thousand just to be safe. No mechanical issues that I can fairly complain about. I change the oil about every 4500 miles because all my miles are on the highway. I exceeded … recommendations and had to buy rotors, but that was my fault. At 70 thousand I needed new tires, wipers and brakes. The interior is noisy and lacks a cushion-like feel, but the sound system with nav. Appreciate the gas mileage rebate, but the way I drive I wouldn't ever expect anything near 40 mpg. I drive over 90 miles a day very aggressively. I've seen that some people have gotten lemons, but most buyers are satisfied. The Limited Technology package adds automatic headlights, keyless ignition/entry, a rearview camera, an upgraded sound system, a touchscreen infotainment interface and a navigation system with real-time traffic, weather and other information. The Elantra Limited adds all of the GLS Preferred equipment plus 17-inch alloy wheels, a sunroof, leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shifter. The GLS Preferred package adds 16-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, upgraded interior trim, a sliding front center armrest, illuminated vanity mirrors, steering wheel audio controls and Bluetooth. The GLS Comfort package adds 16-inch steel wheels, cruise control, air-conditioning, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, solar glass and, when equipped with an automatic transmission, Hyundai's Active Eco system.
2012 HYUNDAI CAR MODELS DRIVER
The base GLS comes standard with 15-inch steel wheels, keyless entry, heated mirrors, full power accessories, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-only steering wheel, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, a trip computer and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod/USB audio interface. But when it comes to the small sedan segment, we can finally endorse the Elantra as a top pick. Of course, other small cars like the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 2012 Ford Focus, 2012 Honda Civic and 2012 Mazda 3 are also great choices, making comparison shopping a must. So the 2012 Hyundai Elantra is comfortable, well-built, fuel efficient, abundantly equipped, sharply styled and covered by Hyundai's long warranty coverage. Other than a lack of rear headroom for taller folks, the cabin is generally quite spacious. The Elantra can also be loaded up with the sort of comfort and electronics features indicative of a luxury car.
Overall materials quality isn't quite best-in-class (that award goes to the Ford Focus), but the Elantra's cabin isn't bargain-basement either. Inside the cabin, occupants are greeted by a bold dash design and controls that are still easy to use. The downside, though, is more sluggish performance when the mode is engaged. When the driver selects this mode, the Elantra's automatic transmission shift points and throttle response are adjusted to increase fuel economy by up to 7 percent. The latter improves even further for 2012 thanks to a new system known as Active Eco. Its 1.8-liter engine delivers commendable power for its class, as well as thrifty fuel economy.
Thankfully, there's substance to go along with the Elantra's new sheet metal. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra looks good, and that counts for a lot in a segment not normally known for visual excitement. After last year's complete redesign, the Elantra has shed its frumpy, anonymous styling and gained fluid curves and a coupelike roof line. Once a crummy also-ran, then a dark-horse alternative and now one of the sales leaders, the Hyundai Elantra is quite the success story.
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