Hyundai Elantra 5-door

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  • teamlakegroveteamlakegrove Member Posts: 9
    csandste,
    Good eye. I agree. The GT should have a revamped tail light from the Elantra GLS or even the Accent. At the least, the amber portion should be clear to keep up with the standard. Many car companies do that, though. They will design a beautiful front and carry it through the rest of the car, and then apply a 'Friday Afternoon' tactic to the back. The lights next to the license plate only need to be back-up lights. A different tail light will give the GT the stout finish to the hatchback design. I would also like to see side marker lights like most of the German makes. This will enforce the Euro design they are shooting for. Hopefully in the future.

    Finally, Hyundai has revised their website to include the GT on the homepage.
  • mpgmanmpgman Member Posts: 723
    7,000 miles so far. Concur with CJ above on comments. I'd like an audible chime for leaving the parking brake on and a headlight reminder...not sure if there is a chime. As to the tail lights, I'd prefer it if they continued onto the hatch and were more of a full bar. The driver's seat is great and so is the multi-level center arm rest and storage. My fuel gauge is acting up again.....won't read full. Not sure if this affects the trip computer though. Just got 34.5 mpgs on a straight highway ride of 200 miles between 70 and 80. Must be doing something right.
  • hung0820hung0820 Member Posts: 426
    I believe you have a higher psi on the tires and therefore you have a better gas mileage...I increase to higher psi on my Santa Fe now and I also do have a better gas mileage too...30-35 mpg was so good and I feel kind of insane because my Santa Fe only get between 20-25 on highway and 15-19 on city....depend on driving road condition...I went to the dealer a few days ago and look at the GT and also the 2002 Sonata....I really like both car look...Now I am kind of stuck on which one to choose by next year...I like both car....I am sure my wife like Sonata because she does not know much about hatchback...However, I do know that the GT get much better gas mileage...There was no spoiler on any of the GT when I look at the dealer...However, I do believe if there are a spoiler it will make the car look much much better...Does anyone have the GT with a rear wing/spoiler? Please share the picture; thank you!!
  • mpgmanmpgman Member Posts: 723
    Hung---I keep 35 psi in my tires. Always did. Never had a problem with premature wear. I was getting as much as 37-38 mpgs on the highway before I realized that "dealer prep" sent me out with a new car with 50 psi. I also drive with a light foot and let the auto tranny shift into higher gears as soon as possible. Can't go faster than the guy or gal in front of you anyway.
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    Even though the door jamb sticker recommends 30 PSI front and rear, I have been using 36 PSI front and 32 rear. The car seems to ride much better.

    I think 30 PSI seems too low for the Michelin tires on the GT. The sidewalls seem to sag way too much and the car feels sluggish, espcially on the highway. Maybe 30 PSI is more suitable for the Korean-market tires? Are they also Michelins?

    BTW, I am NOT a fan of the Michelin Energy tires on the GT. They are noisy and seemingly cannot be made to balance properly. Check out the Elantra Sedan thread for more info. The right rear and right front tires made a persistent bip-bip-bip-bip-bip niose on certain pavements during a recent 1200-mile highway trip. Gonna get me some Bridgestones or something when these wear out.
  • lngtonge18lngtonge18 Member Posts: 2,228
    Just wondering, do the red lens below the back-up lights actually light up or are they just reflectors? Been wondering for awhile now but forgot to ask the owners. Also, if they do light up, are they just parking lights or brake lights as well?
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    The rear "pepper" lights do illuminate, but they are not brake lights.

    At night, with the brake lights on, the rear of the Elantra GT reminds me of one of the little UFOs from "Close Encounters of the Third Kind".
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    Picking up a Red GT auto with moonroof today. lot's of lengthy negotiations, but got a great deal on it. paid $14650. $1500 below sticker! they wouldn't budge on the price back in July. What a difference a few months make. We drove 5 GLS's. Yes, 5. Every GLS had severe wheel shimmy, and the brakes were not up to par. Liked the GT alot better, just had to wait for the price to drop.
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    Question for GT owners.

    Does the keyless entry/alarm system chirp when you arm it? I thought it was supposed to. The lights flash but no chirp.
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    Just the lights. My neighbors are no doubt thankful for that.

    If you manage to trip the alarm be prepared for an ungodly howl.
  • tb88tb88 Member Posts: 242
    > >...Does the keyless entry/alarm system chirp when you arm it? I thought it was supposed to. The lights flash but no chirp...< <

    Not the first time you "arm"; but if you want to make sure it did arm, then press "Arm" a second time and it will chirp!
    At least that's what mine does!
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    Okay, i think i may have a problem.

    I pressed it a second time and the lights flashed 2 times with no chirp. I like the chirp sound cause i don't have turn around and look at the lights when i arm system.
  • blackandblueblackandblue Member Posts: 66
    We take delivery tonite on a blue GT. After shopping for 2 months I'm glad we looked at the Hyundai, seems to be a lot of car for the $$$. I was reading some about the Michelin tires and was wondering if anyone has see a GT with raised white letter tires like Goodyear Eagles and how it looked. I think the Goodyear store will take tires in trade if the miles are low.
  • sr_srikanthsr_srikanth Member Posts: 41
    Hi All,

    Completed 1000 miles today in exactly 14 days. I like the car very much.

    Have some problems though. My moonroof does not work intermittently. I think the realy is having some problem but no time to take it to the dealer yet. The other thing I noticed is that there is a shrill sound from the A/C every 60 seconds and lasts for about 5 secs and it really goes to a very high pitch. I have seen the same problem reported by many people in t-h-c.org forums. Does some one have any solution for this?

    I am getting 31 MPGs so far. Bought a sub woofer and have to fix it during the weekend. Mine does not make a chirp even when I arm it for the second time. I really like that since I do not have to verify the lights.

    Saw one more GT in my area. But GT seems to be a very rare car here in Hudson valley.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Ever since I have owned my GT (5-speed with almost 5,000 miles now), I have noticed a recurring noise when the A/C is running. On my car, it occurs every 30-60 seconds. It sounds like a hissing sound that lasts about 4 seconds. It's not too loud, so I figured it was just normal compressor noise.

    Anyone else noticed this when running A/C?
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    is it broke?
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    FYI, my alarm has never chirped since day 1. I have even hit it 2 or 3 times consecutively to ensure it was armed and it still has never chirped. I get the light flashes, but that's all, whether I arm or disarm it.

    To be honest, I'd rather NOT have the chirp. The lights flashing are enough for me.
  • ezwjraiaezwjraia Member Posts: 9
    Does anyone else have a problem seeing the odometer/mpg readout without turning on the headlights? Everything else about the car seems so well designed, I can't imagine that this screen is so dim.
  • slothropslothrop Member Posts: 5
    Inaugural post for an owner of a E-GT with 2400 miles on it.
    Anybody out there know WHEN a Thule rack might be available? I got tired of throwing $800 at my Saab every couple months and traded it in... but now my canoe and I are landlocked. Oh, well, at least I can still throw my bikes in the hatch. And take the long way home. I think Yakima might have one for the GLS that should fit, but I have all Thule attachments.

    Thanks.

    PS--The GT is VERY similar to my old '94 900S... not just in shape. Performance is about equal thanks to a lighter car. The measurements are all very close, tho the Saab was a few inces longer overall. And it's nice to upgrade to decent wheels, CD player and leather. Never thought I'd go from a Swedish car to a Korean!
    Too bad GM won't let Saab build a 9-2.
  • triumphtripletriumphtriple Member Posts: 10
    Just turned 2400 miles on my GT. My car also makes the high pitched noise with the AC compressor on....Think it's just compressor noise. Question for anyone out there: This weekend I removed a K&N filtercharger kit from my Saab and installed it in the GT. This replaces the stock airbox with a conical, open air filter, allowing tons more air into the intake. BIG difference in intake noise when I jump on the throttle, and it seems to increase performance some. Wondering if anyone has thoughts on how this might affect the car in the long term.... Should I leave the open air filter on there, or put the airbox back together? Also, any warranty concerns? I've heard that replacing the airfilter cannot void warranty... Thanks.
  • silver_bulletsilver_bullet Member Posts: 1,339
    If the K&N setup is like most of these "performance" intakes and does away with a snorkel that pulls cooler air from outside of the engine compartment, I'd refit the factory airbox and intake horn. Pulling hot air into the engine is costing you power, as it is less dense than cooler, outside air. You might also want to think about how vulnerable the aftermarket setup is to water incursion. If your engine gets a good snort of water during a big splash through flooded streets, you can kiss your engine goodbye.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Are you OK? Haven't heard from you on any boards here at Edmund's since September 10th.

    I hope and pray you were not involved in the Manhattan disaster.

    Please reply - hope you are doing well.
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    are you supposed to get a warning chime when you leave the lights on and take the keys out of the ignition?
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    If the GT works like the GLS, no, you don't get a chime. After all, a chime can be annoying. Instead of a chime, the Elantra politely turns off the headlights for you when you shut off the engine. The parking lamps stay lit, for safety reasons I guess. Then when you remove the key and open the door, the parking lamps shut off also. Pretty slick, eh? At least that's how the GLS works. I'd be real surprised if the GT did not do this also.
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    thanks for the quick tip, i will check it out.
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    Please set our minds at ease and check in if you're able to. I think you guys are both from the NYC/North Jersey neighborhood.

    I know that phone and internet services have been spotty in our area (NYC/NJ/LI)) for the last few days because of the overloaded and damaged circuits. Hopefully, all of our pals from this thread are OK and simply unable to use their PCs.

    I'm checking in from Montclair, NJ, where we are all fine and await the news of our missing friends and family. Luckily neither my wife nor I were in Manhattan when the terrorists struck. My sister-in-law narrowly escaped, though, and actually watched the first tower fall down. And until six months ago I worked in Seven World Trade Center, which I saw collapse on TV later in the day. I guess I am lucky to no longer work there.

    Our Elantra is running fine. 6000 miles and no problems.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Thanks for the info. I hope it's just the lines/circuits that are preventing mpgman and elantra00 from responding!

    Good to see you are still with us - glad you left the World Trade Center when you did!

    Take care!
  • sr_srikanthsr_srikanth Member Posts: 41
    Hi All,

    My Blue GT is now having 1500 miles. I am beginning to notice rattles on the door panels and some squeaks in the seats or head rests? Any body else have same problems?

    It is pretty annoying when you get rattle at 30-40 MPH.

    Thanks in Advance.
  • jimmiecjimmiec Member Posts: 3
    The prices quoted in Edmund's confuse me. Which isn't hard to do. They have a Hyundai GT Hatchback 4dr listed. Is there a distinction between that and the Hatchback 5dr listed elsewhere? I can't match the number's up. Are they different animals? Thanks,
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    I have a little over 6,000 miles on my Elantra GT and I have no major squeaks or rattles yet. However, I do occasionally hear a minor rattle from the cargo cover. Usually it rattles after I have moved or removed it. If I leave it alone it makes no noise.

    The only interior gripes I have are these: First, the insides of the windows are impossible to keep clean (especially the rear hatch) and second, the interior leather has a strong odor to it. Can anyone recommend a leather cleaner or polish that helps remove odors? Thanks.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    I have about 5500 miles on my GT and I only have the following squeaks/rattles:

    (1) When I am cranking the music with a song with good bass, sometimes the passenger door panel buzzes a little (but not bad).

    (2) The passenger-side seatbelt sometimes buzzes against the plastic pillar it is attached to, usually when hitting bumps.

    (3) The rear hatch sometimes makes a clunk when I hit a decent bump - but never rattles otherwise.

    Overall, these noises do not bother me as I've owned other cars that had many more squeaks and rattles (include a Toyota Corolla).

    Someone here (or another Edmunds board) mentioned that they go around their cars and tighten all bolts/screws/etc. every so often which supposedly helps minimize sqeaks and rattles. I'd try that to see if it helps, including checking the door panel screws and clips (which I intend to do in the future myself).

    Good luck!
  • sr_srikanthsr_srikanth Member Posts: 41
    Thanks for the replies. I was thinking of doing the same thing tighten the screws and bolts with the door panels.

    Can I ask the dealer to fix this?

    Thanks.
  • bri70bri70 Member Posts: 147
    Over at the Elantra sedan forum, there is a post from Elantra00 dated Sept.12.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Thanks for the update on elantra00!

    I hope mpgman is OK.
  • mpgmanmpgman Member Posts: 723
    Thanks for the concern. All OK. Was working in DC just across the river from the Pentagon...saw the smoke from the crash. Had to drive through it to get to work from my apt. in Arlington, VA. In Jersey, we're in the flight path from McGuire AFB...helicopters and jet fighters a common sight and sound for now. Hope everyone is safe and accounted for with family.
  • mpgmanmpgman Member Posts: 723
    Was awaiting the delivery of a new computer..hence the silence. Over 8,000 miles now. Still doing great.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Glad to hear you are OK, mpgman! I was a little worried about you!

    8,000 miles! Wow! I thought I might catch you in mileage, but that isn't looking likely!

    Take care!
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    Glad you are safe. Was worried about a fellow Garden Stater.

    Driving the GT to Pittsburgh tomorrow (going to a Pirates/Cardinals game at the new PNC Park). By the time I get back to Jersey I should have over 7,000 miles on the clock.

    One new rant - the stock wiper blades on my GT are lousy. Gonna try to replace them with some Bosch units when I get back.

    One new rave - gas mileage getting better; now averaging just over 26 mpg in city driving.

    Still love the car. Best deal out there if you ask me. Stuck a small US flag in the rear window so if you see a Pewter GT with Jersey tags roaring across the Penna. Turnpike, honk your horn!
  • pantherfanpantherfan Member Posts: 2
    Picked-up my red GT with auto,traction control,
    ABS and moon-roof last Thursday.Paid $15400.Everything seems to be in
    working order after only 200 miles. Only flaw
    seems to be in the paint around exterior tail
    light lenses.Seems they neglected these areas
    and paint is already flaking. Also Lenses are
    such a tight fit that the upper corners of the
    lenses have developed minor chips. Anyone else
    experience this problem?
  • roadwarrior6roadwarrior6 Member Posts: 21
    The paint is under warranty for 1 year from defects. The dealer will fix the chipping paint. Make sure they give you a loaner to drive cause they will need the car a few days.
  • mpgmanmpgman Member Posts: 723
    Agree on the wipers. Also notice the wheels collect a lot of dirt. My Festiva had a great one swipe of the wiper feature set up like a lane change. Wish this had the same. Also would like an audible "parking brake on" chime. I am keeping about 35 psi in the tires...mpgs seem to be up a bit. Getting 33-35 on straight highway runs up to around 80 mphs....26 or so in town. Also lose the contrast on the trip computer in sunlight. Otherwise, can't complain. Ditto on it being a great car. Would like to see Hyundai add side head curtain air bags. Have a safe trip to Pittsburgh. I'm at 8,210 with a return to DC on Sunday. Take care.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    The Elantra does have a one-swipe feature, at least the GLS does. If you flick the wiper lever toward you, it does one wipe.
    I've noticed you've mentioned lack of a warning chime for leaving parking brake on a few times. I don't know of any car that has that feature, at least not a compact. Which cars do that?
  • refinedrefined Member Posts: 3
    After reading an Edmund's review on the new Elantra GT, I trotted over to my local dealership
    to look at the vehicle close-up. Wow! It's much
    sportier than a Honda Civic and or Toyota Corolla -- no doubt about it! However, Hyundai's
    quality reputation continues to lag the more
    prominent, established, import leaders. After reading some of the "minor" complaints owners have
    cited, it appears Hyundai continues to sacrifce
    quality for a lower price. For less than $16,000
    it is difficult, if not impossible, to find a comparably equipped Honda or Toyota. Nevertheless,
    is Hyundai's price advantage also an AGGRAVATION
    disadvantage? Peeling paint, rattles, inadequate wiper blades -- what's going to go wrong next? How would current drivers assess its road noise? Is the car's interior quiet at highway speeds? Or
    is more insulation needed to cut down on tire noise and/or wind howling?

    Looks can be deceiving. The Elantra GT wins the
    appearance contest over more costly Civic and Corolla compacts -- no doubt. But what about the car's overall quality, durability, reliability, and user friendliness? Does anyone envision spending more time at the dealership beyond routine or scheduled tune-ups? Will the car hold up after a few snowy winters? Are the materials used of lesser quality?

    I would be interested in reading detailed answers to my questions. Nobody wants to buy a sporty, nice looking, car and wind up at the dealer's garage every other weekend for unforseen repairs.

    What's your opinion? Speak out, please.
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    Check out some of the complaints on other import boards, such as Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, etc. I personally see the Japanese models levelling in their quality while Hyundai seems to be improving rapidly.

    Wind noise is lower than any other car I have ever owned, which includes, Mazda Protege, Mazda 626, Nissan Pathfinder, Ford Escort, Plymouth Laser AWD Turbo, Toyota Corolla, and more.

    My "problems" have all been minor. A Toyota Corolla I once owned gave me more major problems by far. Getting under the car during my first oil change proved Hyundai's quality even more - all parts looked high quality (bolts, supports, etc.). The 1998 Escort I owned looked crappy underneath - lots of cheap parts, many rusting after only 2 or 3 years.

    Only time will tell, however, but I still feel comfortable with my purchase. And I saved a fortune over the Protege5 I was also considering. Better sales staff at Hyundai than the Mazda dealership I went to, too.
  • backybacky Member Posts: 18,949
    I've owned a '01 GLS for almost a year, so while it's not a GT it is the same in major respects, thus I think I can provide you with a long-term view of the car.
    I think it's important to look at the whole picture. Almost no new car is flawless--not even Hondas or Toyotas. If you need proof of that, just browse through some of the other boards. The Honda Civic board is a good one because it too reflects experience with a new-for-2001 model. You will notice problems with paint chipping, radios losing their settings, fuel system problems, rattles and squeaks, and complaints about cheap tires, bouncy rear suspension, uncomfortable drivers seat, road and engine noise, and other things. In comparison, the '01 Elantra's most prevalent problem as noted on the Edmunds.com boards seems to be wheel shimmy, with a few other problems noted by some owners (gas gauge does not read full, tricky rear seat release buttons on the GT being two of the most often reported). Early Elantras (last fall) had a recall for the side air bags. Civic has had at least two recalls, and maybe three (I lost track). My experience has been very pleasant. The biggest "problem" I've had since delivery last October was two screw-hole covers that popped off the armrests in cold weather. My GLS has been the most trouble-free new car I've ever owned--that includes two Civics, two Corollas, a Celica, and two Sentras.

    Let's look at some of the attributes you mentioned:
    Quietness - One of the reasons I bought the Elantra over the Protege was its smooth, quiet ride. No wind noise at highway speeds. The only noise of any consequence is some engine growl when accelerating--not unusual for a small car. It is the quietest car I have owned in 25 years, except for my '99 Grand Caravan (a $28k vehicle).
    Overall quality - Based on my experience and what I have seen in a year of posts from other Elantra owners compared to other compacts, I have to rate the overall quality high. Hyundai has done a good job on the "little things" that count, like well-padded armrests and center console, smooth switchgear, solid doors, tight seams, good paint (could be a little thicker). They have 15" Michelins while $18k Civics have cheap Firestones or Dunlops. Sure, the wiper blades could be heftier, especially for Minnesota, but I got a year out of mine including the worst winter in many years, and I can easily upgrade them.
    Durability and Reliability - This is really the major question mark with the Elantra. Hyundai's long term reliability record has not been good, but has been improving in the past few years. The car seems solidly put together; after one year still no squeaks or rattles. Time will tell if the Elantra holds up in the long run.
    User Friendliness - This is another one of the main reasons I bought the Elantra. The driver's seat is one of the most comfortable I have ever sat in. Its multiple, wide-range adjustments let me set it just the way I like it, with a raised front edge on the bottom. I drive many rental cars and not one is as comfortable as the Elantra for me. The controls are simple and easy to use. The car has nice features not usually found in this class like heated fold-away mirrors, auto-off headlamps, and retained accessory power. The rear seat is spacious. The car does have some quirks, like a loud warning chime and tightly sealed doors that take a little extra oomph to close, but I think these are nits compared to the overall package.
    Time spent at dealership - So far it's been in for a free 30-day inspection (30 minutes), to program a 2nd remote control (early Elantras only came with one--parts shortage), and an oil change. That's it. We'll see if that continues over time, but it's too early to tell. Some owners have reported problems with dealers having trouble fixing the wheel shimmy problem I noted earlier.
    That's kind of long, but you said you would like detailed answers. Overall I am very happy with my GLS and would make the same decision today (except I'd probably get the GT). My only issue is that I want Hyundai to address the early airbag deployment and seat latch problems that were reported by the IIHS during their offset crash test results on the GLS. The GT has not yet been tested, but the front of the GT is the same as the GLS.
  • cheverlycheverly Member Posts: 7
    When I bought my GT in June, it was too new for its VIN to show up in my insurance company's database, so they arbitrarily put it in a low (8)category--the standard classfication system most insurers use based on ISO guidelines. Now upon renewal, the category jumped from an 8 to a 16, increasing my premium by quite a bit. My insurer claims that it has no control over these classifications and that both the GLS and GT come up as 16s, although when I contacted ISO directly, they told me their recommendations were only that, but refused to tell me (as a mere comsumer) what their rating for the 2001 Elantra. Can anybody out there verify their ISO category for the GT? And if it is a 16, why is that higher than a 2001 Corolla, which is a 13? I wonder if the higher rating has to to with the IIHS crash results released this summer.
  • csandstecsandste Member Posts: 1,866
    You'd have to look back through the sedan posts, but I'm sure it was a 16. My 97 Cavalier is a 6 or a 7. Many of the posts on that thread indicated that this reflects the earlier experience with the previous platform, especially before the bumpers were strengthened (98-- whenever the Elantra added the small grill to the front). There is also probably less parts availability than with an American car like the Cavalier. Almost no one thought it had anything to do with the IIHS tests.

    Other than that and gas mileage which hasn't quite met the EPA average, but seems to be improving as the car hits 4000 miles, I have had absolutely no problems with the car. Tremendous value, tremendous build quality in my estimation. I agree that Korean cars are coming up fast while Japanese cars are being decontented. I've been fond of four Toyota products (including Nova/Prizms), but am really bothered by the Toyota sludge postings under maintenance. That shows an arrogant company IMHO. As to Honda, I'm underwhelmed by the newest generation Civic which shows a step back from the previous platform, especially in suspension quality.
  • cjaccettacjaccetta Member Posts: 236
    Just returned from a 700-mile round trip drive from NYC to Pittsburgh. The GT performed flawlessly and averaged 33.5 mpg over the course of the trip. Odometer now reads just over 7000 miles. Oddly, in all my travels I have still not seen another GT on the roads.

    Some impressions after 12 hours of seat time:

    -- If you're in the market for an Elantra GT, buy the optional mudflaps (or buy a case of goo-gone). The side panel design allows for all kinds of gunk (like road tar) to be tossed from the tires to the sides of the car.

    -- On the highway the GT is an absolute pleasure. Runs quietly at 80 mph, VERY comfortable driver's chair, excellent visibility, no unwanted vibration or rattling, nice merging and passing power even with the auto tranny. The indigo instrument lighting is also very effective in sudden light/dark transitions (e.g., driving into a tunnel during the afternoon). After some initial hesitation, I find the cruise control works very well.

    -- The side bolsters make it very easy to balance a bag of popcorn on the passenger seat while you listen to the Giants/Chiefs game on the 100-watt stereo. An Arizona Iced Tea bottle will just barely fit into the cupholder.

    I continue to be impressed by the Elantra GT. It has met or exceeded my expectations in every way. Judging by the first 7000 miles, the long-term reliability forecast is also favorable.

    This week's Sports Illustrated has a full-page GT advertisment. Cool.
  • refinedrefined Member Posts: 3
    Several contributors to these Message Boards
    have reported unforseen "torque steering" ploblems
    with their new Elantra GT. Specifically, they have reported the front end veering to one side
    or the other without steering. Has anyone else
    experienced this unpleasant, aggravating, event?
    If so, please describe in detail. How did the Hyundai dealer respond to your complaint? What
    did the repair(s) consist of?

    GT owners with more than 10,000 miles on your odometers, are you still happy with your Hyundai?
    Or, are you second guessing your purchase decision? Why? Or, why not? Be specific, please.
    Thanks!
  • compensatecompensate Member Posts: 212
    You may have to wait a bit for one of us to hit 10,000 miles on our E-GT, since the model has only been available for a few months now. However, mpgman may be hitting that soon, since he drives MANY miles.

    And why are you so persistent in getting feedback on the Elantra GT? From the "tone" of your two messages, you seem to be trying to find a bias AGAINST the Elantra GT. Do you work for Toyota, Mazda, Honda, or another Japanese auto company?
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