Hyundai Elantra Hatchback (2001 - 2006) 2.0 TD Si 5d (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Skinflint with no image.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

He's done it again and found a car to match a big brand for no money.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes because it does everything I need - cavernous boot for shopping/transporting. Plenty of leg and headroom for passengers - even a rear arm rest.

What are you likely to buy next?

Sadly the car was written off by a lorry on the A12 however it was so well built I was unharmed. Since then I have had three cars - a Merc C180, Skoda Fabia and Proton Impian - reviews to follow.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Franchised

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£4,500

When did you buy the car?

November 2006

Did you get a good deal and why?

The car was nearly £11K new but three years later only £4500 with 22K on the clock plus I got a £500 trade in for my old Hyundai Accent.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I wanted a car that could handle motorway speeds and mileage easily. The Hyundai Elantra fitted the bill and having owned two Hyundai's previously (a 1988 Pony 1.3 and a 1999 Accent 1.3) I had every confidence in the brand.

What was the dealer like?

The dealer (Ickleford Motors) was great.

What's it like to drive?

Great - pulls like a train, drives all day long at motorway speeds without so much as a hiccup. Rubbish in the wet - no grip no matter what tires and therefore lethal in the snow.

What's it like to park?

Easy - nicely balanced power steering with large mirrors ensure you hit your marks every time.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Nothing

What's most practical about your car?

The engine which just seemed bullet proof.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Air Con.