Hyundai Elantra Hatchback (01-06) - Review

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A higher quality product than the Lantra it replaced. But it's no driver's ca. Steering lacks feel, there’s more bodyroll than expected and grip is not a strong point. Elantra is a spacious family choice, but best bought used, as depreciation is high compared to European rivals.
3 out of 5

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Running costs

Insurance costs are quite good. 10,000-mile service intervals. Parts and service costs are reasonable and revised engines offer improved fuel economy. Depreciation is the biggest worry if you buy new.

* based on most recent data

Estimated fuel cost for 10,000 miles per year

Unleaded

£1,395 - £1,918 *

Diesel

£1,393 - £1,457 *

The estimated fuel cost figure is a guide to how much this model will cost to fuel each year, so you can compare between cars. It's calculated by using the model's average mpg (calculated from both town centre and motorway driving) and the average fuel price. It's based on the following cost-per-litre: petrol 135p and diesel 141p. Prices are updated daily.

Summary Running Costs

Servicing period

10,000 miles.

Warranty

Mechanical three years, bodywork six years.

Road tax (12 months)

£170.00 - £270.00

Vehicle excise duty (VED) varies according to the CO2 emissions and the fuel type of the vehicle. For cars registered after March 1st 2001 VED or road tax is based on the car's CO2 emissions. For cars registered before March 1st 2001 it is based on engine size.

Full running costs data

3 out of 5

Green credentials

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CO2 emission figure (g/km)

Fuel economy rating

The arrows indicate the best and worst CO2 bands for this model.

Emissions summary

Elantra scores quite well on the eco front. With an average of 183 g/km CO2 across the model line-up, its emissions are quite low for a medium-sized hatchback. The range is also fairly economical, averaging 39 mpg.

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