First, the quality of this car is unbelievable. Considering its age (16-17 years old), you wouldn't know. People are always shocked when I tell them! The upholstery, dashboard, gas economy...all are like that of a new car. Speaking of, the gas efficiency is great. I drive a considerable amount, and I only have to fill up monthly. There's tons of trunk room. I can fit 3 oversized suitcases and still have room for other items. The seats are extremely comfortable, and there's lots of leg room (I am above average height). I regularly make a 1600-mile round trip and I'm always comfortable doing so. I think the most surprising thing about this car is just how much storage there is as a whole. I'm a big DIY fan, and this little car can fit several 2x8s inside. The backseat has lots of room for car seats. Still, nothing is perfect. I live in the Mid-Atlantic, so generally we get a few snowstorms a year. The car handles in the snow very poorly. Despite having good all-season tires, I can't even drive in an inch of snow. Rain and slush are fine--fresh snow just doesn't work. I've had two cracked radiators in the four years I've owned this car, which is almost unbelievably likely. It might be an issue with this model. But it still wouldn't stop me from heartily recommending this car to anyone.

Overall, my Elantra is a really good car, but that is the most I can say about it. It has been extremely reliable, but it is not exciting or fun to drive. The car just gets me from point A to point B reliably.