Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 City / 32 HWY
Horsepower
138
Seats
5
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Crystal B
Very reliable and very comfortable
It's been a very reliable vehicle. Its 15 years old and still gets me where I need to go. Its having some issues now with my check engine light but it's still driving well until I am able to get it serviced. Some parts are a little pricey now that the vehicle is so old that it costs more than the vehicle is worth but when it was a younger car it was as just fine.
accountCircle cindy e
Hyundai Elantra. Love it or leave it
Had no problems at all except for the usually oil changes and tire rotation.. Love the car and in fact will be buying another one shortly
accountCircle Christopher E
Great car. Great gas mileage
Alternator went tire popped to easy other than that great car. It is a very reliable car besides those 2 issues. I have had many cars and by far I love this one the most. It gets me where I need to go with really good gas mileage it's nice to only spend 20 dollars to fill at a half of tank.
accountCircle Louie D
Powerful and economic engine with a smooth and luxurious drive
Very reliable with great power for performance. Handles great in the winter snow and great on gas mileage. Comfortable interior and awesome sound package. A/C with constant coolness and rear defrost for the winter season. All passenger airbag with full size trunk
accountCircle Courtney P
My Hyundai is very reliable in the aspect of she rarely breaks down.
My Hyundai Elantra is the best first car I could have ever have gotten. It wasn't my car but was handed down to me by my mother. This car has been through so much as in road trips all the way to Ohio and back on multiple occasions. My Hyundai has survived multiple accidents and bang ups. She has broken down on me a couple of occasions, but that has happened more so in later years when I have taken over the car from it's previous owner. My Hyundai is the safest and most reliable I can say over all of my other friends vehicle makes and models.
accountCircle Alec H
Nothing too fancy just what I need.
It is an extraordinary gas saver, as well as being comfortable to sit in or even take a good nap on the long trips. It is a gem as well because even though its a 2004 it's still kicking with hardly any problems, just do the normal maintenance and your good to go.
accountCircle James L
It is very well designed and durable. No major repairs under 100,000 miles. Just the standard maintenance is required.
It has good gas mileage , 35mpg. It is simple to maintain. Cost of maintenance is affordable. Car is durable. Never had any major problems under 100,000 miles. Comfortable to drive long distances.
accountCircle Pat K
This vehicle is reliable.
It is a nice car. Rides good, easy on gas, nothing else to say about this car. It is white, has a radio.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Alicia D
It's grey with rust all underneath the car.
The Elantra was a good car in the beginning. It was very reliable, needed repairs rarely, and wasn't a gas guzzler. As time went on and the car got older, the car's reliability began to waver. It began breaking down all the time and by the end of the car's life, it had rust all throughout the underneath of the car, making it undriveable. I would not recommend this car to anyone, to be honest.
accountCircle Chris S
Has problems but still runs
There's a problem switching gears and the check engine light blinks often. The drivers door has to be unlocked 3 times to unlock, and the passenger window doesn't work unless the driver does it. Other than them at the car is great, it's kept on driving
accountCircle Akeesa S
I just said that the car is older so it's going to have problems...its 14 years old
Well it's a older car and I had it for going on 3 years and I must say it get to to point A to point B but the money that I put in his car isn't worth it !
accountCircle Joanna B
It is red, 4 cylinder and great on gas.
It is a reliable car and good on gas. It is old and noisy at times and also is quite small for hauling things.
accountCircle Jessica V
Best thing about my car is that it is amazing on gas.
I purchased my Elantra straight from the dealership and have owned it for the past 14 years. In fact, it is the only car I have ever owned. It has always been a reliable car. In all the years I have owned it (14), I have probably spent about $5, 000 in repair maintenance work. Although it does not have all the bells and whistles of newer cars, this car has always gotten me from point A to B. It wasn't until this year 2018, that I began to think about a new car. Probably something in the Hyundai family.
accountCircle Katie L
Reliable Hyundai Elantra car.
The reliability of the car is good. I am at 160,000 miles and everything is driving well. The lights burn out really quick and are super dim. It is annoying to have to replace them about every other month. The engine is still running well. I would recommend this car as a reliable city car, but I would avoid doing a lot of highway driving. It gets a bit shaking over 60 mph.
accountCircle Adam M
Problems and solutions: what I love and dislike about my current car
As the vehicle is almost 15 years old there is a ton of work that needs to be done. Brake pads , transmission, and the alternator has been fixed several times in the past 3 years. It still starts and drives, but I am afraid to go on long trips, which leads me to rent when I need to. If I buy a new one, I will continue to go with the type of model as well as the make, just a newer year
accountCircle Robert E
High miles and check engine light. Good AC. Needs new tires
Good gas mileage and rides smooth. Quality air conditioning. Automatic windows and locks

Hyundai Elantra Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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GLS
138 HP 28-28 MPG 5 Seats
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GT
138 HP 28-28 MPG 5 Seats
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2004 Hyundai Elantra Owner Reviews

4.01
104 Reviews
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5 stars 38%
4 stars 32%
3 stars 26%
2 stars 4%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Emily M on March 26, 2021
That it gets me where I need to go.
I love that it gets me where I need to go. I would love a newer car model that has some technology in it.
accountCircle Passion J on March 24, 2021
2004 Hyundai, great car and runs nice
My vehicle is a good car, I have owned it for 5 years now, with regular maintenance and care she runs great

Ranks #9 Small Cars by Owners

The 2004 Hyundai Elantra has an average owner rating of 4.01 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 22 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #7 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Hyundai Elantra has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #7 of 22 other Small Cars.

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43 MPG
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Is The 2004 Hyundai Elantra A Good Car?

Yes I think it is very reliable. It is good on gas and it’s just the right size for my family and I,
Elena B.
Yes it is a very reliable vehicle because I have had it for 16 years and only had one major repair on it.
Crystal M.

How Reliable Is The 2004 Hyundai Elantra?

Yes it is reliable and no it does not have any problems. Everything works just as it has to. I like it a lot.
William B.
The Elantra is very reliable and does not have any problems. All I have needed is routine maintenance on it
Mary H.

Is The 2004 Hyundai Elantra A Good Value?

It was a very good value because of its reliability its cost was less than other vehicles in the same class.
Nancy F.

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What's the 2004 Hyundai Elantra transmission fluid type?

Answer: The 2004 Hyundai Elantra uses fully synthetic, Dexron ViAutomatic transmission fluid. This is also sometimes written out as ATF 4 fluid. You can find this fluid in one quart bottles at many automotive centers,...

How do i reset the 2004 Hyundai Elantra check engine light?

Answer: The check engine light on Your 2004 Hyundai Elantra will usually shut itself off if the issue or code that caused it to turn on is fixed. For example, if the cause of Your check engine light coming on was a...

2004 Hyundai Elantra: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: The 2004 Hyundai Elantra takeS3.88 liters (4.1 quarts) of SAE 5W-30 engine oil. However, 5W-40 is a suitable replacement, if the other isn't available. A few popular recommendations for SAE 5W-30 are Castrol...

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Safety & Reliability

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