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Honda Civic vs. Hyundai Elantra

1637 messages,  Last post on Oct 27, 2009 at 7:09 PM

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Re: So quiet in here [bpizzuti] by backy
Apr 22, 2008 (11:12 am)
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Replying to: bpizzuti (Apr 22, 2008 9:42 am)

Actually 32 mpg highway for the Sonata I4, or about 3% less than the Elantra. And we don't know what the ratings will be for the Touring yet. An acceptable tradeoff IMO for 37 more horses and the extra room and comfort of the Sonata.
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Re: So quiet in here [backy] by bpizzuti
Apr 22, 2008 (11:22 am)
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Replying to: backy (Apr 22, 2008 11:12 am)

Unless one likes the hatch...I've still got my 04 Mazda3 5-door and a hatch REALLY comes in handy sometimes. But with the selection so narrow, I may break down and get a trunk anyway...can't get a Sonata with a hatch, can't get a regular Civic with a hatch anymore...so sad, ya know?
 
I'm semi-considering the Sonata, but I have to see how the incentives shake out. I'm really not too sure on getting something that big, though the range increase on the gas tank might be handy.
 
Incidentally, Edmunds gives the Sonata I4 as 30 MPG highway. Elantra is 33 MPG, Civic is 36 MPGs.
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Re: So quiet in here [bpizzuti] by thegraduate
Apr 22, 2008 (11:31 am)
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Replying to: bpizzuti (Apr 22, 2008 11:22 am)

Incidentally, Edmunds gives the Sonata I4 as 30 MPG highway.
 
30 for the automatic, 31 for the manual. Fueleconomy.gov is the final say on EPA numbers, as far as I'm concerned.
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Re: So quiet in here [thegraduate] by delaluz
Apr 22, 2008 (11:40 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Apr 22, 2008 11:31 am)

I own a 2007 Sonata I4 with auto. I got 32 MPG on a recent trip from NC to NY.
 
I had owned a 2002 Elantra (auto) and averaged 28-30 mpg on my 26 mile round trip to work. With my Sonata I had averaged 25-26 for the same trip. I try to measure my mileage each tankfull by dividing miles on trip counter by gallons.
 
I hope this info helps!
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Re: So quiet in here [thegraduate] by backy
Apr 22, 2008 (1:29 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Apr 22, 2008 11:31 am)

Try checking the EPA numbers for the 2009 Sonata--they are improved for 2009 over 2008. I don't think they are posted yet on fueleconomy.gov yet though.
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Re: So quiet in here [backy] by thegraduate
Apr 22, 2008 (1:31 pm)
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Replying to: backy (Apr 22, 2008 1:29 pm)

I believe you are right; thanks for clarifying!
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Re: So quiet in here [bpizzuti] by backy
Apr 22, 2008 (2:32 pm)
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Replying to: bpizzuti (Apr 22, 2008 11:22 am)

If you want a hatch and factory nav and good fuel economy, your best bet might be the 2009 Fit or Matrix. Then there's the Prius, but it gets kind of pricey. And I read the 2009 SX4 will have nav standard, at a low price.
 
Personally I never much understood the value of factory nav, when the time I need it most is when I am on a business trip out of town--driving a rental car.
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Re: So quiet in here [backy] by bpizzuti
Apr 23, 2008 (5:42 am)
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Replying to: backy (Apr 22, 2008 2:32 pm)

Is the 2009 Fit going to have VSC/ESC/ESP/VSP or whatever other alphabet soup they use to denote traction and stability control? I haven't found out one way or the other.
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Re: So quiet in here [bpizzuti] by backy
Apr 23, 2008 (8:18 am)
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Replying to: bpizzuti (Apr 23, 2008 5:42 am)

Yes, VSC will be availble on the Fit for 2009.
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Re: So quiet in here [backy] by bpizzuti
Apr 23, 2008 (8:33 am)
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Replying to: backy (Apr 23, 2008 8:18 am)

Hmm, have to get in one, see if it's comfortable enough to spend 2 hours a day in. I like the seats, heh. Wonder how big the tank will be...

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