I have been getting conflicting information about the vehicle but I admire it. I need advice pls.

Not advisable.

Why not buy G-wagon instead?

UgoFly:
I have been getting conflicting information about the vehicle but I admire it. I need advice pls.

Far better than Corolla, I have one available for sale now.

Autogduru411:


Far better than Corolla, I have one available for sale now.

Are you serious? Why do you say so?

UgoFly:


Are you serious? Why do you say so?

because he has one for sale

UgoFly:


Are you serious? Why do you say so?

So you expect him to tell you,the car he wants to sell is not good

You are funny with your question.

lagusboyyy:
So you expect him to tell you,the car he wants to sell is not good

You are funny with your question.

Well, it's better to ask than assume. He might have some details of the car that I don't know.

Very reliable, fuel-efficient engine at par with corolla. Very very roomy and pretty interior, not a thief magnet, is far more secure, the parts are available and reasonably priced, far more attractive exterior design.

The only con is the same as every other car in Nigeria. It doesn't command the same resale value as the almighty corolla ppl have chosen to worship, but I'd say it comes close. Eg buy a corolla 2006 now at say 2.7 and sell for 1.8-2 after 2years..buy a 2008 elantra at say 2.4 and sell at 1.3-1.5 after 2years. Same difference!

Buy what you can afford and maintain it properly it will serve you..

But no buy problem ooo becos you will not be able to maintain it

demolagilbert:
Very reliable, fuel-efficient engine at par with corolla. Very very roomy and pretty interior, not a thief magnet, is far more secure, the parts are available and reasonably priced, far more attractive exterior design.

The only con is the same as every other car in Nigeria. It doesn't command the same resale value as the almighty corolla ppl have chosen to worship, but I'd say it comes close. Eg buy a corolla 2006 now at say 2.7 and sell for 1.8-2 after 2years..buy a 2008 elantra at say 2.4 and sell at 1.3-1.5 after 2years. Same difference!

Thanks a lot for this info. I also heard the engine easily knocks. How true is this pls?

UgoFly:


Thanks a lot for this info. I also heard the engine easily knocks. How true is this pls?

any engine can knock. Easily knocks? That one is a preposterous rumour. Truedelta and consumerreviews website are good places to get info on car reliability, pros, cons based off of actual user experiences and not empty hearsay. Enough ppl on this nairalad have threads on the so called corolla engine dying too. That doesn't translate to the engine easily knocks.

demolagilbert:
any engine can knock. Easily knocks? That one is a preposterous rumour. Truedelta and consumerreviews website are good places to get info on car reliability, pros, cons based off of actual user experiences and not empty hearsay. Enough ppl on this nairalad have threads on the so called corolla engine dying too. That doesn't translate to the engine easily knocks.

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Thanks a whole lot.

If you're getting the car, make sure it's the one with the engine attached below. Don't buy anyone with a different engine asides the one below.

larrypourl:
If you're getting the car, make sure it's the one with the engine attached below. Don't buy anyone with a different engine asides the one below.

But this is not the picture of the car engine.
See the engine below

larrypourl:
If you're getting the car, make sure it's the one with the engine attached below. Don't buy anyone with a different engine asides the one below.

what's wrong with the 1.6l engine?

UgoFly:


But this is not the picture of the car engine.
See the engine below

let's wait and see what he will say about this engine u posted

me too,I want to learn

UgoFly:


But this is not the picture of the car engine.
See the engine below

My bad. I thought you were referring to the 2007-2010 model, that engine type I posted for 07-010 is sturdy, complete iron block and engine price is reasonable compared to the 1.6 engine which is aluminum. Include the year of the car you intend getting to get real user experience.

Good luck brother.

larrypourl:


My bad. I thought you were referring to the 2007-2010 model, that engine type I posted for 07-010 is sturdy and engine price is reasonable compared to the 1.6 engine. Include the year of the car you intend getting to get real user experience.

Good luck brother.

It's 2012 model. Pls share your experience and knowledge about it

UgoFly:


It's 2012 model. Pls share your experience and knowledge about it

I know nothing about that model. Search for common issues with that model online, you should get reviews that'll help you decide.

Depends on the year then il advise u

Dont buy if it's the 2012 to 2013 model..not reliable

I drive the 2009 model and that car has never disappointed one day.

I can't remember the water level of that car going down. Bought the car brand new though.

The only major work ever done on the car is change of back absorber.

The engine has never beem opened up , i only change oil when due.

waoosa:
I drive the 2009 model and that car has never disappointed one day.

I can't remember the water level of that car going down. Bought the car brand new though.

The only major work ever done on the car is change of back absorber.

The engine has never beem opened up , i only change oil when due.

but,I have read up there that the engine isn't sturdy na

different experiences everywhere

Carparts888:
Dont buy if it's the 2012 to 2013 model..not reliable

why?


engine?transmission?

That's a lie,their engines are rugged too,this guy just spoke my mind,Elantra is a perfect ride,no additions.Go get it

demolagilbert:
any engine can knock. Easily knocks? That one is a preposterous rumour. Truedelta and consumerreviews website are good places to get info on car reliability, pros, cons based off of actual user experiences and not empty hearsay. Enough ppl on this nairalad have threads on the so called corolla engine dying too. That doesn't translate to the engine easily knocks.

Just to be clear, I was also speaking about the 2007-2010 model Elantra.

Carparts888:
Dont buy if it's the 2012 to 2013 model..not reliable

Really? What are the issues?

demolagilbert:
Just to be clear, I was also speaking about the 2007-2010 model Elantra.

What of the 2012 and 2013

Texasbound190:
That's a lie,their engines are rugged too,this guy just spoke my mind,Elantra is a perfect ride,no additions.Go get it

What year are you referring to pls

Engine default , they die prematurely

diportivo:



but,I have read up there that the engine isn't sturdy na

different experiences everywhere






why?


engine?transmission?

Engine has a default that leads to premature death.

UgoFly:

Really? What are the issues?

daamazing:
because he has one for sale

lols

UgoFly:
I have been getting conflicting information about the vehicle but I admire it. I need advice pls.

if that's what your heart wants go for it

Texasbound190:
That's a lie,their engines are rugged too,this guy just spoke my mind,Elantra is a perfect ride,no additions.Go get it

know this my be abit late
I wanna buy Hyundai Also

Are the parts readily avail like.other product

I love the car design and stuff

Incase i want to change something

Let just say i have engine problems ( which might not really happen now)

But im the worst scenario
Are the part there
Not that I'll be going from abuja to kafacha just to get a tiny piece of the body

Thanks for a helpful response in advance