1998 Hyundai Elantra
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Hyundai Elantra. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. After that come transmission (17%) and air bags (9%).
At a glance
- Complaints
- 75 filed with NHTSA
- Most reported
- Engine 21% of complaints
- Fuel economy
- 22 to 24 MPG combined
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls and 5-Star ratings; U.S. EPA
Problems owners report
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 1998 Hyundai Elantra. Engine is the most reported problem area, at 21% of complaints. After that come transmission (17%) and air bags (9%).
Mileage, severity and owner comments for the 1998 Hyundai Elantra
Fuel economy
The EPA lists 4 versions of the 1998 Hyundai Elantra. Combined fuel economy ranges from 22 to 24 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 21 city / 29 highway.