The first generation of the Hyundai Elantra began to be produced back in 1990. This model is classified as class C, which means that the Elantra is a direct competitor to such machines as Ford Focus, Mazda and Mitsubishi Lancer. And this is only if we talk about the most popular competitors, but in general, a lot of cars of this class are produced. Such mass market can bring the company fame and money if released successful model, or put an end to the ambitions of manufacturers. Hyundai took a big risk, but she still managed to release a high-quality and competitive product - Elantra IV generation.

An overview of the Korean auto industry allows you to compare it with the Japanese. The first pancake was not that lumpy, but the initial generation of Elantra looked very cheap and gray. Such a car could only attract a buyer with a low price and high quality.

And hereIV generation is already creating good competition for famous brands, and to compete new model could in every way.

It's interesting that Hyundai Elantra a sedan with its small dimensions, and a small engine, as for American realities, was developed specifically for the USA. Many experts were skeptical about the model entering such a serious market, but Elantra did it all with its price. For a new car in dealerships, they asked for a little more than 14 thousand dollars, which is very affordable for any American.

A review of the appearance of the car showed that with the advent of the IV generation, the car became more noble and restrained. The dimensions have increased slightly, the wheelbase is now 2650 mm, instead of 2610 for the previous version. The main dimensions of the car are as follows:

• Height - 1490mm;
• Length - 4505 mm;
• Width - 1775 mm.

Interestingly, in the production of this generation, the company abandoned hatchbacks, and now only a sedan has become available to customers. The appearance of the car is amazing.

EarlierHyundaiconstantly criticized that in design almost everything is borrowed fromMitsubishi, but the outputIVgenerations of the Elantra, the Koreans have shown that they are capable of making great cars themselves.

Narrow headlights and side stampings immediately attract attention. In general, the front part has become a little wider and larger. The dimensions of the radiator grill have also changed upwards. A review of the rear shows that the designers have also worked hard here. Headlights new form look nice and modern. The trunk lid has also been redesigned a bit. Rear-view mirrors fit perfectly into the concept of the car, and provide a wide view.

Salon

As we have already said, in the IV generation, the manufacturer increased the dimensions of the Elantra body, which made it possible to increase the interior space of the car. In the front of the cabin at shoulder height, the space has increased by 22 mm, and in the rear by as much as 40 mm. The design of the modern tubular frame made it possible to raise the front seats.

As is known, budget cars with all their appearance show that they belong to the available price category. With Elantra, everything is not quite so, in the cabin there are not even hints that the manufacturer wanted to save on everything. The oval display on the panel is equipped with a blue backlight, and on the screen, in addition to standard indicators, there is data on the operation of the heating and ventilation system.

The climate control buttons are large and easy to use. On the right side of the console there is a special hook for a women's handbag.

The rear seatbacks can be folded in a 3/2 ratio or even put on the side of the trunk. But you don’t often need such a function, because the volume of the trunk itself is enough, now it holds 450 liters, instead of the previous 415. But one drawback was nevertheless transferred from III generation, manufacturers left a not very convenient lever for opening the trunk, which is located in the pocket of the driver's door. True, in the same driver's door there are control keys for windows, central locking, mirrors, etc., which is very convenient.

Equipment

If you decide to purchase the budget version of the IV generation, then in the kit you will receive:

• Two airbags;
• Car air conditioner;
• Electric control of glass doors;
• Power steering;
• Audio system with 4 speakers.

Not bad at all, but interior review top configuration surprised much more, besides what the regular version has, there is:

• Six airbags;
• Electric power steering. At high speed steering wheel becomes heavier and makes it more comfortable to drive the machine;
• Additional adjustment of the steering wheel in height and reach;
• Active front headrests.

Specification overview

In the CIS countries, Elantra was supplied with two options for gasoline engines. Both power units have a system for changing the valve timing, from which it turned out so high power. So, a 1.6-liter engine produced up to 122 “horses”, which is even more than some 1.8-liter engines.

The most powerful option is a 2-liter engine with a power of 143 hp. The motors could be equipped with either a 5-speed "mechanics" or a 4-speed "automatic" .

But automatic transmissions are not the most best performance dynamics. This was also confirmed by a review of speed qualities, on a manual gearbox up to 100 km / h the car accelerates in 11 seconds, and with an “automatic” - in 13.6 seconds.

In the IV generation, there is a mark “220” on the speedometer scale, but in fact the maximum speed is 199 km / h. More weak engine, 1.6 liters is able to accelerate the car to 183 km / h.

The load capacity of the Hyundai Elantra is 475 kg, and the height ground clearance- 160 mm. Such a high ground clearance is an important advantage of the model. According to many experts, this generation is harder to ride than cars. IIIseries.

Advantages and disadvantages

First, an overview of the benefits of the IV generation Elantra should be made:

1. The interior of the car is quite comfortable. Both the driver and passengers can feel comfortable, there is enough space.
2. Soft, but moderate suspension.
3. When traveling outside the city, the car “drinks” quite a bit of gasoline.
4. In the trunk without any problems fit all the necessary things. If necessary, you can also recline the rear seats.
5. The appearance of the car. The car really looks beautiful, and the design is in no way inferior to competitors.

Flaws:

1. I would like better soundproofing. When it rains, you can hear everything in the cabin, including even water hitting the wheel arches.
2. Frontal and side windows thin enough. This allows you to doubt their strength, and, probably, this was the reason for poor sound insulation.
3. Many owners of the model complain that about 10-12 liters of fuel are consumed when driving around the city for a hundred kilometers. Which is a lot for a car of this class.
4. Torpedo can creak and make other sounds. Probably, the whole point is the low quality of the plastic on this element.

The fourth generation Hyundai Elantra (factory index J4/HD) went on sale in Russia in November 2006. Serially assembled until 2011, when it was replaced by the fifth generation Hyundai models Elantra 2010 model range(factory index MD). The new generation of the Hyundai Elantra IV model was presented at the spring auto show in New York.

Appearance of the new Hyundai Elantra became nobler and more restrained. Base fourth generation increased by 40 mm and amounted to 2650 cm. Even the most picky critic will not be able to find in Hyundai exterior Elantra 4 influences the "older Japanese brother". A cunning squint of the front optics, wavy side stampings. The muzzle became wider and larger. The radiator grille has increased. The air intake pharynx has become solid with triangular blocks of fog lamps integrated into it along the edges. Head optics irregular curved-elongated shape seems to flow onto the front wings. At the rear, a redesigned trunk lid, a different shape of the taillights. Fourth generation hyundai The 2006 Elantra received body-coloured moldings instead of the black ones that adorned previous generation models.

Inside the 2006 Elantra, there's not a hint of budget savings. The front panel has nothing to do with the third generation. The oval monitor is equipped with a blue backlight. The display, in addition to traditional information, displays information about the operation of the ventilation and heating system. The climate control buttons are large, translucent. The front seats have become 35 mm higher due to the new attachment (not immediately to the floor, but first to a special tubular frame). The steering wheel has added additional height and reach adjustments. WITH right side the center console has a folding hook on which you can hang a handbag. The legacy of the fourth generation of the Hyundai Elantra 2007 model range from its predecessor was a not very convenient trunk lid opening lever, attached to the recess in the driver's door pocket. But the buttons for controlling the electric drive of windows, mirrors, central locking, located on the armrest of the driver's door, are placed at an angle of 45%, which greatly facilitates working with them.

On the back sofa armrests, pockets in the doors and on the backs of the front seats. At shoulder level, the fourth Hyundai Elantra flared out by 40 mm, at shoulder level of the driver and front passenger- by 22 mm, at the level of the hips - by 32 mm and claims to be one of the most spacious in its class. Back back row seats fold in a ratio of 3/2, and it can be “filled up” from the side luggage compartment. Volume luggage compartment in comparison with the previous generation, it has increased by 45 liters and amounts to 460 liters of useful cargo volume. The back of the sofa is lowered onto the pillows of the back row, forming a high step. Rear speakers placed in the panel rear doors, which does not interfere with the process of loading and transportation of oversized cargo.

IN minimum trim levels Hyundai Elantra is equipped with frontal airbags. In the top assemblies of the Hyundai Elantra 2007 model range, two side airbags were added to them.

In the line of power units on Russian market a 1.6-liter upgraded gasoline engine with variable valve timing was offered with 122 hp. and a 2.0-liter engine with 143 hp. For the European public, the fourth generation Hyundai Elantra was also available with a 1.6-liter, 115-horsepower direct-injection turbocharged diesel engine. Transmission - 5-speed manual or 4-speed adaptive automatic with no function manual mode. Variation of the fourth Hyundai generations Elantra, aggregated with a 1.6-liter engine paired with an automatic transmission costing from $ 19,990, used most in demand. For the basic "bare" modification with a 1.6-liter engine and manual transmission, the price started at about $17,790.

In 2008 Hyundai Company released information about the launch series production new diesel engines volume of 2.0- and 2.2 liters. The latest 2.0-liter diesel engine with 184 hp (392 Nm) joined the lineup of the fourth generation Hyundai Elantra 2008 assembly. With a new engine, available only with automatic transmission, on Hyundai Elantra the price was 25 thousand dollars.

Inherent to previous generations of Elantra specifications the fourth generation of the sedan has not undergone fundamental changes. In the fourth generation of the model, starting from the 2006 versions up to the 2008 Hyundai Elantra, the old McPherson front suspension and double wishbone remained. independent suspension behind. Reconfigured springs and stabilizers roll stability which have become tougher. Front and rear brake discs in the fourth Elantra have increased significantly in comparison with the previous version. Behind, unlike many classmates equipped with drum brakes, the Hyundai Elantra IV is equipped with disc brakes. All assemblies have anti-lock brake system. As an additional paid option and in top assembly available EBD system. The most expensive equipment the fourth generation Hyundai Elantra with a 2.0-liter engine was aggregated by a stabilization system dynamic controllability ESP.

The fourth-generation Hyundai Elantra ranked second in the EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) mid-size non-hybrid sedans in 2006 and 2007 in terms of fuel efficiency. In 2008, the Hyundai Elantra sedan hit the top 10 best cars almost all world ratings and competitions. In 2009, the Hyundai Elantra won the "Best Quality Manufactured Compact Car" award in a study by J.D. Power and Associates, beating Toyota cars and Honda.

European premiere in 2007 Hyundai versions Elantra as a 5-door hatchback. Elantra hatchback version sold under own name. A team from the European design center in Rüsselheim, Germany, worked on the exterior of the hatchback.

The fourth Elantra (J4) was published in 2006, and in the same year it was already sold in car dealerships of the Russian Federation. The model was produced until 2011, until it was replaced by a new one. fifth generation model. Throughout its life, Elantra 4 has received automotive awards in various categories. Some automotive experts they even claim that at that time the build quality of the Elantra was higher than that of Honda and Toyota.

H and on the territory of Russia, you can most often find a gasoline Elantra with a 1.6-liter engine (122 hp) and less often a two-liter version (143 hp).

The 1.6-liter G4FC engine belongs to the Gamma series with a chain in the timing mechanism. Units produced before 2008 were notable for problems with the hydraulic chain tensioner. They appeared after 50 thousand kilometers with extraneous sounds during engine operation, the engine was difficult to start, and it periodically stalled. The reason was to jump the chain a couple of links. If the internal combustion engine was not repaired, then its subsequent operation led to an even greater jump, which already helped the valves and pistons meet. The first symptom of a jump should be considered the appearance of a "diesel" sound when the engine is running.




After 120 thousand kilometers, the Elantra often has to change the fuel pump and position sensor crankshaft. If at the same run the car began to start with difficulty in cold weather, then most likely it is worth replacing the retractor on the starter.

Every 50 thousand on the Elantra, it is necessary to change the fuel filter, which is located in the tank. The throttle body will also not be superfluous to clean during this interval. Elantra J4 engine valves are adjusted by pushers.




On the fourth Elantra, either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission was installed. On the mechanics, a weak point should be considered release bearing, which closer to 80 thousand km began to whistle. The owners also complained about the fuzzy gear shifting. Bearing input shaft The gearbox could start making noise after 100 thousand kilometers. Sometimes the fork on the hinge can creak.

The automatic transmission of the Elantra IV causes less complaints than the mechanics. Perhaps the only complaint about the "automatic" should be considered shocks during gear shifts on runs above 100 thousand km.

The front rods and stabilizer bushings go about 50 thousand km, the rear ones - about 70 thousand.

The rear suspension can knock after 40 thousand km. These sounds can be caused by: floating silent blocks, breakup levers or rear shock absorber cups. First, floating silent blocks fail due to oil leaking out of them, which will be clear from the characteristic dry creak in rear suspension. As a temporary solution to the problem, some motorists used a syringe with a needle to drive engine oil under the silent block rubber, but due to the presence of microcracks in it, the oil gradually flows out, and the creak returns. Although 10-15 thousand such a silent block is still moving away.

The front shock absorbers can leak after 60 thousand kilometers, although they can also knock on a dry one, the rear ones go almost twice as long. Thrust bearings more than 100 thousand km are easily cared for, the same number live and ball joints in the front arms.

If there is no damage, then the CV joint anthers can live up to 150 thousand km. If you miss the moment and continue to ride with a damaged boot, then after the “grenade” fails, official services will offer you to change the axle shaft assembly, but in fact you can buy a separate CV joint for Elantra 4.

The steering rack may begin to knock at a run close to 150 thousand. Usually the right bushing wears out, which is why the rail starts to knock, or the elastic coupling has already worn out on the EUR worm shaft. By the way, the manufacturer changed the clutch in 2008, but on the 2008 models, the EUR sometimes failed. As for the steering rods and tips, their resource is about 100-120 thousand km.

Even on the fourth Elantra, calipers often rattle. To solve the problem, it is enough to choose a guide with rubber boot at the end (for example, from Mazda), of course, the installation of new guides should be preceded by cleaning and lubrication of the caliper with the installation of a new repair kit. If the Elantra stopped working brake lights with a run of more than 150 thousand, then most likely the problem is in the oxidized switch contacts.

Elantra bodies are galvanized, and therefore rust will not appear for a long time in places of paint chips, and if the car has not been in an accident, then it will not have problems with the body. Of the minor flaws, one can note the abrasion of the protective layer inside rear arches, and worn out (due to the sand constantly flying at them when moving) thresholds behind the front arches.

outdoor door handles after five years of operation they crack and may even break off. If the key is not used from time to time, then the tailgate lock cylinder will turn sour and stop working. On some cars, moisture appears in the rear lights. The headlight washer may require replacement after 100 thousand kilometers.

After four years of operation, a crack may appear that occurs when the driver's window is raised. The essence of the problem lies in the destroyed rivets on the guides. Somewhere in the fifth year of life, the Hyundai badge on the steering wheel will partially or completely peel off.




Creaks in Hyundai showroom Elantra J4 may occur due to the outer lining under the windshield, glove box, trim in the center of the ceiling near the pillars, front passenger panel. The knock coming from the rear of the cabin is caused by the transverse rods of the luggage compartment lid.

In winter, the interior of the Elantra may not warm up well. This is due to the damper motor that regulates heat-cold, which needs to be replaced.




An interesting fact is that if you place a mobile phone next to the cigarette lighter, the dashboard will flicker, some electrical consumers will turn off and relay clicks will be heard. All this lasts about 10 seconds. If the phone is removed, the problem disappears.

In general, in its class, the car turned out to be very reliable, and in some places even surpassing its classmates. It is worth adding to this the low cost of spare parts, and their long resource, and it becomes clear that this car is very good. The only thing that when buying is to give preference to Hyundai Elantra J4 with automatic transmission. Inexpensive and unpretentious car- here is a very brief and accurate description of the Elantra 4.

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You may never have known, but the Elantra is the first vehicle built by the South Korean automaker Hyundai on its own platform.

The word elantra, known today, which was once called one of the modifications of South Korean Hyundai cars, does not have any specific translation and was created artificially in the very early 90s. This approach was driven by the fact that the Asian automaker wanted to give its new model a memorable name that would be memorable for consumers in the European and North American automotive market.

According to one of the many versions, the name of the model was made up of several components. For example, translated from French and German, the word "Elan" means "swiftness", "inspiration", which ultimately resulted in such a definition as "assertive machine". This concept was ideal for this model, since the car was quite frisky, reliable and had an interesting design, which in the complex stood out among the cars of that time.

The Hyundai Elantra was created as an alternative to the numerous available Japanese cars. It first appeared in the fall of 1990 and a year later it almost ousted its sister Hyundai from the market.

Stellar. The first generation of this vehicle was produced between 1991-96, and its appearance had a rather casual look.

The next generation Elantra was produced from 1996 to 2000 inclusive. This car had an elegant body and a spacious modern interior. Ultimately, this vehicle received six various modifications formed from various combinations of several bodies. The third generation of the car, which is also called hd, entered the market in early autumn 2000. First of all, this modification was directed to consumers from the North American automotive market.

The fourth modification j4 began to be produced in 2006 and continues to do so to this day. In addition, the fifth generation appeared in 2011. Each model has its own unique features and deserves the attention of motorists.

Technical features Elantra j4

This vehicle meets all the requirements environmental standards Euro-4 and it is customary to classify it as class C. Often in the Russian Federation this car is referred to as hyundai Elantra New or elantra 2007.

As a rule, the modification is equipped with a four-cylinder engine with operating parameters of 1.6 (122 hp) or 2.0 (143 hp) liters. In Russia, the vehicle is only available with petrol modification 1.6 liter engine. Also, for our state, it is possible to purchase an Elantra in such trim levels as BASE, CLASSIC, COMFORT and OPTIMA.

Speaking about the body, it is made according to the type of a four-door sedan, it is load-bearing, all-metal, equipped with a welded metal structure with hinged doors, fenders, and a trunk lid. The transmission of this model was made according to front wheel drive model, and it is equipped drive shafts of various sizes. Basic equipment equipped with a five-speed mechanical box gears, which can be replaced with a four-speed automatic transmission.

Suspension, brakes and steering Hyundai Elantra

Talking about front suspension South Korean car hyundai elantra, it is made according to the MacPherson type, is independent, spring-loaded, has anti-roll bars, and also has hydraulic shock absorbers. The same applies to the rear suspension, supplemented by the effect of passive steering.

The brake system on this modification of the Hyundai is equipped with floating calipers, and the front brake mechanisms are ventilated, into the brake system for rear wheels built-in drum mechanisms parking brake. For any configuration provided anti-lock systems ABS supplemented with an integrated distribution device braking force EBD.

The steering on hd is completely safe and is complemented by an electric power steering with modern progressive characteristics. Depending on the configuration, the steering column can be adjusted based on the angle of inclination and reach, and the central airbag is located in the steering wheel hub.

Description of the salon in the Hyundai Elantra

At the salon in hyundai elantra the South Korean automaker decided not to save. The front panel is significantly different from a similar element in third-generation cars. The oval monitor has a blue backlight, the display provides information about the functioning of ventilation, heating and other systems. Thanks to modern fastening steel 35 mm higher front seats, it is possible to adjust the steering wheel. A folding hook is installed to the right of the center console, and the control buttons central lock, electric windows, mirrors, are located at an angle of 45 °, which is quite convenient.

The rear sofa on the j4 is equipped with armrests, pockets are made on the backs of the front seats and in the doors. Vehicle hyundai elantra is distinguished by its spaciousness, as it has become much wider, and the backrest at the rear row of seats can be folded in a ratio of 3/2. Compared with the previous generation, the boot size has become more capacious by 45 liters, and loudspeakers are installed in the rear door panel.

The specifics of the configuration of the BASE and CLASSIC modifications for the Hyundai Elantra

On the domestic automotive market the following modifications are available to the consumer elantra car like BASE, OPTIMA, CLASSIC and COMFORT.

The first included systems such as EBD and ABS, the model is equipped with electric power steering, has a pair of airbags, audio preparation with four audio speakers, and an innovative antenna mounted on the rear window. There are power windows on each door, there is an electric drive system and heated mirrors for the rear view. In addition, this hyundai equipment equipped with a heating system for the front seats, has the ability to adjust the steering columns, is equipped with an immobilizer, air conditioning, stylish all-steel wheels R15 /

The hd CLASSIC package is additionally equipped with a modern audio system with six speakers and its control unit located on the steering wheel. In addition, this j4 modification has trip computer, driver and passenger armrests in the rear seats.

Features of OPTIMA and COMFORT trim levels for Elantra

In the list of completing the OPTIMA modification at hyundai car j4, which is quite similar to complete set CLASSIC, is additionally equipped with a pair of side airbags, and the so-called curtain airbags are also equipped here. In addition, the modification is equipped with active headrests, fog lights, electric drive for laying rear-view mirrors.

The COMFORT kit is an addition to the OPTIMA modification for the elantra. The list of additional mechanisms included power windows with a harmless mode, an ESR course safety device, climate control with an air quality control design. Also this equipment hyundai has a stylish leather trim for the steering wheel and gear knob, has alloy wheels R16, burglar alarm on the remote control.

The fourth generation Hyundai Elantra was introduced to the world public in April 2006, and in the autumn of the same year it appeared in showrooms. Russian car dealers. New Elantra received the designation J4 and HD. The last Elantra 4 left the assembly line in June 2011, completely giving way to the next generation. During production, the fourth generation received nominations in various categories. As a result - 2nd place in the top ten most economical (in its class) and 1st place in the nomination " the best choice". According to some reputable research firms, the Elantra J4 surpassed such well-known manufacturers as Toyota and Honda in terms of workmanship at that time.

Engine

Hyundai Elantra J4 on secondary market mainly found with an engine with a displacement of 1.6 liters and a power of 122 hp. Much less often you will come across 2-liter engines with a return of 143 hp.

Gasoline 1.6 l G4FC is a representative of the GAMMA engine line. The power unit It has chain drive Timing. Engines built prior to April 2008 had problems with the hydraulic chain tensioner not doing its job. As a result, with a run of more than 60-100 thousand km, the engine began to “diesel”, extraneous sounds appeared, it was difficult to start, and the engine stalled. At autopsy, a chain jump of 1-2 teeth was found. Complete ignorance of the symptoms that appeared led to a more critical chain jump of more than 6-8 teeth and a meeting of valves with pistons. Despite the measures taken, diesel is also found on the Elantra of a later year of manufacture 2009-2010. Replacing the timing kit along with work will cost 12-15 thousand rubles.

With a run of more than 120-150 thousand km, the fuel pump may fail. For the original, you will have to pay about 3-4 thousand rubles, for the analogue - about 1-2 thousand rubles. At the same mileage, the crankshaft position sensor may fail. With a run of more than 100-150 thousand km, problems may arise with starting in cold weather due to the failure of the starter solenoid relay.

There have been several cases of the need to replace a burned-out engine ECU with a mileage of more than 100-120 thousand km. It all happened by accidental contact with the block while pulling up the positive terminal of the battery. The new unit cost 40 thousand rubles.

Engine valves are adjusted using tappets. Every 45 thousand km it is necessary to replace the submersible fuel filter in the tank. Car services recommend cleaning the throttle valve every 50-60 thousand km.

Transmission

The engine is paired with either a 5-speed "mechanics" or a 4-speed "automatic". Weakness a manual gearbox - a release bearing, which, with a run of more than 60-80 thousand km, begins to whistle. There are also problems with the clarity of the inclusion of the first and reverse gear. Dealers ask for about 10-12 thousand rubles for replacing the clutch kit with work. Approximately the same amount, about 8-10 thousand rubles, will cost the replacement of the kit in a regular car service. With a run of more than 100-150 thousand km, there are problems with the input shaft bearing. Also, sometimes there is a creak of the fork on the hinge.

The "automatic" A4CF1 is more reliable than its manual counterpart. Among the complaints of the owners, one can single out the appearance of shocks during switching with a run of more than 100-150 thousand km. Cases of box repair are isolated.

Chassis

Racks and bushings front stabilizer go about 40-60 thousand km (250 rubles apiece). Racks and bushings rear stabilizer serve a little longer - more than 60-80 thousand km.

With a run of more than 40-60 thousand km, squeaks and breaks often appear in the rear suspension. There are several reasons - floating silent blocks, breakup levers or rear shock absorber cups. Floating silent blocks start to sound first. The metal ball of the pendulum silent block is immersed in oil, which eventually flows out through microdamages, and a creak appears. As a temporary measure, you can drive the lubricant under the gum using a conventional medical syringe. But soon, after 20-30 thousand km, the creak will return. A new silent block from dealers costs about 800 rubles, and they estimate the replacement work at 1.5-2 thousand rubles. An analogue will cost 300 rubles, and replacement work in a regular car service will cost about 500-600 rubles. cups rear pillars they can creak with a run of more than 60-100 thousand km. (1-1.5 thousand rubles per cup). Breakup levers, as a rule, are rented out with a run of more than 100-120 thousand km (500-600 rubles per lever).

The front shock absorbers can "dry" or knock with a run of more than 60-100 thousand km. The cost of a new suspension strut about 2-2.5 thousand rubles. Rear shock absorbers they usually go longer - about 100-120 thousand km. Support bearings of the front struts live more than 100 thousand km. Over time, the freely dangling anthers of the front struts begin to knock. The ball runs more than 100-120 thousand km. A new one costs about 600 rubles.

The need to replace the outer CV joint may arise with a run of more than 100-150 thousand km. "Officials" replace the drive assembly for 8-12 thousand rubles. An analogue is three times cheaper - about 3-4 thousand rubles. You can also find a separate CV joint for 1.5-2 thousand rubles.

The steering rack can knock after 100-150 thousand km. One of the reasons is the wear of the right bushing. Rail repair will require about 5-7 thousand rubles, a new rail costs about 11 thousand rubles. Another reason for possible knocks in the steering is the elastic coupling of the worm shaft of the electric power steering. Since May 2008, a modernized clutch of a new model has appeared. On the Hyundai Elantra 2008, cases of failure of the electric power steering were noted. The cost of work in the work order is about 60 thousand rubles. Tie rods and tips go more than 90-120 thousand km.

Rattling calipers are a common occurrence. The problem is solved by replacing the anthers and bushings of the front caliper guides and finalizing the guides rear calipers. Due to the oxidation of the brake light switch contacts, with a mileage of more than 120-180 thousand km, the "feet" may stop working.

Body and interior

The body of the Hyundai Elantra 4 is completely galvanized, so the bare metal in the places of chips does not “redden” for a long time. If the car has not been in an accident, there should be no foci of corrosion. Wears out over time protective layer on inner surface wheel arches. Sandblasting of the threshold behind the front wheels becomes noticeable with a run of more than 100-150 thousand km.

Exterior door handles on cars older than 4-5 years sometimes crack and break off. By this time, the larva of the lock of the trunk lid turns sour, if you do not periodically open it with a key. Tail lights often fog up. With a run of more than 100-120 thousand km, the headlight washer pump may fail. The original will cost 1.5-2.5 thousand rubles, the analogue is cheaper - 400-500 rubles.

On Elantra J4 older than 3-4 years, a crack may appear when closing the driver's window. The reason is the destruction of the guide rivets. The Hyundai emblem on the steering wheel begins to peel off on cars older than 4-5 years.

Often the source of the creak in the front of the Elantra 4 is the outer plastic lining at the bottom. windshield. Sources extraneous sounds can become a glove compartment, headlining at the point of contact with the central pillar, a front panel in the area of ​​\u200b\u200bthe front passenger airbag, or a plastic frame around the perimeter of the eyeglass case. Knocking from behind can be caused transverse rods trunk lids. In this case, tie rods with clamps will help.

Many owners of Hyundai Elantra J4 in winter time complain about poor heating of the cabin. In most cases, the fault for this lies with the motor of the heat-cold damper drive, which fails at a run of more than 60-100 thousand km. Dealers offer a new motor for 3-4 thousand rubles, an analogue costs about 1-1.5 thousand rubles. Cracking or buzzing when trying to change the direction of the airflow indicates a failure of the electric motor of the flow distribution damper drive.

One of the interesting phenomena that occurs in the Hyundai Elantra 4 is the spontaneous flickering of the backlight. dashboard, disconnection of electrical consumers and clicking of the relay. The duration of the "performance" is about 5-10 seconds. It is noticed that the problem appears when the mobile phone is located near the cigarette lighter and AUX input.

Another electrical "misunderstanding" is a whistle when the dimensions are turned on while listening to music through the AUX input. Electricians found a way out - installing a "jumper" that reinforces the mass in the electrical circuit.

Conclusion

In comparison with classmates, the Hyundai Elantra 4 is in no way inferior in terms of reliability, and somewhere even surpasses it in terms of resource and price of spare parts. A little more attention will require an inexpensive and easy-to-maintain suspension. Chain tensioner problems are less common these days, but manual transmission vehicles should be avoided. Hyunda Elantra J4 is quite suitable for the role of an inexpensive unpretentious car.