1997 Hyundai Elantra Review

1997 Hyundai Elantra is a Sedan 4-dr style car measuring 174.00 in length and 54.90 in height. Made in South Korea, 1997 Hyundai Elantra has 2 trims priced by the manufacturer at 12,549 with just total of 3 recalls in the past 1997 Hyundai Elantra. It’s seating 5 people with 4 doors and a rank size of 14.50 gallon. The engine is 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V and uses 23 - 24 of gasoline in the city and 23 - 24 on highways.

Make: Hyundai
Model: Elantra
Trims Available: 2
Location: SOUTH KOREA
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Driveline: FWD
Seats: 5
MSRP: $12,549 USD
MPG: 23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
Tires: 195/60R14
Tank Size: 15 gallon

Hyundai Elantra 1997 Trims

1997 Hyundai Elantra Base

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY

1997 Hyundai Elantra GLS

Engine: 1.8L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission: 4A | 5M
Drivetrain: FWD
Body & Doors: SEDAN 4-DR
Seating: 5
MPG: 23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY

Vin Numbers

  • KMHJF34M0VU401626
  • KMHJF34M7VU589206
  • KMHJF34M0VU519482
  • KMHJF34M7VU578979

Safety and Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

overall
Not Rated
front
Not Rated
rollover
Not Rated
side
Not Rated
* National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

overall
front
rollover
side
* Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

Safety & Recalls

Recall 00V095001 started on /Date(954219600000-0500)/.

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS CAN APPLY EXCESSIVE VACUUM TO THE FUEL TANKS DURING THE CANISTER PURGE CYCLE. IF EXCESSIVE VACUUM IS APPLIED, MINOR FUEL TANK DISTORTION CAN RESULT. A SMALL CRACK COULD DEVELOP ON THE UPPER FUEL TANK SURFACE. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WOULD THEN ILLUMINATE AND, IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE DRIVER MAY NOTICE A GASOLINE ODOR.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF THE FUEL TANK HAS CRACKED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Recall 00V095002 started on /Date(964152000000-0400)/.

Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS CAN APPLY EXCESSIVE VACUUM TO THE FUEL TANKS DURING THE CANISTER PURGE CYCLE. IF EXCESSIVE VACUUM IS APPLIED, MINOR FUEL TANK DISTORTION CAN RESULT. A SMALL CRACK COULD DEVELOP ON THE UPPER FUEL TANK SURFACE. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT WOULD THEN ILLUMINATE AND, IN SOME CASES, THE VEHICLE DRIVER MAY NOTICE A GASOLINE ODOR.

Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF THE FUEL TANK HAS CRACKED, IT WILL BE REPLACED.

Recall 97V026000 started on /Date(856933200000-0500)/.

Summary: THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER ELECTRICAL CONTACTS WERE CONTAMINATED DURING ASSEMBLY.

Consequence: THIS CONTAMINATION INTERFERES WITH THE ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT CONTINUITY AND PREVENTS THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR FROM OPERATING. INOPERATIVE WINDSHIELD WIPERS CAN CONTRIBUTE TO REDUCED VISIBILITY DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REMOVE THE CONTAMINANTS FROM THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR CIRCUIT BREAKER CONTACTS.

FAQ

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If you consider used 1997 Hyundai Elantra look at maintenance fees and average fuel economy compared to similar models. 1997 Hyundai Elantra’s uses 1 gallon of fuel for 23 - 24 miles, which is lower then 1996 Hyundai Elantra.

The 1997 Hyundai Elantra is FWD and isn't the best choice for driving in snow, as it doesn't have enough ground clearance.

Before going to the dealership, get an appraisal for your 1997 Hyundai Elantra so you know how much it’s worth. Usually, the value of used 1997 Hyundai Elantra is lower than $5,550.

Hyundai All models of 1997

Hyundai Accent

$11,099 - $12,549
23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
2 Trims
5
1
1.8L L4 DOHC 16V

Hyundai Elantra

$11,099 - $12,549
23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
2 Trims
5
1
1.8L L4 DOHC 16V

Hyundai Elantra Wagon

$11,099 - $12,549
23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
2 Trims
5
1
1.8L L4 DOHC 16V

Hyundai Sonata

$11,099 - $12,549
23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
2 Trims
5
1
1.8L L4 DOHC 16V

Hyundai Tiburon

$11,099 - $12,549
23 - 24 City / 31 - 32 HWY
2 Trims
5
1
1.8L L4 DOHC 16V

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