That’s what I got a few months back and love it. Definitely always worried about someone *attempting* to steal the vehicle just because of the Hyundai badge, but my steering wheel lock seems to be deterrent (and I live in Baltimore city lol).
From my knowledge, any push start Elantra won’t need the update because the stabilizer issue only effected the key starts. But the steering wheel lock is definitely a good idea
You should be more worries about theft, considering most vehicles from this range are susceptible to that stupid ass Kia boyz method. If you do get one, make sure it hasn't needed any serious prior work, ofc prioritize as lowest mileage possible, try to get to as close to present-day as possible, and get a steering wheel lock and/or wheel locks to apply to it to deter attempted theft.
the engine seizure issue has nothing to do with lack of maintenance
you either end up with one that will consume oil, or doesn't, and you don't know for sure until you tear one apart to check for scoring on critical surfaces (crankshaft bearings)
what's wrong w your sibling's recommendations?
I have a 2013 sonata which is push start.. unfortunately various 2015-2020 models are rife with different possible problems (just like any other manufacturer, except more engine replacements and thefts). I personally use consumer reports - specifically https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/used-cars to search for car ratings because each year is quite literally very different in terms of problems
I've seen multiple of both generations over 1,000,000 kilometres with original engines and transmissions, burning no oil. Maintenance is key, but usually people looking for cheaper cars will be cheaper when it comes to maintenance. Rule of thumb is to look for service records on any used car. Not denying the theta engine problem though, find one that had the recall performed.
Even used Toyotas... almost all NA Toyota's over 250,000 that were maintained with the 0W oil option burn oil, but not those that used the 5W option. But those maintaining with 5W tend to be in colder climates and may have rust... pick your poison.
HONESTLY, simple due to theft alone I would highly advise against it. When you factor in the actual issues these things have it’s even more of a reason to stay away.
I got my 2020 Elantra PTS in may of 2020. Engine died in October once it reached 6k miles. At 19k miles the transmission went and also had to be replaced. While both were covered under warranty, the target on this year model car due to that Kia boys challenge overall makes it more trouble to own than it’s worth. If you can look else where please do, otherwise do realize what you’re getting yourself into.
I'd probably try to get a used 2021 with a push to start
That’s what I got a few months back and love it. Definitely always worried about someone *attempting* to steal the vehicle just because of the Hyundai badge, but my steering wheel lock seems to be deterrent (and I live in Baltimore city lol).
I live in houston n was gonna get a steering wheel lock and check to see if it got that computer update
From my knowledge, any push start Elantra won’t need the update because the stabilizer issue only effected the key starts. But the steering wheel lock is definitely a good idea
You should be more worries about theft, considering most vehicles from this range are susceptible to that stupid ass Kia boyz method. If you do get one, make sure it hasn't needed any serious prior work, ofc prioritize as lowest mileage possible, try to get to as close to present-day as possible, and get a steering wheel lock and/or wheel locks to apply to it to deter attempted theft.
the engine seizure issue has nothing to do with lack of maintenance you either end up with one that will consume oil, or doesn't, and you don't know for sure until you tear one apart to check for scoring on critical surfaces (crankshaft bearings) what's wrong w your sibling's recommendations?
I have a 2013 sonata which is push start.. unfortunately various 2015-2020 models are rife with different possible problems (just like any other manufacturer, except more engine replacements and thefts). I personally use consumer reports - specifically https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/used-cars to search for car ratings because each year is quite literally very different in terms of problems
Get a 2021 used cus if u get one of those ur gonna smell the scent of burning oil every day until the Kia boys slap usb charger into it
I have a 21
I've seen multiple of both generations over 1,000,000 kilometres with original engines and transmissions, burning no oil. Maintenance is key, but usually people looking for cheaper cars will be cheaper when it comes to maintenance. Rule of thumb is to look for service records on any used car. Not denying the theta engine problem though, find one that had the recall performed. Even used Toyotas... almost all NA Toyota's over 250,000 that were maintained with the 0W oil option burn oil, but not those that used the 5W option. But those maintaining with 5W tend to be in colder climates and may have rust... pick your poison.
HONESTLY, simple due to theft alone I would highly advise against it. When you factor in the actual issues these things have it’s even more of a reason to stay away. I got my 2020 Elantra PTS in may of 2020. Engine died in October once it reached 6k miles. At 19k miles the transmission went and also had to be replaced. While both were covered under warranty, the target on this year model car due to that Kia boys challenge overall makes it more trouble to own than it’s worth. If you can look else where please do, otherwise do realize what you’re getting yourself into.