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1998 Hyundai Elantra

Used 1998 Hyundai Elantra

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1998 Hyundai Elantra Exterior: 0
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1998
Fuel Economy
23 combined mpg
Horsepower
130 hp
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
Cargo Volume
11.4 - 63 cu ft
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1998 Hyundai Elantra Overview

1998 Hyundai Elantra Pricing

1998 Hyundai Elantra pricing starts at $1,992 for the Elantra Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $13,728 when new. The range-topping 1998 Elantra GLS Wagon 4D starts at $2,190 today, originally priced from $15,673.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$13,728
$1,992
$14,628
$1,955
$15,023
$1,567
$15,673
$2,190

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 1998 Hyundai Elantra models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Elantra Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Hyundai Elantra (1996-2000) a 4.2 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 86% recommend it. These figures are based on 174 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Hyundai Elantra

"Probably the best value for the money"

"I bought this vehicle from a private owner for about $500 below the KBB price, and could not be more satisfied. I never had any problems with the drive train or any other component of the car. Regular oil changes made the car run smoothly. The only issue I had at the beginning was that the engine was a bit louder than my last car, but I guess that the GLS model I had was a sportier version. I actually got used to it and learned to quite enjoy it by the spring time. I never thought that I would buy a Hyundai before this purchase, but not I would put it right on the top of my list. It is probably the best value for the money!"

"Driving it is a badge of honor"

"I bought mine new 15 years ago. Now over 200K miles. I still have the orginal clutch. The AC has never been serviced and works great. It has the orignal exhaust & radiator. I drive it 60 mile round trip to work daily."

"This car is a little work horse"

"I deliver newspapers on a very large rural route (101 miles per day) 358 days a year. It has sad little kisses here and there, because there is no way to deliver for that many hours in a year without occasionally sliding in weird weather or misjudging where the pavement ends and the deliverbox begins.My point is this car runs and runs and runs. I only have two complaints. I have repaired the regulator on the driver's side window four times and it's beginning to behave badly again. Also, the blower for the heater had died now four times in two and 1/2 years. I'm not going to fix it again because I can't afford it. I can'y fix it myself because the location of the blower means that I would have to stand on my head under the panel on the passenger side. Not happening. But, I love this car. I understand that I am hard on it. But it had been very faithful and reliable, and for what I put it through, it's a pretty good sport."

Overall 1998 Hyundai Elantra Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Hyundai Elantra is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Hyundai Elantra quality a 4.2 out of 5.

1998 Hyundai Elantra Reliability

The 1998 Hyundai Elantra receives an average consumer rating of 4.2 overall and a 4.4 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 Elantra Features

According to drivers of the 1998 Elantra, here are some of its best features:

  • Gas Milage and reliability
  • Handles beautifully, great turning radius,
  • Gas mialage, great ride
  • Good on gas, parks anywhere, cute, carries a lot
  • Great price, fuel efficency, low insurance

1998 Hyundai Elantra MPG by Trim

1998 Elantra GLS Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Elantra Wagon 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Elantra Sedan 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Elantra GLS Wagon 4D - city 20 MPG - hwy 27 MPG

1998 Elantra Safety

1998 Hyundai Elantra Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag
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1998 Hyundai Elantra
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.2
Consumer Rating
Based on 174 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.2
Quality
4.2
Comfort
4.2
Reliability
4.4
Styling
4.1

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1998 Hyundai Elantra Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Wagon 4D
$1,955
23 MPG
130 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
32.3 cu ft
122 lb-ft
2714 lbs
GLS Wagon 4D
$2,190
23 MPG
130 @ 6000 RPM
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
63 cu ft
122 lb-ft
2714 lbs
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1998 Hyundai Elantra Depreciation

A 1998 Hyundai Elantra has depreciated $109 or 7% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $1,430 and trade-in value of $541.

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1998 Hyundai Elantra Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$27
$1,539
$707
2023
$58
$1,481
$614
2024
$21
$1,460
$574
Now
$30
$1,430
$541
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1998 Hyundai Elantra Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
2714 lbs.
EPA Passenger
95.0 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
127.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
14.5 gallons
Front Head Room
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room
43.2 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Overall Length
175.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
54.7 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1500 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
32.3 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
32.5 feet
Wheel Base
100.4 inches
Width with mirrors
66.9 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Roof Rails
Available
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
20 mpg
Highway
27 mpg
Combined
23 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
130 @ 6000 RPM
Torque
122 @ 5000 rpm
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter

Warranty

Basic
3 years / 36000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100000 miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Third Row Seat
  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Navigation System

1998 Hyundai Elantra Safety

1998 Hyundai Elantra Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Front Side Airbag

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Price
$1,955
$1,840
$1,804
$1,638
Consumer Rating
4.2
4.3
4.1
4.5
Fuel Economy
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG
City 26/Hwy 33/Comb 29 MPG
City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG
City 20/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
Horsepower
130 @ 6000 RPM
95 @ 6000 RPM
130 @ 5500 RPM
137 @ 5400 RPM
Engine
4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter
4-Cyl, 1.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 16V, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
Drivetrain
FWD
FWD
FWD
AWD

1998 Hyundai Elantra Rankings

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FAQs

Is 1998 a good year for a Hyundai Elantra?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Elantra is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Hyundai Elantra 1998 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.2 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 Elantra is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1998 Hyundai Elantra?

The 1998 Hyundai Elantra gets 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway.

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