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2008 Hyundai Elantra

2008 Kia Spectra

2008 Mazda MAZDA3

  2008 Hyundai Elantra GLS 2008 Kia Spectra LX 2008 Mazda MAZDA3 Man i Sport *Ltd Avail*
MSRP
$13,970
$12,895
$13,895
Invoice $13,592 $12,345 $13,022
MPG
City/Highway
24/33 23/32 18/32
Rating 7.6 6.4 7.8
Bottomline The 2008 Hyundai Elantra doesn’t have a lot of personality, but it’s the undeniable practical choice. The 2008 Kia Spectra is still a lot of car for the money, but with it’s a bit outclassed by a host of more refined and updated small-car models. The 2008 Mazda 3 is easily one of the best compact cars for sale in the United States.
Likes &
Dislikes

Likes:

  • Very roomy interior, with adult-worthy back-seat space
  • Huge trunk
  • Responsive acceleration, even with automatic
  • Respectable fuel economy ratings

Dislikes:

  • Conservative exterior styling plays it too safe
  • Doesn’t feel as sporty as other small cars
  • Engine noise can be prominent when accelerating

Likes:

  • Impressive interior space
  • Smooth, settled ride
  • Responsive steering and handling in SX models

Dislikes:

  • Dull interior design and subpar materials
  • Disappointing fuel economy
  • Engine noise when revving or accelerating hard
  • Anti-lock brakes aren’t offered on much of the lineup

Likes:

  • Trim exterior style
  • Quality of interior
  • Excellent performance
  • Good fuel economy
  • Lots of standard airbags

Dislikes:

  • Some may find ride a bit stiff
  • Road noise
  • No rear-seat cup holders
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