1994 Hyundai Excel Review
1994 Hyundai Excel Review
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What’s new
Four-speed manual dropped from base car in favor of five-speed unit. Base sedan is discontinued. New interior fabrics and wheel covers spruce up the Excel. Air conditioners get CFC-free coolant.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1994 Hyundai Excel GL 4dr Sedan and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.36 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$150/mo for Excel GL
Excel GL
vs
$174/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 1994 Hyundai Excel.
5 star(38%)
4 star(50%)
3 star(8%)
2 star(0%)
1 star(4%)
26 reviews
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4.5 out of 5 stars
I miss this car!
Jannes, 07/11/2007
1994 Hyundai Excel 2dr Hatchback
I lost it in a fire & I miss it badly. At first I wasn't big on its looks, but I quickly fell in love with it. I did have to do 1 major repair when I replaced the fuel pump. However, as that got the car to reach over 40 mpg I didn't mind! I grew to like not having power steering which at first was a big adjustment. But what amazed me the most was how much stuff I hauled - this car … redefines "scrappy" as I moved big recliners, utility tables, garden supplies... you name it, and still got amazing gas mileage. It's the only car where I've been stopped by admirers. One couple said they put over 350K miles on theirs! Excellent car if you're not out for sheer power as it's not the fastest around.
4.13 out of 5 stars
Good Car
Ben, 09/17/2009
1994 Hyundai Excel 2dr Hatchback
If you are in a city, and all you need is to get from point a, to point b, this is definitely a good choice in a car. I use it daily to get to and from school, and I've had no problems. (Ok, A few small problems, nothing major though) There are a few things that could be better (Air unit, Cup Holder), but really this is a great car. I hope to keep it until it stops working!
4.5 out of 5 stars
still going strong
dd, 01/14/2009
1991 Hyundai Excel 2dr Hatchback
I bought this car used in 1993 with 20,000 miles. My husband and I drove the car until we thought it was on its last leg. I gave the car to my brother, and it is still going strong. That was years ago and since then, I have purchased 2 new vehicles. Nothing will ever compare to my Hyundai excel. Best car I have ever owned. Starts even when the temp is 20 below 0. The car has had … reg. oil changes, a couple sets of tires and a new set of brakes. I loved this car.
3.5 out of 5 stars
Nice Economical Car
DeeJay Russko, 12/28/2002
1991 Hyundai Excel GS 2dr Hatchback
I've had this car for a while and it is
great for all people who like a manual
shifting vehicle to learn more. This
baby has all the things a beginner
needs.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 1994 Hyundai Excel, so we've included reviews for other years of the Excel since its last redesign.
1994 Excel Highlights
Sedan
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $150/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.4 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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