Sell your 2000 Hyundai Elantra for cash

The 2000 Hyundai Elantra is a wagon that came with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine. At 26 years old, many are reaching the point where repairs cost more than the car is worth. Running or not, we'll make you an offer and tow it away for free.

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2000 Hyundai Elantra at a glance

Body styleCompact Cars, Small Station Wagons
Engines2.0L 4-cyl
TransmissionsAutomatic 4-spd, Manual 5-spd
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
Fuel economy19–21 city / 27–30 highway / 22–24 combined MPG
EPA annual fuel cost$2,800–$3,050 a year (EPA estimate at current fuel prices, 15,000 miles)
Tailpipe CO₂370–404 grams per mile
Versions tested by EPA4 configurations: Elantra, Elantra Wagon
Age26 years

Specs, fuel cost and emissions from the EPA's fueleconomy.gov data. Your car's exact equipment may differ.

What affects its junk value

  • Age: at 26 years old, most of a 2000 Elantra's value comes from reusable parts and scrap metal, not resale.
  • Weight: as a wagon, it weighs less than a truck or SUV, so its value leans more on parts than on scrap weight. See how scrap prices by weight work.
  • Catalytic converter: like all gas and diesel cars, it has a catalytic converter containing precious metals, one of the most valuable parts on a junk car. An offer assumes it's still in place. More on catalytic converters.
  • Recalls: NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Elantra. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking it.
  • Known problems: owners reported the most issues with the air bags, typically around 58,000 miles. If that's what failed on yours, it can still be sold as-is.

How junk car offers are calculated

2000 Hyundai Elantra recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall covering the 2000 Hyundai Elantra. Open recalls don't stop you from selling or junking the car, but check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which apply to yours.

Electrical SystemSep 2000 · NHTSA campaign 00V259001

Vehicle description: some sonata vehicles equipped with 2.5 liter v-6 engines and all Elantra model vehicles may have experienced intermittent low-speed engine stalling, which could occur if the maf (mass air flow) sensor electrical signal is interrupted as a result of engine vibration transmitted to the maf sensor connector wiring…

Risk: This condition can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Common 2000 Elantra problems

Owners have filed 197 complaints about the 2000 Hyundai Elantra with NHTSA. 36 reports involved a crash and 2 reports involved a fire. Owners reported 31 injuries.

Complaints are reports from owners and aren't verified by NHTSA. One complaint can list several components. Mileage is the median odometer reading owners reported for that component.

Most-reported components

  • Air Bags25
  • Engine and Engine Cooling20
  • Visibility20
  • Electrical System14
  • Power Train13
  • Air Bags12

Typical mileage when problems were reported

  • Air Bags58,000 mi
  • Visibility42,000 mi
  • Electrical System83,000 mi
  • Power Train81,000 mi
  • Air Bags54,000 mi

2000 Hyundai Elantra service bulletins

Manufacturers have filed 48 technical service bulletins and communications with NHTSA covering the 2000 Hyundai Elantra. These are repair instructions for known issues, not recalls.

Most common bulletin topics

  • Power Train8
  • Power Train4
  • Engine and Engine Cooling3
  • Equipment3
  • Equipment Adaptive/Mobility3
  • Service Brakes3

Recent bulletins

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFeb 2024 · 24-BD-001H

    This bulletin contains information about the proper removal of the windshield wiper blade protective cover on all models. If the protective cover is not removed correctly

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsOct 2023 · 23-EM-005H

    This bulletin provides important checkpoint guidelines when performing engine oil and filter change services.

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsApr 2023 · 23-BD-007H

    Hyundai applies a Paint Protection Film (PPF) on new vehicles before delivery to dealerships. It provides a barrier between the paint and contaminants, such as rail dust,

  • Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsJan 2023 · 23-BD-002H

    This bulletin provides information regarding condensation related to the accumulated moisture in the headlamp, rear combination lamp, daytime running lamp (DRL), or fog l

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Selling a 2000 Elantra: questions

How much is a 2000 Hyundai Elantra worth for junk?

It depends on its condition, whether major parts like the engine, transmission and catalytic converter are still there, and current scrap and parts prices where you live. Its parts make up much of its value. Enter your ZIP code above for a free offer on your specific car.

Can I junk a 2000 Elantra that doesn't run?

Yes. We buy 2000 Elantras that don't start, were in an accident, failed inspection or have a blown engine or transmission. Towing is always free.

Can I sell a 2000 Elantra with open recalls?

Yes. Open recalls don't prevent a junk sale. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Hyundai Elantra; you can check whether any are still open on yours with the VIN lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What paperwork do I need to sell my 2000 Elantra?

Usually the title and a photo ID. Rules differ by state, including what to do with your plates and whether to file a notice of sale. Check our state-by-state car title guides for the official forms.

Sources

Data retrieved October 2026.

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