1990 Hyundai Excel

1990 Hyundai Excel

The 1990 Hyundai Excel was a subcompact car available in hatchback and sedan body styles. It came with a 1.5-liter engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. The Excel was praised for its affordability, fuel efficiency, and reliability. However, it also had several drawbacks, including its lack of power, poor handling, and cramped interior.

Engine

• 1.5L 4-cylinder SOHC

Transmission

• 5-speed Manual

Suspension

• No Issues Found

Electrical

• Alternator Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The alternator may fail, causing the battery to drain and the vehicle to stall.
  • Solution: Replace the alternator.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $300 - $500+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Starter Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The starter may fail, preventing the engine from starting.
  • Solution: Replace the starter.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $300+
  • Recalls: None Found

Exterior

• Rust
  • Description/Symptoms: The body panels may rust, especially in areas where salt is used on the roads.
  • Solution: Repair or replace the rusted panels.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: Varies depending on the extent of the damage
  • Recalls: None Found

Interior

• Dashboard Cracking
  • Description/Symptoms: The dashboard may crack due to exposure to sunlight.
  • Solution: Replace the dashboard.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1000+
  • Recalls: None Found
• Power Window Failure
  • Description/Symptoms: The power window motors may fail, causing the windows to become stuck.
  • Solution: Replace the power window motors.
  • Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400+
  • Recalls: None Found

Summary

The 1990 Hyundai Excel had several common issues, including electrical problems, exterior rust, and interior quality issues. While some of these issues were relatively minor and inexpensive to fix, others could be more severe and costly. Overall, the reliability of the Excel was average, with some owners experiencing few problems while others faced more significant issues.