Hyundai Accent does not behave like the low-budget economy car that its low price tag implies. Instead, it offers great value-for-money, with sophisticated mechanical equipment and comfortable amenities. Hyundai Accent is an impressive value with brisk performance, nimble handling, and a smooth and quiet ride. Accent comes with an aggressive warranty.
New Car Test Drive editor Mitch McCullough is based in Southern California. Bob Plunkett contributed to this report.
dual front airbags, front-seat side airbags, rear seat child restraint anchors
Saftey Equipment (optional):
anti-lock brakes
Basic Warranty:
5 years/60,000 miles
Assembled In:
Asan, South Korea
Specifications As Tested
Model Tested (MSRP):
Hyundai Accent GLS hatchback ($9,999)
Standard Equipment:
power brakes, power steering, AM/FM/cassette stereo, dual exterior mirrors, intermittent windshield wipers, rear wiper/washer, side window defoggers, rear window defroster, trip odometer, tachometer, digital clock, cloth reclining front bucket seats with multiple adjustments for driver's seat, fold-down driver's armrest, storage console; tinted glass with sunshade band
Options As Tested (MSRP):
Popular Equipment Group ($1,290) includes air-conditioning, 6-speaker CD stereo, power windows, power mirrors, power door locks
Destination Charge:
545
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):
11834
Layout:
front-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
103 @ 5800
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
106 @ 3000
Transmission:
5-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
29/33
Wheelbase:
96.1
Length/width/height:
166.7/65.7/54.9
Track, f/r:
56.5/56.1
Turning circle:
32.5
Seating capacity:
5
Head/hip/leg room, f:
38.9/54.1/42.6
Head/hip/leg room, m:
Head/hip/leg room, r:
38.0/53.0/32.8
Cargo volume:
16.9
Payload:
Towing capacity:
Suspension, f:
independent, MacPherson struts, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r:
independent, Chapman struts with multiple links, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance:
Curb weight:
2280
Tires:
P175/70R13
Brakes, f/r:
disc/drum
Fuel capacity:
11.9
2005 Hyundai Accent consumer reviews:
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I like the outside looks of the car and the clean interior. Very, very easy to drive and have no trouble backing car into parking lot at work. CD player, power windows and power locks are the great. Love it.
posted by Andrew on Oct 11 2008
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The car is definitely a great buy! I have only had the car for about eight months, and I can say it is well worth the money I payed. It's very reliable, fun to drive and can't beat the price. I am very happy with it.
posted by Rickson on Jun 11 2007
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This is a great little car! It has everything I requested. Amazing Retro Red color, very easy to drive and very comfortable ride to work and has excellent gas mileage. If you are looking for a small car... Buy this one!
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