Hyundai Accent
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The 2012 Hyundai Accent is completely updated from the model it replaces, boasting a new look, new engine and a host of standard and available features. Also, a new 5-door version joins the line-up.
In an effort to keep prices in check, Hyundai has deleted the SE trim's sunroof for 2011. On the plus side, however, the GS trim gains a 172-watt six-speaker stereo with iPod, USB and auxiliary audio input jacks.
Introduced in 1994, Korean-maker Hyundai's Accent led U.S. entry-level car sales from 2000-2005, mostly due to its value for the money and Hyundai's aggressive warranty—despite a reputation for somewhat questionable quality. Now that high fuel prices have this segment heating up, Hyundai's third-generation Accent will have tough new competition for 2007—Korean partner Kia's Rio, Honda's Fit, Nissan's Versa, Toyota's Yaris and Chevrolet's (also Korean-built) upgraded Aveo—but it still should be up to the task.
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A sweet ride with some room for improvements
By tclune (MA) on Thursday, January 05, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 2,800
overall rating 4 of 5rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Good mileage, stylish inside and out, quiet ride"
Cons: "Poor driver's seat lumbar support, no spare tire"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9
"I bought this car for commuting -- I drive 100 miles round-trip each day, and mileage is important. I am getting just under 40 mpg on my mixed city/suburbs/rural commute. But I got a lot more than I bargained for. This car is lovely inside and out. It is a lot more roomy than I was expecting. It is a lot quieter than my old Echo was, and puts that quiet to good use with a very nice sound system. So what's not to like? A few relatively small things. First, the driver's seat has poor lumbar support. There is no adjustment for that, so I now use a small firm pillow for lower back support when I drive Second, the headlights aren't really bright enough. I drive some country roads that are dark at night, and the headlights just don't light up the road unless they are on high beam. Third, there is no spare tire or jack with the car. They have some kind of flat-fixer kit that doesn't inspire much confidence, and they include free roadside assistance for the first five years, which is a bit more reassuring. But I'll probably buy a donut and a jack before much longer. Fourth, the storage space and cupholders are fewer and closer together than they need to be. My old Echo had a storage bin under the passenger seat that was handy for such things as collapsing umbrella storage, and storage bins under the dash for miscellaneous junk. The Accent has a couple of cup-holders (that are too close together for putting two large cups in them at once) and a small storage bin under the radio that isn't quite wide enough to accommodate CD jewel cases. It wouldn't have cost much to have created a bit more dump space. But, apart from those few quibbles, I am delighted with this car. The skid control system (SCS) is a mixed blessing. When the weather is nice, it seems to make the steering a tad stiff. But, when the wind howls down I-495, the SCS significantly improves the feel of control and stability. The car seems solid and well-built, but only time will tell whether I'll be able to get more than the 275K miles that I got out of my old Echo."
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still to early to tell how long it stands up.
By sal (NY) on Monday, December 26, 2011
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 600
overall rating 4 of 5rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 8
"car rides nice,has spacious room inside,price is right. one bad side, is that it comes with a air pump,in case of a flat. NO SPARE TIRE AND JACK."
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Great car!
By DONV (NJ) on Friday, February 03, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 10,000
overall rating 5 of 5rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"Best lumbar support I have ever experienced in a car! I am getting 36 to 40 miles per gallon -super mileage and roomy. I especially like the hatchback truck where you do not see in. Also it is versatile by putting the rear seats down for easy transport of items."
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