Hyundai

Hyundai Accent

Price $14,599 – $21,699
Fuel consumption 6.2 – 8.2 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 83%(view ratings)
The Hyundai Accent was entirely redesigned last year. All versions (L, LE, GL and GLS) feature a 1.6-litre direct-injected engine that develops 130 horsepower and 119 lb.-ft. of torque. It's paired with a six-speed manual or automatic gearbox. A heated steering wheel, heated front seats, a power sunroof as well as an infotainment system with seven-inch touchscreen and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto integration are all available in the Accent.

Detailed ratings

The Car Guide rating 83%
Fuel economy 7/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 8/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 8/10
Overall 9/10

What's new in 2019

N/A

Pros

  • Surprisingly refined
  • Spacious cabin (for a sub-compact)
  • Very comfortable
  • Great road holding
  • Easy on the eyes

Cons

  • Lacklustre base trim
  • Ineffective driving modes
  • Blazingly loud in spirited accelerations
  • Engine not powerful enough
  • Fuel consumption is barely acceptable

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