Highlight: The entry-level Accent three-door hatchback has been discontinued for the 2012 model year.
Test vehicle’s MSRP: $16,925 (base GLS model starts at $13,320)
Seating Capacity: 4 occupants (2 adults front, 2 small kids rear)
Standard Safety Features: electronic stability control with traction control; ABS; front side impact airbag; side curtain airbags; front seatbelt pretensioner; a tire pressure monitoring system; and active front head restraints
Standard Equipment SE: 16-inch tires; air condition; steering wheel control; power windows; power door locks; remote keyless entry; leather wrapped tilt steering column; sliding front center armrest with storage box; front foglights; cloth manual adjustable seats; and a
rear spoiler
Trim Levels:
GLS (sedan)
GS (five door hatchback)
SE (five door hatchback)
Standard Audio: a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD with a MP3 and a 90-day subscription to XM satellite radio
Bumper-to-Bumper Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Standard Engine/Horsepower: 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder/138-hp
Recommended Fuel: Regular
Standard Fuel Mileage: 30-city/40-hwy
What’s New: Hyundai rolls into the 2012 model year with a redesign Accent. With the new design, Hyundai engineers also made tweaks underneath the hood, offering a new, fuel-efficient 1.6-liter engine with a 6-speed transmission.
Pros: Besides its sister vehicle, the Kia Rio,
the Hyundai Accent SE is one of the best buys in the subcompact category,
offering a best-in-class new-vehicle (and powertrain warranty), an adjustable
front center armrest, a XM satellite radio subscription and automatic
headlights.
And besides this subcompact being loaded with
content, buyers can look forward to this roomy subcompact offering comfortable
front seats along with ample cargo space, especially when the rear seats are
folded down.
