The 2017 Hyundai Accent is available in three trim levels: the SE, the Accent Value Edition and the Sport hatchback. All Accents have a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that makes 138 horsepower. The engine is mated to a standard 6-speed manual or an optional 6-speed automatic transmission. MacPherson struts are used in front and a torsion beam suspension is used in the rear.
The SE 4-door sedan rides on 14-inch wheels and comes relatively well equipped with a 6-way manually adjustable seat, power windows, mirrors and locks, one-touch triple-flash turn signals, sliding sun visors, a driver's side blind spot mirror, center armrest with cup holders, seatback pockets, illuminated vanity mirrors, a sunglass holder, air conditioning, a trip computer and a 6-speaker CD and MP3 player. The SE hatchback also includes heated outside mirrors and a rear wiper.
The Value Edition comes similarly equipped to the SE but adds 16-inch wheels, rear disc brakes, steering wheel mounted controls for the radio, cruise control and Bluetooth connectivity.
The Sport adds performance tires, a sport-tuned suspension, fog lights and projector headlights with LED accents. The Sport also gets a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Buyers wanting a sunroof will need to order the Sport trim in order to select the $900 option.
All 2017 trims come standard with 4-wheel anti-lock brakes. Advanced front airbags, side impact airbags, side head and rear head airbags, tire pressure monitoring and seatbelt pretensioners are also standard.
Affordability
Hybrid-like Mileage
Strong Standard Feature List
Impressive Interior Passenger Room
Available As A Hatchback Or Sedan
The Hyundai Accent remains essentially unchanged for 2017, though a new trim level has been added. The Accent Value Edition adds several notable features at a cost of only $705 more than the base vehicle, staying true to its name by offering buyers more for less.
The Hyundai Accent is a subcompact available as either a sedan or a hatchback. Well-equipped in standard form, the Accent features an impressive 92.2 total cubic feet of passenger room, defying the myth of the small car's cramped cabin. Fuel economy is also impressive, averaging 28 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway, thanks in part to special low rolling resistance tires.
