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2012 Hyundai Accent Sedan
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The 2012 Hyundai Accent is a subcompact car available in sedan and hatchback trim levels. The Accent is powered by a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 138 hp and 123 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options consist of a 6-speed manual and an optional 6-speed automatic. Equipped with FWD the Accent achieves an EPA estimated 30 mpg city and 40 mpg highway. Features include 16-inch wheels, steering-wheel mounted controls, hands-free phone capabilities, iPod/USB jack, 6-speaker sound system, and CD/MP3 player. Safety is comprised of vehicle stability management, electronic stability control, traction control system, anti-lock braking, electronic brake distribution, brake assist, front-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, and tire pressure monitoring. The Accent is backed by a 5-year/60,000-mile warranty.
Benefits of Driving a 2012 Hyundai Accent Sedan
Hyundai's Accent may be best known as the cheapest car in America, but for 2012, the automaker has decided to step away from that pursuit with its entry-level compact. The Accent offers quite a bit of bang for the buck in a compact car, and its new 1.6L engine is both relatively powerful and very efficient. At right around $13k, the Accent is a great value, with more options than what you'd get on a comparably priced Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris or MAZDA2.
What's new for 2012?
The Accent has been completely redesigned for the 2012 model year. A new 1.6L engine has been fitted to all models, which makes 138 horsepower and achieves 40 mpg on the highway. Two body styles are available: a 5-door hatchback and a 4-door sedan. The 3-door hatchback has been discontinued. Both feature all-new styling, with new bodylines, larger headlamps and higher-mounted tail lamps helping to give the car a more upscale look. The car's interior has also been completely redesigned for 2012, with a class-leading 21.2 cubic feet of cargo space in the 5-door model.
Model Strengths
- Fresh styling, efficient new 1.6L engine, excellent 'bang for the buck'
Model Review
For 2012, the Hyundai Accent is all-new. Outside, a new body has been designed, with a much more flowing look than what was used on previous models. New headlights and tail lights have been fitted, and those, along with revised body contours, resemble other Hyundais currently being produced, especially the Sonata, Elantra and Tucson. The Accent is still Hyundai's entry-level compact car, with prices starting at right around $13k. Two body styles are available for 2012: the 5-door hatchback and the 4-door sedan.
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