2001 Hyundai Accent Review
Fuel Economy
27 - 28 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Despite a great warranty and good build quality, we'd probably tell our friends to get a slightly used Japanese car instead. This may not be the case for long if Hyundai maintains its upward trajectory, though.
Pros
Smooth and quiet ride, roomy interior, impressive powertrain warranty.
Cons
Boring styling, lack of horsepower.
What's New for 2001
For 2001, Accent GL and GS get a more powerful and fuel-efficient 1.6-liter, DOHC inline four-cylinder engine.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great Car till 84,000 Mile Mark!!!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 1 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 1 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This car gave me little problems at first bought it at 30,000 miles then at 80,000 the speed sensor went and then at 84,000 the whole transmission went could not reverse only go forward cost me 23000 to fix !! Cars should not die this early and in addition the body of the car is so weak that the littlest bump will destroy the body of your car, not safe in more serious accidents im sure.. things begin to fall apart quickly on this little car .. great new .. not great used. Plus Hyundai service department was rude and offered no sympathy that my car died so early even though they promise it will last till 140,000
Favorite Features
it can fit into any space
Suggested Improvements
better transmission, ABS (came out a couple years later), better build quality
Energizer Bunny
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
...keeps going and going.... I love my little Hyundai, bought it new in 2001. It has saved me tons in gas over the years and has never once broken down. At 135,000 miles and 8 years old, I am now reluctantly selling it to my son. I will miss its peppy style and easy parking. The fold-down hatchback trunk holds so much, I will have to borrow it from my son the next time I rent 2 banquet tables and 12 chairs, which fit in it just fine. I am glad my Hyundai is staying in the family.
Favorite Features
Fun to drive, roomy hatchback, great mileage
Suggested Improvements
More leg room in back seat
Hatchback Heaven
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 5 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Bought the car with 54,000 miles and had no problems with it until it hit about 82,000 miles and the reverse drum went out causing the transmission to need replacing. I figured it was worth it for $1300 because I really had no other problems with the car and thought a new tran would last. Now that I've had the new tran it's driving great. I love the car it handles well and as long as you keep up with oil changes it will do fine. It does have a very slow acceleration off the line, but what do you expect right? it handles well and I'm very surprised that it still performs in the winter. I have heard from passengers that sitting in the passenger seat the car seems to be flying, but it's not!
Favorite Features
easy to park and rides surprisingly great at 70-80mph on the freeway. Once you get it up to speed no worries. Interior is very nice. Hatchback good if you lock your keys in the car and the hatch happens to be unlocked! LOL
Suggested Improvements
Transmission needs improvements. Front seat passengers steel the drivers arm rest so maybe they need one too! Why have a/c if it impairs the cars ability to drive. The a/c depletes all the power from the engine. Car seems to really burn oil quickly, oil gauge?
It's a great little car. :)
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I've only been driving the car myself for two years, but it's been our daily driver [and through hell and back it's been] for 8 years as of this september. The only major thing we've ever had to replace is the transmission which went one day in the winter a couple years back. Other than that, the car has had such minimal maintenance done to it since we're unable to afford to pay a mechanic when we should be buying food. Times are tough but we're still only paying about 11-13$ to fill it up from being 3/4ths empty. I have a lot of dream-cars, but I wouldn't trade this one for any of them. Not only do I really like it enough not to give it up easily, I always beat my friend's V6 up big hills.
Favorite Features
The exterior is a big plus for me. It's a cute little car, and it fits EVERYWHERE. It's the car I learned to drive with and I now park better than everyone in the apartment building that I live in. :) And the Sapphire Blue color is great~. It's not too obnoxiously bright, but it's not too dark eithe
Suggested Improvements
Nothing that I can think of other than the front license plate screws. This problem was solved in later models of the car-- I was told I probably won't be getting that license plate off unless I want to ruin my bumper. :( which I definitely don't~. Once they rust, they will not come off...
The Best Car Ever
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I came from a Mercedes to a Hyundai. My car had 6 miles when I purchased it. It now has 228,000+ and I have EVERY original engine part. Only changed the timing belt and brakes and did my oil change every 3000 miles. My car has NEVER broken down on me or ran out of gas. She has been 100% reliable to me! My tranny just went and YES....I am putting a new one in. I know the car and trust it. It's worth it to me. So if anyone is thinking about getting one....just make sure you change your oil ON time EVERY time its suppose to get changed. I love my Hyundai Accent and when I decide to get another it will be the Hyundai Azera.
Favorite Features
Dependability
Suggested Improvements
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