2005 Hyundai Accent Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A decent buy for those determined to own a brand-new car with full-warranty coverage, though we'd encourage prospective owners to shop the used car market before closing the deal.
Pros
Excellent warranty, low price, nicely appointed interior, standard side airbags, solid build quality, smooth ride.
Cons
Weak tires, low handling limits, buzzy engine.
What's New for 2005
Trim levels are revised and ABS is finally available.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Awesome car. Great mpg AND fun to drive!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I'm 17 and this was my first car. Being a teen, I don't make a lot of money, but thats ok since this baby gets great mpg. On average I get about 33 mpg. Plus the car itself is really fun to drive. The car is extremely nimble. With my aggressive driving habits, I find myself weaving through highway traffic with ease.
Favorite Features
The seats (especially the back seats) are extremely roomy and comfy.
Suggested Improvements
The cup holders are right in front of the ac knobs and thats really really annoying.
Love Hyundai
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I had a '94 Excel before this and although that was the best car in the world, the Accent is basically it's younger sister. I love hatchbacks to begin with and prefer Asian cars. The Accent will take whatever you throw at it, even though it's not exactly in a big hurry. If you want a powerhouse, this isn't the right car; the Accent's all about economy. Handles great, fits in anywhere, I complain if my MPG dips to 27 (only in winter - when it warms up it's back pushing on 40). Also, never having dealt with a warranty before, I was impressed by how simple Hyundai is to deal with. The speed sensors went out & I was a bit late finding my paperwork to transfer the warranty but it was no problem.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage (27-39 depending on weather); design inside & out - good looking car with nice control layout & dash features; rear window wiper; stereo system; hatchback; Hyundai!
Suggested Improvements
Would like a tilt wheel; cupholders in the way; if it's rained & you open the trunk water comes in from the way the back door is designed (curved too much); would like an oil pressure gauge; seats could stand to be a little comfier.
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Love Hyundai
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I had a '94 Hyundai Excel before this and after losing it in a fire wanted something just like it. Found the Accent, which is basically its younger sister. I have only a couple design issues I'd change, but I love this car. The speed sensors did have to be replaced before 30K but the warranty covered it completely. If you're not looking to be out racing people & don't tend to have more than 1 passenger, it's about as close to perfect as you can come. I definitely plan on sticking with Hyundai's from here on out.
Favorite Features
Gas mileage (37 mpg in town), rear wiper, tons of trunk room & fold down seats, cd player sounds great, controls very easy & convenient, love the steering, driver side armrest is wonderful, as is the rear cupholder, plus it's such a cute little car!
Suggested Improvements
The cupholders are in the way (but where else to put them?), water drops in if the trunk door is wet & is opened, not as good visiblity backing up as I'd like.
I hate this car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 3 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 3 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
1st off, within the first 12,000 miles, I had to go to the dealership 3x's b/c of my spark plugs -- then after about 10,000 more miles, I had to get them replaced again -- of course they didnt fix it right the first time... and second off, still having problems, just fixed my transmission and whatnot 500 buck -- of course only covered in the extended warranty--and it's still not fixed... it likes to accelerate and drop speed between 60-75, of course per my claim to the dealership -- they have NOO idea what I am talkin about, gotta bring it back in... my friend has the same car, he driver door doesnt lock anymore and her boyfriend has a 2Door accent (all '05) and his interior lights dont work
Favorite Features
HA
Suggested Improvements
buy a toyota
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puddle jumper
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Hyundai Accent GT 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Review
traded my explorer for it .wise trade has plenty of go with 5 speed, added mud guards and hood bra and window vents. will tint out hatchback this week
Favorite Features
cd player is awesome, air cond. will frost up the windows, pass up the gas stations (yahoo)
Suggested Improvements
seatbelt too far back to reach from drivers seat. car could be lifted a little higher, leaves get caught in spoiler
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