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4.25 out of 5 stars

a lot of car for the money

julianef, 04/28/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Comfortable for a medium built person, remarkably quiet within 60mph, has all basic stuff: AC, CD, power windows and mirrors, interior trim is well done. Took it on a 1600miles ride, performed well, 36mpg, however, becomes unstable and noisy at speeds above 65-70mph. The 1.6l engine manual provides good acceleration, one has no problems at all merging onto highway, around 30- 32mpg in suburban comuting. It does not excel in any regard, but everything is done right, one can not expect more from this type of entry level car. If the reliability improves for the new 2001-2002 model it is definitely a better choice than a 3-4y old Civic or Corolla.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

NOT A BAD CAR

ERICD77, 11/27/2009
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
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Overall I got my money's worth but at 124,000 miles there's something wrong with my transmission that's around a grand to fix. I think the tranny's a big issue on this vehicle but it's reliable and although I'm not buying another I'm very satisfied with it.

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3.38 out of 5 stars

Not good, Not bad either!

Jimmy Joe, 10/17/2003
2002 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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The car is used as my commuter car. I drive 1/2 hr to work each day in it. i think I paid $8200 total (including TTL) and pay around $12 in gas a week. the car is cramped (I am 6'1) and the seat does not slide back enough for me. The radio also has a problem with keys sticking and being hard to press. The car runs well enough...although it has too much power for the light frame so the front tires peel out froms tops at times.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Be forwarned

pepper, 10/26/2003
2002 Hyundai Accent L 2dr Hatchback (1.5L 4cyl 5M)
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I bought this car because I needed reliable transportation with a low cost. The warranty was what suckered me in. The check engine light came on at 400mi. and has stayed on. I now have 28,000mi. I've taken it in to be looked at, and the dealership can't seem to figure out what is wrong. My dealership tried to charge me to look at the car. I had to call Hyundai to get a refund, and I still have the problem. Mechanically, otherwise, it has been fine...I have yet to be left stranded. I do plan to replace this car with another Toyota in a few months. I was hoping for similar quality, but sadly mistaken.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

bang for your buck

sep, 06/15/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Excellent car for running back and forth to work, with kids,scouts ect.FUN to drive. Looks good too. No more mechanics bills for ten years. Peace fo mind for $11,000 cant be beat.

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