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summertime, 08/05/2004
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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in just the first year i had the car. i had to bring it in the shop about 10 times. that in all says alot. i have had to bring my car in to the shop for problem such has fusese blowing, trasmmion problems, car stalling, speakers keep blowing and the car not excepting the right gas. PLEASE do not even think of buying this car. u will regret it in the end.
Good Car
Frank Muscarella, 09/08/2006
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Very easy to drive,park and maintain. Nice big hatchback. like it so much I am going to purchase a 2007 2door hatchback.
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Premature transmission & engine failure
TD, 03/26/2007
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car was good for the first few years then fell apart! Transmission started ti disconnect & buck. Took to dealership at 85000 KMS when this happend-and they just changed the fluid, told me the car would be fine. But it wasn't! Hyundai didn't want to fix the car at all! Had to fight to get them to cover just the part (paid labour). Then the timing belt went prematurely at 91000 KMS, and did almost $2000 damage to the engine. Hyundai insists there is no problem with their vehiles even though there was a TSB announcement on the 2002 Accents transmissions! The sensors had to be replace on my car too at 80000 kms.
Not a Bad Little Car
EricD, 08/28/2007
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I've owned it for 5 years now and for a 10,600 price tag out the door I can't complain. The only problem has been a recurring censor problem that causes the engine to putt and not shift, followed by check engine light that stays on for about 2 days. When the problem occurs I restart the engine and the car is fine. A little over 72,000 miles on the car and it's been happening sporatically since about 50,000. Only changed the battery, tires, timing belt, water pump, brakes obviously and fluids. Up until now preventive maintenance is all. Air conditioning and heat work well and the gas mileage is good on the automatic although I did expect better, much better on gas on highway.
Liked it at first...but not anymore
AL, 08/22/2007
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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First car I've owned, bought new. For the first few years it ran fine, only minor problems with the "check engine" light, which seemed to come on repeatedly. It was usually due to a "sensor" of some type. Only once did this affect performance. However, since the end of the 5-year warranty last fall, I've had nothing but problems. It seems like everything has broken all at once! First it was the instrument panel (light flickers; dealer unable to fix even after replacing it), then the engine light again (dealer "fixed" THREE TIMES - and charged me for each - in 2 weeks). Now the window is stuck down and will cost $400 to fix. I can't wait to get rid of this car! Don't buy a Hyundai.
Cheap for a reason
Jeffrey, 03/07/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Basics: No standard features. Cheaply built. Poor visual sight when driving. No back seat room. No front seat room. Low head clearence. No power in the engine. Rattle noises when I accelerate. Cheap feel. No pride in owning one. I can only hope when people see the "H" they think it is a Honda. Cheap price for a Cheap car. Not recomended unless you cannot afford anything else. If you want a Hatchback get a VW Golf, like I will be in 2 months.
Great Buy
NDM, 03/08/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I was a little worried about buying a Hyundai, especially their cheapest model. My wife and I have always purchased Honda, Toyota, or Nissan. However, we needed a second vehicle, and we did not see the need nor purpose of spending major money on a second car. The Accent was just right. I truly recommend this car to anyone. Hyundai has really come a long way!!!
very functional
ftc, 06/04/2003
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have been driving mine for over a year now, including trips from Illinois to North Carolina, Nebraska and Tennessee. No problem driving through rain storms and a snow storm. I had ample power in the mountains. When I bought a computer system last summer, had no problem fitting all of the boxes inside. I regularly carry my bicycle inside. I am a small person, and the driver's seat is exactly the right size.
Not bad, but could be better
Stephanie, 03/15/2008
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Bought car BRAND NEW in Oct 2001. At 99k miles had to have transmission re- built ($2500) Not covered under warranty due to loss of transmission maintenance papers (apartment flooded). Only other problems were, window actuator broke and window would get stuck down & at about 2 years old the spark plug wires melted and caused the car to slip and had to have towed to dealer to have fixed. Multiple trips to dealer due to check engine light on for no reason and had an A Pillar recall(had fixed). Car could be better, since transmission started going and still even after being re- built it shifts hard between 2nd & 3rd. Had to have dash panel background replaced, was disintegrating.107,500 miles now
cant beat it for the price
gnx, 06/28/2003
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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i bought my accent used with 8900 miles on it,its a 2002,really like the car alot.only prob, so far was window washer failed.dealer was great in fixing the problem.would reccomend this car to anyone.
A Good Buy!!! :-)
Josh Hopkins, 03/16/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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This car has been increadible! I have no problems with it. It drives realy good and it's reliable. The car is comfortibul and roomy. With the hatchback I can fit a 32 in. tv in the back and still do more shoping with out haveing to go drop it off!!! :-) It need a biger engen and more power but a few upgreads can change that. All in all it's a great car and fun to drive.
great car
hyundaiaccet, 03/17/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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hyundai makes a great car and it shows with the accent. affordable, fun, fast, reliable, and high in quality. i really enjoy the Hyundai brand. great cars.
Unsafe, good for a new driver
CaF, 03/19/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Well they always say " you get what you pay for ". In the 2002 Hyundai Accent I bought it was great for me considering I am a new driver. For a person who has never driven a car before, this one is great. If you are a mid aged person who has came from a volvo or mercedes, or even a nice honda like the accord or cr-v, then this isnt the car for you. This is a car for the low income, always satisfied conser who is jst looking for a car to get him/her from point "A" to point "B" with no pains. Also, by buying this car did I mention you can actually breathe and drive wth no worries? Hyundai has the best warrenty.
real diamond at a cubic zirconium price
Rick W., 03/25/2002
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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I have driven this car for 6 mos./7500 miles. The driving behavior of this vehicle (engine/transmission, acceleration/speed, cornering, stopping, etc.) is smooth and first rate. The interior is thoughtfully designed and well appointed. Space/comfort for front/back is suprisingly very good for a subcompact. Final word: I am a concientious consumer. And I consider this car the very best bang for the buck.
37 MPG and loving it
R J CATALANO, 05/27/2004
2002 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
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Have owned two Exels My 2002 Accent is by far the best raw $$ value on the market. I've only owned 5 speeds w/o air. Automatic with air would be a big mistake with this car. Its a blast to drive. Sips gas. Buy only the base model w/o any options and you will not go upside down. I drive it 40 miles per day and its just a fantastic value If you don't finance it figure 19 cents to 20 cents/ mile even at $2.00 gallon for gas over 60,000 miles. Sell off at 55k for half of what you paid for it and buy another new one, Ok in the snow Strong heater Plenty of power with 5 speed no air. 37 mpg HW Good Stereo.