2004 Hyundai Accent Review
2004 Hyundai Accent Review
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Hyundai Accent types
- Sedan
- Hatchback
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Pros
- Excellent warranty, low price, nicely appointed interior, solid build quality, smooth ride.
Cons
- Weak tires, low handling limits, can't get cruise control or antilock brakes.
What’s new
Side-impact airbags are now standard equipment on all models. A GT version of the hatchback is now available that adds performance features like a sport-tuned suspension and larger wheels and tires.
Edmunds 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.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Hyundai Accent 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.64 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$167/mo for Accent Base
Accent Base
vs
$183/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Hyundai Accent.
5 star(58%)
4 star(31%)
3 star(3%)
2 star(4%)
1 star(4%)
92 reviews
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4 out of 5 stars
Champina -- surprised to find a new love!
mikistewart, 06/21/2011
2004 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
We purchased our used 2004 Accent GL Sedan last August for $3,600.00. This amazing compact car quickly became our go-to choice -- even for distance travel! She's already been roundtrip from Nebraska to Arizona. We named her "Champina".
Our first vehicle is a 2001 Dodge RAM Pickup with every luxury; Champy was bought as Mom's "local errand car". When gas prices topped $3 a gallon, she … became our primary transportation. The Accent's fuel economy, comfort and reliablity have won us over; our 15 MPG RAM is reserved for hauling, intown errands and "boys night out!"
She has needed only regular maintenance in >15,000 miles of all-weather mountain travel.
4 out of 5 stars
10 yr Review - Fantastic value!
diydriver, 10/26/2014
2004 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
I bought this vehicle in 2008 as the third owner (1st yr, rental car company;2nd owner, military who commuted 60 miles each way to base). Bought for $5400 w/55k miles, I drove it for 2yrs locally, going to work, errands on weekend, avg'd 29/city. Took a job 102 miles each way, commuted each day for 18 months, avg'd 35 highway (and it was originally rated at 30mpg)! Mileage at start of … job was 70k, 145k when done. Since then, local commute is all-city, avg 28mpg. I now have 170k miles, and the only major expenses I've had are tires, wheel bearings, and FWD axles. Also replaced a few broken door handles, spark plugs, plug wires, & belts, but those are cheap.
Most reliable and cheapest car to operate I've EVER owned in 30 years.
Edmunds wants an UPDATE:
Sold at 175k miles, still going strong. The replacement? A 2013 Hyundai Accent hatchback, of course!
These cars are undervalued compared to the value they offer.
BTW Edmunds, quit sending me emails telling me to update this review. The vehicle HAS BEEN SOLD!
ANOTHER UPDATE:
Edmunds wants ANOTHER UPDATE even though I sold the car 6 years ago.
3.25 out of 5 stars
Transmission issue
Mo, 12/04/2010
2004 Hyundai Accent GL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
The car has transmission issue, i thought it is mine only, then after researching the web i found it is very common, it is also pulls to the right, i took it to Firestone, they found a factory error that can not be corrected (it was not that bad), the conclusion is: you get what you pay for, the good thing is parts are kinda cheap compared to other cars.
4 out of 5 stars
Very Satisfied with First Car
prymal1, 05/13/2015
2004 Hyundai Accent GL 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
Bought in December 2014 at 157 000 km, owned for 5 months, driven 20 000 km, sold because leaving the province and the country.
Wheel bearings and wiper assembly had to be done during the last 5 months, seemed at the time like it was reasonable for a car its age. Started and drove fine in the cold and the snow in Montreal.
Spent money on it like you would any used car for little things … here and there.
Nice and light and fun to drive.
Interior nothing special but drove long distances without feeling sore. No excessive road noise or vibrations.
2004 Accent Highlights
Sedan
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $11,299 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $167/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 11.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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