Used 2009 Hyundai Accent Consumer Reviews
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My thoughts
MrSilver, 02/18/2016
2009 Hyundai Accent SE 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
24 of 27 people found this review helpful
I've owned the car for over 2 years now. I bought it used with ~52k miles on it back in the fall of '13. It is the SE with all the options and a MT. I just turned over 80k miles this month. What I like: For a hatchback, it looks kinda neat. I like the tail lights and the stubby spoiler. The cloth interior is nice, it's the charcoal with rough texture and that's right up my alley. For a 110 HP engine, it sure feels like more, so I've been alright with the power, even though I'm accustomed to more powerful vehicles (200 HP Taurus, 220 HP Eclipse GSX). I like the amount of space in the engine bay for repairs and maintenance. The engine has the capability of going into high RPMs. I like the hatchback and the cargo area, especially with the rubber floor mat. Liked the Sirius XM radio. I've never had the car break down on me or leave me stranded or fail to start. Things that I like less: 5th gear really really needed to be longer. I run on the freeway to commute, and at 70 MPH, the engine is at ~3,500 RPM. How great the MPG could have been if the final gear left me at 2,000-2,200 RPM! I had the same complaint with my Eclipse GSX. These engineers really need to lengthen the final gear, it's not for acceleration, it's for cruising! Unfortunately, the MPG is not what I expected out of a car this size. I expected 34-35 MPG but average somewhere just under 30 MPG. The tires. Oh my the tires. Firstly, why a tiny hatchback comes with 16" rims is beyond me. You feel every bump with these low profile tires, and let me tell you, they are easy to pop! Lost one along with a dented rim in a pothole. Lost a second on a gravel country road. These are simply not made to be durable or comfortable. To add the cherry on the top, tire shops do not stock this size! Blow a tire? Guess you're waiting a day or two for your size to come in! Do yourself a favor and "upgrade" to the stock 14" rims off a GS and put normal tires on it with a higher sidewall. Squeaky clutch pedal. Don't know how to fix it, it's always squeaked. Asked the dealership to lube it or something, they couldn't fix it. Cheap dashboard that's guaranteed to scratch. Seems to be the industry standard these days. Sirius XM will mail you to get you to sign up. Seems like the little birdies told them I bought a car equipped with XM radio. Did not appreciate that. Car feels like a kite in the wind. You will fight the gusts and be tossed about on the highway. I honestly contemplate how I can add extra aerodynamic enhancements to keep this thing grounded in the wind. It's so low to the ground already, how is it this bad? It's low to the ground. As in, you can't use normal ramps to change your oil. I mean, you can, but you will certainly scuff up your front bumper cover. And after numerous times of doing that, it will eventually crack. The suspension. Dear me, even worse than the rim/tire fiasco. These cars are notorious for having suspension components that wear out far too rapidly. Be prepared to listen to the lovely sound of popcorn being made for the life of this car. Sway bar end links. Tie rod ends. Ball joints. Shocks/struts. It's all garbage, and it all needs to be replaced at least once (or more) under 80k miles. Some say Moog aftermarket will help. Metal shift knob is heavy and looks good, but it gets HOT in the summer and COLD in the winter. Watch out for both. Sun visors - utter garbage. Work well until they simply break. Want to get a replacement? OK, $80. Great... The sound system is very 'meh'. Almost no bass. Back seat latch rattles anyone? Yeah, you know what I'm talking about... Depreciation. WOW that is a killer. This car lost $6-7K value in the 2 years I've owned it. Ouch. I thought with the gas prices being high that the need for small, economical hatchbacks would be worth something to somebody. Nah, gas came down. Looks like dealer trade in is only around $3,500 now. Almost pays to just keep it and drive it into the ground. With all the nit-picky things, I still think it's a decent car. If I bought a Hyundai again, I would opt for a slightly higher make.
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This car saved my life
Hannah, 12/11/2019
2009 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I was t-boned recently while making a left turn. I was struck so hard that I flipped onto my roof. I not only beat death but I climbed out of the window, coming out unscathed. Overall: very sturdy, reliable vehicle. Highly recommend.
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This is a great car
ggracchus, 09/05/2014
2009 Hyundai Accent SE 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
20 of 23 people found this review helpful
Of course it gets great MPG and is reliable. Our favorite thing about it, though, may seem a bit odd -- it is that it has a button that permits air recirculation for the fan, heater and AC. You may think this is common, but the difference is that once you set it to recirculate instead of pull air from the outside, it STAYS ON. Other vehicles will do an override, like our Ford, that will shut it off. Those types of vehicles think they are smarter than you are, and if the humidity or whatever gets to a certain level, off it goes. We really, really hate breathing pollution from the cars in front of us -- the fan will pull it right from their exhaust pipe into your face.
Poor Gas mileage No overdrive
chriskaline, 12/02/2010
2009 Hyundai Accent GS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
Overall this car has been awesome! The only problem is:gas mileage not fitting this car, 25 to 27 overall is not very good, no overdrive, it is simply a fifth gear. At 70 mph it turns appox. 3500 rpm, that is not good and certainly effects gas mileage.
Comfy, efficient, cute, SE is a good buy
thepod, 09/12/2009
2009 Hyundai Accent SE 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my Accent SE six weeks ago and have put 1900 miles on it since. I was looking for efficiency, reliabiltiy, cargo space, and a little bit of cuteness. I got all of that plus ABS, cruise, a decent stereo system with 3 months of XM included, a sunroof, and reasonably comfy seats. As to be expectied, it's not monstrously powerful, but I can merge onto the freeway or climb a hill comfortably, albeit a bit noisily. When not laboring in one of those situations, the engine runs quietly and smoothly. It corners well, stops well and doesn't feel too mushy. I would have preferred an MT, but the AT was in stock so I went for it. Interior is laid out logically. Overall, a good value.
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