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2012 Hyundai Accent GLS Automatic Experience
fssrk1, 08/13/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a 2012 Hyundai Accent sedan with the premium package and automatic transmission. My last car was a 2003 Honda Civic DX sedan with automatic transmission. An extremely reliable car and averaged about 28-32 mpg in the city. Just a note certain color Accent are made in Pusan Korea such as the Clearwater blue color on my car. There should be no difference in quality but very minor difference on parts such as Hankook tires versus an American brand. The car rides smoothly in Eco mode but a little slow to accelerate. My gas mileage was 27 mpg on first refuel but there is a 600 mile engine wear in period. Overall happy with the car and bought it at invoice price $16,900.
First impressions--Accent SE Hatchback
uptowndoug, 06/26/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
I considered a number of sub-compacts, including the Honda Fit, Kia Soul, Toyota Yaris and Ford Fiesta before deciding on the Accent hatchback SE. Main considerations were price, fuel economy and warranty length. It's only real competitor for me was the Kia Soul, but at only 34 mpg and about a grand more, I chose the Accent. I paid $16,900 in Sacramento CA for a brand new one with nearly all the options available. So far, after two weeks, here are some first impressions. Two fill ups and about 800 miles: only getting 30mpg so far combined city and freeway. Smooth riding, plenty of pep. Comfy, plenty of leg and head room. Stereo could be more powerful. Ipod lacks volume.
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Never Thought I'd Own A Hyundai
larryw1978, 12/20/2014
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I bought my Hyundai Accent Pre-Owned. The color got my attention. The test drive stole my hear! I wanted something affordable and easy on gas - was reluctant at first because I am big guy and didn't to drive something I could barely fit in! Wasn't the problem at all. I drive quiet a bit in Houston daily, so traffic traffic traffic, so I guess getting 31 mpg is good for me - fill up roughly every 4 days and the most it has cost $24.00. I love how it handles and everything it offers. My only complaint is how low it is to the ground - the rear view mirror is level with almost everyone's head lights - people here are to cheap to repair headlights a lot drive with brites on - annoying!
Awesome Car Totally
luvmyaccent, 10/05/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 32 people found this review helpful
Had this car for two weeks and love this car, got mocha bronze hatchback. this car is everything i want and needed in a car, 36 miles per gallon so far, drives will, a/c is great, stero is nice lots of room, But No spare tire or jack, went to discount tire got a tire and rim for $93.00 brand new full size and fits in spare spot. This car has great pickup and fun to drive, price was under $17,000. The bronze mocha is a hard color to find. I got mine smile, only bad thing is the visalabilty out of the rear window. no regrets on getting this car at all, I love it. Test drive one and you will fall in love with it
Excellent gas mileage, But no spare is Crazy
mdelano, 04/25/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Made a trip from Tacoma Wa to Reno Nevada last weekend for 3 days 720 miles 1 way averaged on trip about 38 mpg in lots of mountain terrain, got as much as 44.1 miles per gallon doing 65 in the flatlands, very impressive fuel economy and not lacking any power either. First thing I did after finding out the hard way, Side Wall Puncture" on right rear tire, was get rid of the junk Kumho tires and replacing with some decent Dunlops with more rigid sidewalls. d Then found a 4x100 pattern 16 inch wheel and put one of the stock Kumho tires on it for a spare. P.S it does fit in tire space in rear. Car does not come with a spare (Very Poor Idea Hyundai) Pump and fix a flat does not repair a sidewall
Very Happy Accent Owner.
justdude, 02/24/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a used 2012 Accent SE with 8122 miles on it. Traded my 2008 loaded Cobalt in for it when I read and heard gas was going to hit 4.50 a gal this summer. My Cobalt was a nice car but at 32mpg it just wouldnt do. The Accent's mileage is Great!! Just filled it up after driving back and forth to work and errands for a week. 4.5 gal!!! So happy with that. Avg 34.4mpg. The cobalt was a pitiful 24mpg at best. The only thing I would have liked is a lumbar support and outside temp. Gauges and radio are easy to see and use as is the bluetooth. This car is just so easy to drive I kind wished I lived further from work......
6 months in my 2012 GLS
04/27/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I traded a 2007 Azera for this car. The Azera convinced me that Hyndai knew how to build really good cars; the Accet is the best little car I've ever driven. It is sharp- good-looking, economical, safe, and fun to drive. I get 32-35 mpg driving to work; I have gotten as much as 43 on a trip. The seats are very comfortable. The steering is a bit loose, ad it is not a sports sedan, but it handles well. I'm amazed at how this little motor does at highway speeds. It can cruise at 85. The short wheelbase makes the bumps quite noticeable, but it is unexpectedly quiet.
Good stuff.
kles, 11/04/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
I bought my Accent SE about a month ago and have put 1000+ miles on it, and still love driving it! Other cars I test-drove first: --Honda Fit--Had better visibility and cargo space, with cool fold up/down seats; but no Bluetooth , more expensive, and virtually unavailable for months) --Ford Fiesta was nice looking and cheap, with great Bluetooth for wireless phone and music. But a miniscule back seat and cargo area--doubt it would have fit the carseat with my 4 yr old actually in it, let alone a full-sized person. Also, poor visibility--felt like I had to crane my neck to see out left driver's front window & right rear window. Poor visibility out back d/t small window & huge headrests.
I love my car
jg523, 09/23/2014
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
39 of 43 people found this review helpful
I've had my Accent for a little over three years now, and I've gone over 80,000 miles in her. She has not given me ONE problem with the engine. Even when I haven't taken her in for regular service in WAY too long or have been driving her long distances with a lot of weight, she is entirely reliable. Now, she's had trouble with other people hitting her, but even those repairs have been perfect and she's back up and running in no time and with no after effects. She also gets great gas mileage; on one 8-hour interstate driving trip recently I filled up before leaving and then only once more when I got close to my destination. My husband is 6'4" and even he fits comfortably in the car.
3 years strong
mdelarosa45, 06/26/2014
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
I come from a family of mechanics and live in TX I have owned my hatchback accent for 3 years, bought it with 4 miles on the odometer. Now have 65k miles on it and have yet to have any mechanical problems with it, very little maintenance. Original tires wear out at 35k miles. I have driven this car icy conditions, the car handled very well, the front wheel drive and traction control did their job. Braking is very sensitive but stops good. Acceleration sucks. But Eco mode saves gas! This is a great city car, saves gas and handles curves relatively well despite it not being a performance vehicle, under 70mph it feels very safe handling. MY HYUNDAI IS A VERY RELIABLE CAR I WOULD RECOMMEND IT!
Texas Guy in Maryland
vykerdse, 10/26/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Due to economy had to sell my new 2011 Honda Accord EX-L V-6 coupe. Got $21,500 (best value from Orisman Hyundai). I needed cash for family, and a car, so I checked price on Elantra and Accent. After price of new 2012 Hyundai Accent with all features, taxes, fee's, etc... I made a few thousand. Bought my car Monday October 17th 2011 and so far it does not seem to be like the 'old' Hyundai's from the 1980's early 90's. Good safety features, excellent warranty, decent styling, and strong engine made me giving up my Honda a little less painful. I checked the Honda Civic's/Fit's, but the dealer would not give me as much for my Honda...and would not budge on his 2012 car price. Oh well...
Great Car for Me
red_rider28, 12/08/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I had previously driven a 2005 Subaru Forester which was totaled in a collision. So when I was looking for a replacement I began to think about what I really needed. I commute around 50 miles per day to work, so fuel economy was very important. Secondly I am 6 feet tall, so I really need ample legroom when I drive. Most cars I end up hitting my knee on the center console, not with the Accent. I did not even have to move the seat all the way back. There is so much interior room in this small car. So far on the highway Im getting 42 mpg, and with my commuting Im still averaging 37 mpg! Not bad. I really love the pick up of this small engine, it feels very peppy.
Bought two and they are a great value!
xmix, 12/11/2014
updated 12/12/2017
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
We bought two 2012 Accents. One now has over 120k and the other 107k. We do a lot of driving with them. They have been the most dependable cars we have ever owned. Very good in the snow for a small car. The seats support your back. The paint looks as new as the day we got them. We can't say enough about the great value.
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The Last "New" Hyundai I will Ever Own.
Dan, 01/26/2016
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
I say the last "new" Hyundai, when really I mean the last Hyundai I will ever own, and the last car I will ever buy new. I bought this car in October of 2011 as a brand new 2012 with 0 miles on it. It was a special order, from the dealer. Luckily, because it was special order, they didn't get the chance to mark it up $1500 like the other cars on their lot. Even still, I barely got out under sticker price. Up to about 20k miles was great, except for the garbage Kumho tires on these cars, which wore out after 16k. 22k miles I had the shifter knob replaced as the leather was deteriorating. 23k I had the heater motor replaced because it was whining terribly. From 23k onwards the clutch throw-out shaft had been making a chirping noise. 15 trips to the dealer.... let me repeat... FIFTEEN. TRIPS. Have all but yet to determine the noise, or even offer to replace parts. 26k I had them replace the clutch slave cylinder and bleed the system... no help. 27k they lubed the throw-out bearing... no help. Fast forward 60,000 chirpy miles later the check engine light comes on. 87k on the clock I bring it in for the light. Small evap leak code P0456. They change all the solenoids at my cost because EVAP is only covered to 82k.... thanks Hyundai. 90k the light comes back on... They clear it, not finding an issue. 92k the light comes on... They clear it, not finding an issue again. 95k.... my FUEL PUMP HOUSING falls apart. Literally cracked completely around the retaining ring and nearly bursts from the tank.... $790 later, out of my pocket AGAIN... it's fixed... because the Fuel system isn't covered under the 100,000 mile warranty. 96,000 miles... I still owe $2600 on this car. Never. Again. Goodbye Hyundai.
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Exactly what I wanted!
catdaddy74, 10/08/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2012 Hyundai Accent SE (mocha bronze) for 5 days now and I absolutely love it! It is roomy and comfortable with plenty of power when I need it. The engine is quiet and still feels powerful when I turn on the A/C. Reviewers like to say it's not as sporty or fun to drive as the other hatchbacks in its class. Personally, I find it plenty sporty with a very smooth ride and quiet cabin. I never thought I would consider a Hyundai let alone step foot inside a dealership but I'm glad I did. I am thoroughly satisfied and impressed with this little gem of a car!
I'd put Accent at the top of the list
king_james, 04/30/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
20 of 23 people found this review helpful
I am not sure why Accent was ranked lower than mazda, kia or ford... I'd like to put Accent at number 2 with Elantra being number 1 on the list (only because Elantra is a larger and more stylish model than Accent)... The Accent is a greater car than the mazda 2, ford fiesta, kia soul/forte or toyota yaris... Considering the performance and reliability (I got a 10-year/100,000 miles bumper to bumper on mine for a fraction of cost compared to other cars' base prices) it is the best option for quality/gas mileage/options... Just because ford provides two extra buttons on the steering wheel does not make it a better car... I'd buy a Hyundai over any brand on that list any given day...
Glad I ditched the Fiesta!
mechanic80, 10/29/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
A basic hatchback that has an interior color other than black! Mine is a 6 speed, a real advantage with the relatively small 1.6 engine, but still quite gutsy! I drive almost exclusively highway miles between Albuquerque proper and the east mountains. 23 miles each way, and 43 MPG is my average with a high of 46.5 when I drive like a little old lady (NOT typically!) Convenient controls and placement thereof. A little buzzy but quite tolerable. Good road feel and great brakes. I enjoy throwing it around road curves. decent standard equipment and greatly improved safety over previous model.
Solid car for this college kid
ben_u, 10/13/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Very nice little car. I was looking for something with great gas mileage to replace my Jeep, and I found it. Performance is great for a V4. Doesn't feel like a toy. Plenty of power for accelerating/passing when you need it. Looks nice on the inside and out. Quiet ride on the highway. The stereo isn't great to my ears, but it'll do for most people. Feels solidly built. Plastics don't feel cheap. I gave reliability a neutral rating because I've only had the car for a week and a half, but I've yet to experience any problems.
Love it . . . but
wubaja, 10/12/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have driven my 2012 Accent for more than 4,000 miles and it is still fun to drive. There is one feature, however, that is problematic an annoying: The LCD display has virtually no contrast, i.e. it is medium blue on light blue. I find it difficult to read under any lighting conditions and brightness cannot be controlled. At night, it glows like a spot-light. During the day, it's just fuzzy. And no, I do NOT have any vision issues. I hope that Hyundai fixes this because the Accent is otherwise a good value (so far).
A Great Buy
greenmrt, 08/08/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
When looking for a fuel efficient car, I assumed we would have to settle for a boring vehicle. I am happy to have been so wrong. With a plethora of features, the Accent suprised. We are thrilled to be averaging 40mpg on the vehicle. A great car for the value. With the 60,000 bumper-to-bumper warranty and the 100,000 powertrain warranty, we also have peace-of-mind.
Great car, but a few niggles
dirtbag, 09/13/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I got the SE hatch automatic. Nice car. Fun to drive. Quiet and comfortable. Looks good. Averages 35 mpg. I'm very pleased, overall! The cruise control is useless on uphill grades. The door armrests are hard plastic and uncomfortable. Handling around curves is great but it doesn't track well in a straight line on the freeway, requiring continual corrections. No spare tire, even though there is a space designed for one...cheapskates.
Hyundai gone a long way.
mpg_enthusiast, 12/12/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I have a hybrid in disguise! Just picked up 6spd SE Accent yesterday. Already drove 241 miles and it is still not at half a tank yet. And I was not driving too conservatively. I was revving the engine hard at times taking off treating it like a sports car. Pretty impress so far with the standard features like bluetooth, ipod, decent sound speakers (need sub), satellite radio, etc. Was at 70mph and felt like I was going slow, so suspension is pretty good I have to say. I will update the review if I find anything undesirable, but for now..two thumbs up.
Low-end luxury
tclune, 12/08/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
The car looks very nice inside and out, has excellent head and leg room, and excellent driver visibility on all sides. The rear view mirror has a bit of a letterbox view, which feels a bit constricted but offers all the visibility you need. I've been getting fuel efficiency in the high 30s on my commute. The 6-speed manual transmission has adequate pick-up when you need it and the road noise is minimal. The clutch is a bit soft. The dashboard instruments and controls are clean and clear. The trunk is quite spacious, and the back seat can fold down to provide additional room if needed. All in all, the car seems much roomier and better appointed than I would expect in a subcompact.
NO SPARE TIRE!!! SURPRISE!!!ASK DEALER to PROVIDE!!!
rajthaker, 12/06/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
51 of 67 people found this review helpful
I was absolutely surprised 3 days after purchasing that the ACCENT does not come with spare tire!!! I was not told by salesman!!! Before purchasing, I looked at the truck which was covered with the rubber tray inside. Never thought of any car without spare tire??? How did this car passed JD power associates, Consumer affairs, National Highway Safety and other Federal regulations without SPARE tire??? There should be a NATIONAL recall and every owner should be provided now with 1) Spare tire, 2) Jack and 3) wrench for spare tire replacement and space in the trunk organized. Seriously recall must be there!!!
No Spare Tire
cj, 07/30/2015
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
Why not a spare? And hate the low bumper - scrapes off the undercarriage in front. Expensive repair.
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limited sports car
tail_lights, 03/05/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Ok when I first got this car I thaught it would be a drag to drive because it was "fuel efficent". Well it's not, I was suprised it's a little beast. Ive broke 115 in a stock very standard model. So it is an absolute thrill for me to drive. Aside from that I love the mpg. When i cruise down the hwy at 70 I get 44 mpg in eco mode, only 33 when doing 80. My only complaint is in my residential area we have alot of stop signs so i only get 10 miles to the gallon till i get to the main roads. Its because of the quick shifts in the lower gears. Over all an amazing car.
Awesome company provided car
mboughman, 01/18/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car was bought as a company car by the company for me. MPG were a huge reason for the purchase and I am observing about 32 mpg (not the 42 Hyundai says you will get) however I do not drive with ECO on. Either way, this car is very comfortable for subcompact standards and is packed with features, again for subcompact standards. Personally I own a full size 07 GMC and 09 Maxima, so I know comfort. That considered, it drives very well and induces grins while driving. I recently took a trip from Raleigh NC to Balimore MD in this car and was very comfortable the entire way, keeping in mind that I am a 6'2" 290lb man. All in all, Hyundai hit the mark with this one.
Radio/Time Display Screen
wubaja, 02/07/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I really like my Accent. It is fun to drive and quite comfortable. But . . . the radio display LCD is terrible! There is very little contrast in the display of dark gray and light gray, and there is no brightness control. This may be petty, but I'd like to be able to see the clock (hidden in the upper right corner), rather than the radio station that I've been tuned to for the last two hours. Does anyone else have a problem with the display screen?
I Love This Car, Great Buy
tjpillar, 11/10/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is my first Hyundai that i've ever purchased. I bought this car back in August and I have to say I am very happy that I did. Its great on Gas, The Styling of the car is excellent, The Warranty couldn't be beat, and The Price was better than Models I considered such as: Mazda Mazda3, Scion XD, Nissan Sentra, and Ford Fiesta. I can honestly tell everyone that this car is the car to beat. Comfort is so-so, but I also can honestly say that if you choose to want a slightly bigger car the Elantra is a car i almost purchased. Lets see how well my Accent performs in later years. hope this helped.
Great Car
Happy Hyundai Owner, 04/08/2019
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2012 Accent 1 year ago with 52,000 on it. I had to pay 8,000 but it blue booked at around 11,000 or more. Great start right out of the gate with the dealer. I was told it gets about 38 mpg. I have been getting 30 to 35 mpg in town and on the highway I get normally 40 to 45mpg but I have managed a few 50 mpg days , I think I was using fuel tank octane boost on those days I can't recall. I really like the way the car handles but it sits very low, it has 77,000 on it now and no problems, I change oil regularly and just had the 75,000 mile fluid change with transmission and all the other fluids. Had the fuel system cleaned also. Battery is getting old and needs replaced , other than that my seats are worn and faded, I just put new seat covers on it, if you buy one I would put the seat covers on them right away. Really impressed with the car, thinking of getting the car all lubed up underneath and normal tune up asap just to prevent anything from going wrong. I hope to get 250,000 out of it or more if I can. I drive it for Uber and Lyft and its pretty good for uber trips because of gas mileage but if making lots of stops in the city 30mpg is pretty average, which is great for uber since you pay for your own gas and most cars don't get that in the city. I drove a Hybrid Ford Fusion and this car gets all the gas mileage just not a little rougher stopping and starting than an automatic or heavier car. It sits very low I have to take it in for oil changes because I don't have a jack to fit underneath and its to low to drive up on ramps.
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Think twice
Jordan Bocanegra, 07/25/2015
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 26 people found this review helpful
I was so excited when I purchased my 2012 Hyundai Accent (from a private seller with 53k miles) it is my first car and I found it very stylish. It doesn't have much to offer on the inside, no cruise control no Bluetooth but I loved it... For about a month. The car is so low to the floor that simply tapping the parking barrier when parking can damage the undercarriage. Something I didn't know until my check engine light came on and I brought it to the dealer. Turns out my av compressor got pushed back into the radiatior, and long story short it cost me 2600 dollars in repairs. One month after buying it. Another thing is when you're driving the car it won't go past 45/50 mph until it goes over 2k rpm and that's an annoying trait in a car especially if you highway drive. Knowing what I know now I wouldn't have purchased this car. It's not the worst in the world, but definitely not the best.
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Gas Mileage Ratings not even close!!
winvid33, 01/26/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
This car for the most part is what it is advertised. A cute reliable fun to drive car. My biggest qualm is the gas mileage. I drive my car mixed between highway and city. Their sticker says 30 for city, and 33 mixed. I average 28MPG. I have tried both the active eco mode and standard mode, and actually if I drive it easy in normal mode, do just as good as ECO. Plus, in my opinion, the active ECO mode is actually dangerous to use. I have had Fords that have been dead on as far as the EPA estimates are concerned. They should change their sticker to better reflect the actual fuel economy! Especially since this is the exact reason people buy this vehicle.
No spare shocker!
stevehouston, 01/04/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
I love this car but I was not "surprised" there was no spare tire, I was down-right pissed. I took a road trip over New Year's and when I was heading back home, discovered there wasn't a spare tire!! Who does this!! What idiot S. Korean engineer dreamed this one up? Scenario: Me and my wife and son hit road debris at night on the freeway which shreds the tire. I'm frantically looking up and down for the spare which doesn't exist. Bang, lights out. I guess Hyundai thinks a tire inflater will fix this. Wrong! This is inexcusable and is a safety hazard plain and simple. I'm notified the dealer, Hyundai and I think I'm going to contact a federal agency to complain.
Almost Perfect
akaur, 08/22/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Very impressed with this car. No other hatchbacks come close to the new Accent with regards to fuel economy and warranty. Responsive handling and enough pep that I feel confident entering the freeways. The interior is roomy and quiet, the A/C works great on even the lowest two settings, and that's saying a lot in Phoenix summer heat! I only averaged 34 MPG until I filled up at Chevron, then my MPG jumped to 36-37 mixed and 41 highway. I'm not a schill for Chevron and don't work for them, but that's the only gas I'll use now.
It's ok for a city car
tejo1, 04/10/2013
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
It's been one year and half driving this car and 24000 km on it. I love the exterior and interior design. However I would expect more when driving it. This car makes an awful noise when accelerating from stop. It feels the engine is working very hard to move the car, and I totally gave up using the Eco driving because it makes the car even worse during shift transitions. I first bought thinking I could save a lot on gas, because of the 1.6L. But when I drove a Mazda 3 with Skyactive, I was able to do about the same fuel mileage as mine. Also the brakes of this car felt too weak when I had 5 passengers on it, and only 2 of them were a little above average. Had no mechanical issues so far.
Hyundai proves again that they are a company to be noticed....
twbmusic, 08/06/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 29 people found this review helpful
Awesome! Is the word to describe Hyundai's latest redesign of it's entry level vehicle.... First of all let me say that finding a vehicle that fits a over 6' tall male and a 5' female can be a challenge, especially from a driving position point-of-view. No problems here...seat, steering wheel, interior headroom and leg room are all generous....I can even fit in the back seat comfortably! The 138 hp direct fuel-injected engine is very willing and has plenty of passing power on the highway. In my opinion, the car rides as nice or better than Hyundai's own redesigned Elantra (which is not direct fuel injected). Fit and finish both inside and out are class equal to it's competition.
Great little runabout
john carrozza, 06/04/2016
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Great little car for the money, awesome for around town.
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Best Car For The Money
poematic, 06/09/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
54 of 90 people found this review helpful
Just bought it today, out of all the new cars I test drove the look and feel of this one blows all of them out of the ball park.
No spare tire - get used to it
fl_lead_foot, 08/08/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
No spare tire in new cars is the current trend. In 2012 about 25% of all new cars sold did NOT have spare tires. It is a way for manufacturers to save mo0ney AND weight, to increase MPG and improve CAFE.
Excellent.
accent12, 04/08/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I love this car. The quality, value, performance, styling and efficiency are first rate for the class. It doesn't even hydroplane. It took a while to break it in to get the best fuel efficiency - 3,000 miles. It averages anywhere from 35-45 m.p.g. The shiftronic is fun to use. The highest m.p.g. is attainable @ 60 m.p.h. on a highway with the cruise control on. It will get 40 m.p.g., by slowly getting up to speed. I won't even post the highest numbers because it will make the Prius and competitors look bad. Leave eco-mode on if you want the highest efficiency. Driving it the fastest I couldn't get less than 28 m.p.g. This is the best car I've ever owned. I recommend it over Fords I've owned.
My first foreign car
skydog1964, 03/10/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
23 of 39 people found this review helpful
The professional review I read stated that the car was sedate for driving. well don't be put off by that because it couldn't be further from the truth. I am 47 yrs old and have owned a lot of cars. This car is the total package for someone looking to save money on gasoline without sacrificing power, looks, comfort, and driveability. To be clear I have the 2012 accent gls sedan, not the hatchback. I test drove the fiesta first and lemme tell you, it doesn't touch this car in the performance department.
So close, but a few suggestions
rb7385899, 01/30/2012
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Have an 09 Elantra Touring already, & bought a '12 Accent Hatch SE. I'm blown away by the mileage. Over 35 mixed use; easy to get well over 40 Hwy. The accent is quieter & more refined than the (more expensive) Elantra Touring, w/comparable passenger room, but the cargo space is tighter, & a higher liftover. I'm disturbed by the lack of spare tire; Dealer has promised to alert me when the "donut kits" arrive. Also there is no ext temp display. How much did they save by leaving THAT out, LOL? Paid sticker, plus dealer installed mudflaps & iPod cable. Elecrolyte Green. Other than that I'm completely satisfied. Paid $18,020 including delivery,
Reliable but cheap quality
Gavin T, 01/12/2021
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought this car in May 2012 with 28km on it (not 28,000). It currently has around 175,000km on it. It has been a reliable commuter car for me. The good: -Great fuel economy (avg. 6.8-7.3L/100km) -Only ever changed the oil and replaced tires, haven’t even replaced the brake pads yet. The bad: -Road noise -cheap interior, not super comfortable on long road trips -underpowered, most noticeable when I have passengers, not too bad when I’m driving alone. -6 speed manual transmission is direct drive instead of overdrive. Doing 120kph on the highway has the RPM’s at around 3,000. Overall, this has been a good commuter car, but doesn’t make a great family car or a car you’d want to take on long road trips.
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Great Daily Driver
Eric Faucher, 11/04/2019
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought a used 2012 accent GS hatch with 72k miles on the clock. I got this car because I wanted a daily driver with a 6 speed manual that got 35mpg + The gearing is a little weird but it guarantees 35-40mpg as long as I keep it under 85mph. This car is very reliable. I currently have 114k miles on it and the only thing I've had to replace is the battery. The interior styling is also favorable (something that toyota and honda lack in my opinion) The interior is very solid, nothing rattles and the sound system is totally capable. Above all I want to point out how amazing the car handles. It's almost scary how quick I can turn my Accent without losing traction. Overall the car serves it's purpose and it goes above and beyond with reliability and overall quality. Good job Hyundai.
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Not flashy, but real value
gmsparzo, 10/28/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I had an 09 Sonata that was totally with no injuries. So impressed with safety after the crash as well as quality and MPG, I bought another Hyundai. Originally I thought it was too small, but it has grown on me. Fun to drive. AMAZING gas mileage. The 6 speed is fun.
Not Happy with my Hyundai Accent
75caddie, 03/09/2014
2012 Hyundai Accent GS 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought mine in 2011. One of the first models. I liked the looks inside and out. So I bought it. After owning it for 2 1/2 years I will say that I hate this car. I read previous reviews and would like to let them know that they are not alone. They brought up the same complaints that I had.Poor rear visibility. If this car comes with a rear wiper for a reason.LCD display. (see previous poster) Cheap tires. Do not buy one with the cheap tires.They suck. No spare tire. I swear to God and all that is Holy that was one of the dumbest moves I have ever made. Driving in snowstorms or on slushy roads. Forget it. If you are not used to snowy/slippery roads, just pull over and hope you live.
Beware The Dealerships!!!
justdude, 02/18/2013
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
I had owned a 2012 SE for one year and just traded it in for a a different manufacture vehicle. The problems were the mechanics made fun of the car saying it was akin to a GEO Metro. Didn't feel to good hearing that. Broke the glove box changing the cabin filter. Broke the new filter but installed it anyway. Left the engine a mess with dirty oil slopped around and dirty hand prints in the car. The next dealer I went to charged me for 5qt of oil, to give bulk oil pricing, and put in 5-30W instead of the spec-ed 5-20W. Hyundai corp suggested I do it myself after conplaing on a post service survey Welcome to two of the OC Hyundai dealerships.
2012 Hyundai Accent: Small Price Big Value
talipa2012, 09/21/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 14 people found this review helpful
I recently was able to purchase a 2012 Hyundai Accent GLS Sedan with the premium package. I have almost put the first 1000 miles on it and overall I am extremely impressed. The Accent is a great combination of fuel economy, driver enjoyment, and build quality that is made even sweeter by falling thousands of dollars below the $20,000 mark. Driving the Accent is a great experience as a daily driver, offering excellent comfort and with 138 horsepower a great amount of confidence in all situations. Compared to the competition the Hyundai Accent has a price that many consumers can live with while getting the magic 40 mpg mark. I'd make this choice again given the option.
My Car
vcave, 08/07/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent GLS 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
I had to trade in my 5sp manual to get an automatic for health reason. We have 100 miles on the car in one day, and have not gotten under 36 miles per gallon yet. I am totally impressed. I expect to get the 40 when the car is broken in.
6 speed manual .....
myfj40, 08/07/2011
2012 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
14 of 30 people found this review helpful
This is a great little car, but lacks power when the A/C is on. If you try to pull a hill in lower gears with the Air on you have to really wrap it out or it will bog down when you upshift. I have owned this car 3 weeks and put on 800 miles so far....gas mileage is NOT as good as my 2000 Corolla with an Automatic. I have averaged around 34 highway so far. And that is including some pretty flat interstate driving.....My corolla has actually gotten over 40 when the conditions are right !!! I am really hoping that I can get much better mileage once it cools off and I don't have to run the air......