2017 Hyundai Accent Review





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Edmunds' Expert Review

- Strong acceleration makes for easy merging and passing
- Comfortable ride and impressively quiet cabin
- Spacious interior feels upscale for the segment
- Long warranty reassures cautious buyers
- Fuel economy ranks below that of competitors
- Lacks many desirable features such as a rearview camera, navigation
- Ranks only average in crash-test scores
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Vehicle overview
Just as the market grows for ever-roomier sedans and crossovers, so does the demand for smartly packaged small cars that can perform tricks like their larger counterparts. The 2017 Hyundai Accent is a top choice in this category thanks to a satisfying combination of performance, utility, comfort and style. Choose a sedan if you want a trunk or a hatchback if you want maximum utility.
Though there's nothing flashy about the Accent, it's a handsome car in either sedan or hatchback style that will endure the daily grind with minimal fuss. It's one of the quicker cars in its class, which you'll appreciate with every merge into freeway traffic. It offers both manual and automatic six-speed transmissions with solid feel and tuning.
What's more, the Accent is surprisingly quiet and soft on the road, so even those with longer commutes won't regret choosing this Hyundai over a larger, more expensive car. Passenger space is also generous, with plenty of backseat room for two adults. (Technically it's a five-passenger car, so we can't recommend placing three friends in the backseat if you wish to remain friends.)
There are compromises. Not only are the Accent's fuel economy estimates lower than many of its subcompact rivals, we found it difficult to match those numbers in real-world driving. The hatchback's rearward visibility is also challenging, and there's no optional rearview camera.
Edmunds' Expert Rating
4.5 / 5Trim tested
Each vehicle typically comes in multiple versions that are fundamentally similar. The ratings in this review are based on our full test of the 2014 Hyundai Accent SE 4-door hatchback (1.6L 4-cyl.; 6-speed automatic). Some observations regarding visibility and cargo space will differ from the sedan. We've noted this where possible.
NOTE: Since this test was conducted, the current Accent has received minor revisions to trim and feature content. Our findings remain broadly applicable to this year's Accent. (Our SE test car car, for example, is roughly equivalent to today's Sport trim hatchback.)
Scorecard
Overall | 4.5 / 5 |
Driving | 4.0 |
Comfort | 4.5 |
Interior | 4.0 |
Driving
4.0Acceleration
4.5Braking
3.0Steering
3.0Handling
4.5Drivability
5.0Comfort
4.5Seat comfort
3.5Ride comfort
4.0Noise & vibration
5.0Interior
4.0Ease of use
4.5Getting in/getting out
4.0Roominess
3.5Visibility
3.0Quality
Utility
Small-item storage
Cargo space
4.5Technology
Audio & navigation
Which Accent does Edmunds recommend?
2017 Hyundai Accent models
The 2017 Hyundai Accent is available as a small four-door sedan or a four-door hatchback. Both seat five passengers. The sedan is available in base SE and Value Edition trims, while the hatchback comes in SE and Sport variations. Each uses a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (137 horsepower, 123 pound-feet torque) and either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The Accent is front-wheel-drive.
The SE sedan comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, 14-inch steel wheels, keyless entry, air-conditioning, full power accessories, a height-adjustable driver seat, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, a driver-seat armrest, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, a trip computer, and a six-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio and USB/auxiliary inputs.
The Value Edition sedan adds a six-speed automatic transmission, 16-inch machine-finish alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, hill start assist, steering-wheel audio controls, cruise control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and a center console storage box with a sliding armrest console.
The SE hatchback shares the same features as the sedan but adds a rear window wiper. The Sport trim combines SE and Value Edition features and adds heated side mirrors (with driver's blind-spot viewer and integrated turn-signal indicators), a body-color spoiler, projector-beam headlights with LED accents, foglights, sport-tuned steering, a leather-trimmed tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, upgraded cloth upholstery and piano black interior accents.
Consumer reviews
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Safety
Our experts like the Accent models:
- Active Front Head Restraints
- Moves forward and upward during a rear impact to minimize whiplash injuries.
- Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Offer stronger stopping power than the base model's rear drum brakes. Standard on the Value Edition sedan and Sport hatchback.
NHTSA Overall Rating
4 out of 5 stars- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall4 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall4 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger3 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat3 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover12.4%
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Used 2017 Hyundai Accent Overview
The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent is offered in the following submodels: Accent Hatchback, Accent Sedan. Available styles include SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A), SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A), SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M), Sport 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A), SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6M), and Value Edition 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A). Pre-owned Hyundai Accent models are available with a 1.6 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 137 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed manual. The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent comes with a 5 yr./ 60000 mi. basic warranty, a 5 yr./ unlimited mi. roadside warranty, and a 10 yr./ 100000 mi. powertrain warranty.
What's a good price on a Used 2017 Hyundai Accent?
Price comparisons for Used 2017 Hyundai Accent trim styles:
- The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent SE is priced between $10,495 and$19,998 with odometer readings between 4318 and158062 miles.
- The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent Value Edition is priced between $15,990 and$18,590 with odometer readings between 14153 and91885 miles.
- The Used 2017 Hyundai Accent Sport is priced between $14,490 and$15,590 with odometer readings between 57069 and81347 miles.
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Should I lease or buy a 2017 Hyundai Accent?
Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.
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