Used 2017 Hyundai Accent SE Hatchback Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2017 Hyundai Accent SE Hatchback.
Most helpful consumer reviews
A mechanics dream
Lauren Steele, Cary, NC, 01/28/2020
2017 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
I bought this car used and I’ve had nothing but problems out of it. The bumper broke within a month of the purchase. 3 months in I had issues with carbon build up and now at my 5 month mark with the car it’s leaking oil. Save your downpayment and by a cheaper car to pour money into rather than making a payment and pouring money into this junk of a car.
Great grandpa
Frank DeMaria, Sarasota, FL, 02/08/2019
2017 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
Nice car to drive
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2017 Hyundai Accent SE Hatchback
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Strong acceleration makes for easy merging and passing
- Pro:Comfortable ride and impressively quiet cabin
- Pro:Spacious interior feels upscale for the segment
- Pro:Long warranty reassures cautious buyers
- Con:Fuel economy ranks below that of competitors
- Con:Lacks many desirable features such as a rearview camera, navigation
- Con:Ranks only average in crash-test scores
Which Accent does Edmunds recommend?
Unless your budget is exceptionally tight or you just prefer a manual transmission, the $700 difference between the base SE sedan with automatic transmission and the Value Edition is negligible, especially considering that the Value Edition adds upgraded wheels, better brakes, cruise control, and Bluetooth connectivity. Same goes for the hatchback.
Full Edmunds Review: 2017 Hyundai Accent Hatchback
Driving
4.0Not the quickest, most nimble or shortest-stopping in the segment, but the Accent SE is near the top in most performance measures. The Accent's drivability is one of the best in class, thanks to predictable gas pedal response and a well-tuned six-speed automatic transmission.
Comfort
4.5Though its seats are only average, the Accent's smooth ride and impressively hushed cabin make it one of the most comfortable cars in the subcompact class.
Interior
4.0Keeping in mind that the Accent is a small, economy-minded car, its interior offers up excellent ergonomics and luggage space and reasonably easy access. But space and outward visibility are just merely adequate.
Utility
The rear seats don't fold completely flat, hampering some utility. The tall, wide doors and high roofline make rear-seat cargo loading easy.
Technology
Unfortunate dearth of tech options. Bluetooth isn't available on SE trims (not even as an option) and there's no smartphone app integration. The only concession is a USB port for charging or an audio signal.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2017 Hyundai Accent in Ohio is:
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