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Fun and Stylish Ride Packed with Option Goodness!
Mojo-Ridin', 05/26/2019
updated 06/12/2020
2019 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
Great headroom for a small car and well-thought-out ergonomics regarding the set-up of many option controls. I loved the 2019 model so much that I bought the 2020, as well. Pretty much the exact same vehicle except for the wireless phone charging pad and Pomegranate Red Metallic! Very pretty!
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Great CAR!
Harley, 10/15/2019
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
The outside noise isn't terrible, just remember it is a tinier car so some noise is expected, with the radio on its not even noticeable! Great Gas Mileage
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Nice little ride
Dan Rinebold, 06/06/2019
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
Excellent fuel economy. Very smooth ride for a small car
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Accents forever.
Jim Parker, 06/23/2019
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
This is a very reliable small car. I've been driving them since 1998. Usually regular oil changes and normal wear and tear items are all thats needed. Good on gas- nice looking- what more do you need. It gets you where you want to go and you don't have to spend a fortune to own one.
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2018 Accent
Joey Evens, 03/14/2018
updated 09/16/2019
2018 Hyundai Accent SEL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
So far so good almost 1,000 miles. Love the mpg. Getting 39mpg average street and freeway driving. Love the 7inch infotainment system with Apple car play. Update... 22,000 miles still an awesome commuter!
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Great tow car
Rudy, 02/04/2019
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Bought the car to tow behind our motorhome and believe me we could not have picked a better car, ours is stick shift so it puts 0 miles on the odometer. Hook it to the motorhome with all Wheels on the road and drive with no restrictions. Driving it is like driving a large sedan very quiet almost no road noise and very roomy. Plenty of storage space as well. Oh, did I mention it only weighs about 2,500 pounds, my motorhome doesn't even know it's there. Driving the car from North Carolina to Florida I averaged 52 miles to a gallon you got to love stick shift for that reason alone. One little footnote by dragging a car behind a motorhome you're going to lose rubber on the rear tires first not the front. So keep that in mind before you rotate them front to back.
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2019 Accent
JSG, 06/09/2020
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great all around little car, inexpensive, excellent warranty, top notch fuel economy. Very happy with the purchase!
Love my Accent Limited
Karter, 06/17/2018
updated 06/29/2020
2018 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
I've only had my Accent Limited about a month so far, but I'm loving this little car. I find the car to be quite and rattle free. It seems well built and solid. I'm amazed at the technology for such an inexpensive vehicle. I had my phone synched up with the car before I even left the vehicle, something that I never accomplished in three years with Ford's complicated Sync system. I can't really comment on reliability yet since I've only had the car a short time, but so far I have not encountered a single problem, again something I could not say with my previous car. I'm looking forward to many happy years with my Accent! 5000 miles now and still flawless! Over a year and still no problems! Two years and still flawless - zero problems.
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I love the hatchback.
Paul M, 11/27/2018
2018 Hyundai Accent SEL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Selected state NJ but incorrect, I live in Canada. My type above says sedan, because that's all the drop-down menu allows for this review. But I have the hatch. Hatchback is like a very slightly smaller version of the Elantra GT. Too bad my American friends can't buy it. Took mine on a long and miserable wintry drive two weeks ago. Fuel economy rivalled my Jetta TDI, which means awesome Power: no problem passing uphill, just remember to downshift to 4th (not 5th) when you really need it. Traction with snow-tires: terrific. Super quiet, until sand/gravel encountered, then it sounded like no wheel-well linings at all. Must investigate. Downside: lousy lumbar support !
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Really love this car - Deal for $ - Hyundai Bad CS
miked, 12/11/2018
updated 12/15/2022
2018 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
We love this car. Got end of model year deal on a 2018. For $16,300, after rebates we got the limited, heated seats, sunroof, android auto, emer auto braking, leather steering wheel. Great trim and finish for the price. Runs and looks great Great gas mileage! Only wishes are blind spot and smaller rims. The car has great looking rims, but like all upper trim cars today, the rims are stupid large, leaving very low profile tires, which give a stiffer ride and are more prone to sidewall pinches on pot holes (we have already had one tire ruined on a pothole). Still happy a year+ later, no issues. 2 years in, had first repair (other than maintenance), blower motor module, covered under warranty (would have been $180 otherwise). 4 years in, blower was not the issue. Had big issue with evaporator freezing and having no heat/defrost in winter! Dealer did not want to fix. Called Hyundai Customer Service for assistance. Terrible would not call us back! Finally, dealer got a new service manager who really wanted to help us. He got it fixed, big job! Then dealer fired the service manager (I think he was too nice). So, car is good, dealer and Hyundai customer service are the worst!
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next gen accent
j carlson, 08/22/2018
updated 08/30/2019
2018 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
i shopped for an elantra, but the accent limited had a catchy new style and lots of equipment, i also have an elantra se that is well equipped but not all that the accent limited did offer. i think the sport mode is nice on the highway when on manual shift due to stop and go heavy traffic. the electric shift 6 speed is actually in a manual mode so watch to upshift manually. the limited came with high quality low profile tires and large rims makes a nice stance and good handling. if you don't have extra funds to purchase wheel locks,see if you can finance in as a dealer add on. you can feel comfortable inside it is larger than the previous accent models i test drove. if you like gadgets this is the car for you
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Spark plug failure at 140 miles
Steve Swier, 05/09/2018
updated 11/22/2021
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
16 of 24 people found this review helpful
My son needed a car to replace his 1999 Ford Escort, so I decided to sell him my 2013 Toyota Corolla and buy a 2018 Hyundai Accent. I figured my son would have a reliable five year old car, and I'd have a reliable new car. I was half right; my son now has a reliable car. The Accent seemed like a good car in my test drives. It has a six speed manual transmission and 1.6 liter engine. It was easy to get used to the clutch, it shifted smoothly, and had sufficient power, and the average MPG indicated 47 for the combination of highway and city driving that I have on my commute. The ride is fairly firm. It's quieter at highway speed than the Corolla. However, at about 140 miles, the car started running rough and the Check Engine light came on. It felt like the car was running on two cylinders. I pushed in the clutch and revved the engine, and the problem seemed to clear up. But as I continued driving, there were occasional surges. Then, on an uphill, the car felt like it was missing. We managed to get home, and had the car towed to the dealer. They replaced the spark plugs. I'm not sure what kind of spark plugs last only 140 miles, but I hope the replacements are of higher quality. We'll see what happens with the new plugs. I didn't used to carry a cell phone, but now I've got one so that I can call my wife and a tow truck next time the car breaks down. I'm not too happy that I got rid of a reliable car and replaced it with an unreliable, unsafe car; but I'm stuck with this until I can save enough money to replace it. Update: At 3600 miles, the car has not had further problems since the spark plugs were replaced. I'm getting 43-44 MPG in my normal driving (16 miles each way to work, about 8 miles highway, and 8 miles with some stop lights). I'm hoping that the long-term reliability will be good, but we'll see. Update: At 16000 miles, still working well, and still getting 43-44 MPG. Update: At 21000 miles, still no problems. Haven't added many miles recently, as I'm now working from home 3 days a week.
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sal's accent
salvador solorzano, 09/23/2018
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
for a small car, it's pretty roomy inside. Great gas mileage.
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Just as expected after 20K miles
Alan Zoarne, 05/19/2019
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
No surprises with this Accent. Reliable, economical, rides well. The pluses are the shifter (easy to up or downshift without looking), and the easy audio and temperature controls. Minuses are that another few inches of height would make access easier and the trunk bigger. The cruise control annoyingly down shifts when coasting downhill, so I have to manually lock in 6th gear. I'm getting about 45 mpg winter, 50 mpg summer in combined driving. Beware that the in dash display reads about 10% higher and cannot be recalibrated.
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Most underrated car Hyundai sells
MAG, 05/01/2021
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought my wife's 2018 Accent SE in 2019. It was a rental car with 16,000 miles. I normally wouldn't buy a rental car, but it looked very clean and was only $12,200 out the door. We now have 45,000 trouble free miles on the car, and are about to pay it off. This little car accelerates, handles, and brakes better than any other sub compact at this price point. My 2019 Fiesta ST obviously is better, but it was $20,000 new. I have gotten as much as 43 mpg on trips with the Accent. I wanted a car for my business and considered many different vehicles. The Accent won the decision again. My 2021 Accent SE was $16,150 out the door! You cannot purchase a new car this good for that money anywhere else.
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The Accent is on Great Mileage, Reliability, Style
Jerry, 08/01/2021
2018 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have 44,000 miles on this 2018 and have not had a single problem. Still original brakes. I'm getting 36 mpg in town, 44 highway. The engineers have tweeked this 1.6 naturally aspirated engine to obtain low end torque so there is decent acceleration from a start. It does run out of steam when pushed and the engine buzzes as a small engine like this can't be expected to do everything. The transmission shifts flawlessly. With the rear seats down, the cargo space is surprisingly good. The handling is much better than expected however the ride while great on a smooth surface, is busy on rough potholed roads. The light color upholstery is two toned and looks richer in my opinion than the more monotone black/grey. For an economy car, this is a great value
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2019 Limited A hidden Gem
R M , 02/22/2024
2019 Hyundai Accent Limited 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Certified used with 38 k Miles Accent Limited LED head lights/tail lights LED turn signals in side mirrors moon roof heated seats / mirrors apple car play auto start control car from phone auto temp control 17 alloys with performance tires emergency auto braking 6 speaker stereo one touch auto open/lock auto open trunk alot of features for the money great gas mileage and warranty the reviews are lets see how reliable. Back seat is tight I dont care im not sitting back there .. not the fastest or slowest. I recommend a limited only .
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Do not Buy this car unless.
Ziggy, 01/03/2020
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 7 people found this review helpful
If you enjoy getting stuck in wet grass, or enjoy not rolling down your windows because of how cheap the interior components is. Also if you like a laundry list of things that break when its cold.. Liike door handles, cup holders, or interior trimming.
This car is very fast. I know
June Hanna, 01/05/2020
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car is extremely fast. Inspite if what the experts say I have went past BMW and Lexus cars at their full speeds.
Loving my car
Christine, 01/16/2020
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
Name your price and stick with it
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My little red Accent
Jenn CH, 07/29/2020
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
In 2019 my husband and I bought a 2018 Hyundai Accent used with 32,000 miles on it. We’ve had it for almost a year and 1/2 and we just hit 77,000 miles. Within the first 2 weeks we got the car the front left bumper popped out of place. We’ve had the clip replaced 3 times now and it pops right back out after 2 or 3 days. For the past 2 months the A/C has been flickering off and on while we are riding down the road or just sitting with the car crunk up and the air on. I wish we would have been able to get an Elantra bc we really need a bit more space. This car would be ideal for a single parent, a younger driver, or an older person. Definitely not a family car! It does have a little get up and go as long as the AC isn’t turned past 2.
Oil Burner
Former Hyundai Fan, 06/15/2025
2018 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This car did fine until about 100,000 miles. Then it started burning oil excessively, due to an engine design defect with the Gamma engine. Although Hyundai recalled the Sonata, Santa Fe, and Tucson models, they refuse to act responsibly with the Accent and Elantra models that have the same design defect. Hyundai made great cars in the early 2000s, but then they decided to really screw it up. I would never buy another Hyundai.
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I love this car!!!
Kari, 09/19/2023
2019 Hyundai Accent SE 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had this car 4yrs and so far no problems Easy to maneuver and its size makes parking a breeze Just had a maintenance check and All good!!!
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Reliable car you can depend on!
Jameel, 12/24/2023
2019 Hyundai Accent SEL 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought this car new. It drives reasonably well, pretty easy and cheap to maintain relative to other cars. Spare parts are readily available. My confidence in this car started after a successful 1,200 km non-stop trip with no issues. My only advise to help prolong the health of this car would be to change the oil and oil filter every 2,500 km and not the recommended 5,000 km Hyundai mentions.