Is the Hyundai Accent GLS a good car?

Is the Hyundai Accent GLS a good car?

Hyundai has, however, been at the sub-compact game in North American a lot longer than those two and while competition is now stiff, the Accent’s quality, reliability, added features and price make it a force to be reckoned with. The Accent GLS is economical and yet doesn’t look or feel cheap.

What kind of engine does the Hyundai Accent have?

The front-wheel-drive 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine delivering a respectable 110 horsepower and 106 pound-feet of torque. A five-speed manual transmission is standard on all trims, and a four-speed automatic is available as an option.

Is the depreciation on a Hyundai Accent bad?

Depreciation on Hyundais is still pretty bad (undeservedly so), which is bad for the original owner, but great if you want to get a high-quality used car at a great price. UPDATE: After 50,000 very tough New York City miles (now up to 93,000), I’m still very happy with the car. Have been averaging over 34 mpg mixed city and highway driving.

Is the Hyundai Accent stick shift or roll up?

At 200,000 I replaced the water pump, thermostat , timing belt, hoses and spark plugs. Oh yes, brakes at 150,000 and three sets of tires. This was the most basic model, stick shift and roll up windows. Best car I’ve ever

What kind of car is the Hyundai Accent?

The 2009 Hyundai Accent is a five-passenger compact offered in three trim levels: GS, SE and GLS. The GS and the SE are two-door hatchbacks, while the GLS is available as a four-door sedan only.

Depreciation on Hyundais is still pretty bad (undeservedly so), which is bad for the original owner, but great if you want to get a high-quality used car at a great price. UPDATE: After 50,000 very tough New York City miles (now up to 93,000), I’m still very happy with the car. Have been averaging over 34 mpg mixed city and highway driving.

At 200,000 I replaced the water pump, thermostat , timing belt, hoses and spark plugs. Oh yes, brakes at 150,000 and three sets of tires. This was the most basic model, stick shift and roll up windows. Best car I’ve ever

What’s the price of a new Hyundai Accent?

Cars.com’s Dave Thomas takes a look at the 2009 Hyundai Accent. In a world of economic instability, any new car that can tout a sub-$10,000 starting price has a lot going for it. OK, it has exactly one thing going for it: It’s cheap.

How big is the cargo area in a Hyundai Accent?

At 15.9 cubic feet with the rear seats in place, the Accent far surpasses the Yaris’ 9.5 cubic feet of cargo volume, and it’s not far from the larger, four-door Versa hatchback, which boasts 17.8 cubic feet.

What is the gas mileage of a 2009 accent SE?

The 2009 Accent SE tested is rated at 27/33 mpg city/highway, and after 220 miles of morning and afternoon commutes through bumper-to-bumper traffic, side streets and suburban sprawl, it registered exactly 31 mpg, which is faithful to the ratings.

What kind of cruise control does the Hyundai Accent GLS get?

What the Accent GLS does get for 2009 is standard cruise control. The GLS’s interior comes equipped with a leather-coated steering wheel and shifter and our tester featured a $1,150 optional “Popular Equipment” package.

How much does a used Hyundai Accent cost?

How Much Does the Used 2009 Hyundai Accent Cost? The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the base 2009 Accent GS hatchback starts around $10,500, while the SE starts closer $16,000. Adding an automatic transmission adds another $800 to the bottom line.

Is there a tachometer on the Hyundai Accent GLS?

Oddly, while there is a massive tachometer on the dash, there is also no engine temperature gauge. What the Accent GLS does get for 2009 is standard cruise control. The GLS’s interior comes equipped with a leather-coated steering wheel and shifter and our tester featured a $1,150 optional “Popular Equipment” package.

Is there a sunroof in the Hyundai Accent?

For 2009, cruise control is added to the Popular Equipment Package, and the SE Premium Package now includes a power sunroof. Those with an eye on pump prices and their wallet will be happy to know that fuel economy estimates are up over those for last year’s model.

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