Car Profiles - Hyundai Accent Hatchback

HYUNDAI ACCENT HATCHBACK

While other contemporaries are content on fitting in gasoline powerplants, Hyundai seemed to have its own opportunity by being the opposite. Having lots of power under the hood which returns very high fuel savings wrapped in a practical body is one offer that we wouldn't pass.

The Good: Very fuel efficient, torque galore, classy styling.

The Bad: Limited rear visibility, huge price premium against the sedan brother.

Price Range: P878,000-P970,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: March 2, 2018

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.6 GL
Price	P878,000 (MT), P970,000 (DCT)
Warranty	5 Years or Unlimited kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	U-II 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	136hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque	260Nm @ 1,500-3,500rpm (MT), 300Nm @ 1,750-2,500rpm (DCT)
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail
Transmission	6-Speed Manual, 7-Speed Dual Clutch
Fuel Tank Capacity	43 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,115mm
Width	1,700mm
Height	1,457mm
Wheelbase	2,570mm
Curb Weight	1,170-1,245kg (MT), 1,185-1,260kg (DCT)
Body Style	5-Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Torsion Beam
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum Brakes (MT) or Disc (DCT)
Tires	175/70 R14
Wheels	14 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	None (MT) or Yes (DCT)
Traction/Stability Control	None (MT) or Yes, With Hill Start Assist System (DCT)
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None
Other Exterior Features	Black Door Handles, Rear Wiper, Rear Spoiler
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Multi-Information Display, 60:40 Split Folding Rear Seats
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering (Motor Driven), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	Integrated AM/FM/CD/MP3/AUX/USB
Speakers	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Sonic, Ford Fiesta, Honda Jazz, Kia Rio, Mazda 2, Suzuki Swift, Toyota Yaris

See previous generation models of the Accent:

Hyundai Accent (2006-2010)

See the pre-updated model of this Accent: