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Hyundai Accent 2012-2017 (RB)

Hyundai Accent
Photo: Kevauto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Price
$14,745–$16,900
MPG
31
  • Strength: Strong running costs
  • Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
  • Watch-out: Below-average driving fun
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How it scores for you10 scores
Honest, bare-bones transportation that does everything adequately and nothing memorably - the used-market definition of an appliance.
Reliability54

Recalled far less often than cars of the same model years; 1 of its 2 recalls was serious. About 11% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +2 points for its wider reputation.

Safety50

Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.

Running costs70

About $2,100 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 70% of cars we track.

Cargo & utility12

13.7 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 12% of other sedans we track.

Passenger space40

Usable for four adults short-term and a decent 13.7 cu ft trunk for the class; still a subcompact.

Driving fun30

Light and willing enough around town, but slow steering, soft brakes, and highway strain betray the price point.

Tech30

Bluetooth and a basic head unit at best - a bare-bones era subcompact.

Comfort35

Choppy ride and noticeable noise; acceptable commuting, nothing more.

Value retention55

Typical resale value for a sedan.

Capability0

No published tow rating; front- or rear-wheel drive only.

Safety & recalls2 recalls

Not yet rated by NHTSA.

2 recalls · 7 common complaint areas across 2015–2017

  • Airbags — 25 complaints (2016)
  • Recall — Airbags: frontal (2015)
  • Electrical — 25 complaints (2016)

2017

  • Complaint clusterAirbags19 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    While traveling on a public roadway under wet conditions, the vehicle was unable to stop within a safe distance despite brake application, resulting in a rear-end collision with the vehicle ahead. The primary concern is that the airbags did not deploy during the impact, despite significant front-end

  • Complaint clusterEngine14 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    I have replaced the GDI engine on the 2017 Hyundai Accent once. I have also had the catalytic converter replaced 3x. The car lunges as if there will be another catalytic converter issue soon. Hyuandi recommended a fuel induction completion to prevent the issue from occurring again, but it did. Thi

  • Complaint clusterUnknown or other9 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    For the past year I keep having to replace the catalytic converter, ignition coils and spark plugs every 2/3months. I just replaced the catalytic converter in October with a tune up. A month later had to replace spark plugs.

  • Complaint clusterElectrical8 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 115,000. It was later discovered upon checking the Carfax Report, that the mileage was

  • Complaint clusterPowertrain6 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN

    I started burning oil and was going through a quart of oil every 150 miles, then due to the excess oil consumption my catalytic converter went out.

2016

  • Complaint clusterAirbags25 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that she recently purchased the vehicle from a private seller. When the contact drove the vehicle for the first time, there were no issues or warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. However, when the vehicle was taken to an indep

  • Complaint clusterElectrical25 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    The engine failed and requires a full engine replacement. The vehicle is currently at ALM Hyundai West, 1990 Thornton Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122, and is available for inspection upon request. Hyundai Motor America has already approved the engine replacement under a goodwill authorization, implicit

  • Complaint clusterEngine21 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle w

  • Complaint clusterSteering10 complaintscomplaints:STEERING

    The Emergency brake light, ABS light, and esc light all come on while driving & speedometer goes to 0. The speedometer also stops tracking mileage when these lights come on. This used to happen on & off, but now it’s almost permanent. Hundreds are reporting the same exact issue online, but mechanics

2015

  • RecallAirbags: frontal15V218000

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2015 Accent vehicles manufactured September 15, 2014, to February 10, 2015. In very cold temperatures, the occupant detection system (ODS) may not be able to determine if a child restraint seat is in the front passenger seat.

  • RecallService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module23V651000

    Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock B

  • Complaint clusterAirbags23 complaintscomplaints:AIR BAGS

    My air bag “off” light comes on and then off again.

  • Complaint clusterBrakes10 complaintscomplaints:SERVICE BRAKES

    Was driving down the highway and my car caught fire. I was stopped by another driver saying that my car was on fire. I had no breaks to stop, I had to put it straight to park to stop the car. That way myself and my son could jump out of the car.

  • Complaint clusterEngine9 complaintscomplaints:ENGINE

    On [XXX] the engine in my 2015 Hyundai Accent suddenly failed while traveling on [XXX] near Milesburg, PA. While attempting to accelerate, the vehicle completely stopped. It was able to be coasted to the side of the roadway, but was unable to be driven after that. It was towed back to South Williams

  • Complaint clusterElectrical9 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    My horn is honking uncontrollably especially, when making left turns. Right turns, sometimes. Confusing a lot of drivers in the street and also some has become aggressive. Initially, I thought my hand was accidentally hitting the horn until I recently became worse over the past week or so.

  • Complaint clusterUnknown or other5 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    My 2015 Hyundai accent started having problems with oil consumption around 65000 miles. I got it checked regularly and the mechanic noticed it after it was having issues accelerating and losing power then cutting off completely. I had to constantly check oil each week or sooner. A couple months late

Cost to own$16,200 / 5 yr

MSRP, new

$14,745–$16,900

Estimated used price, by model year

2017$6,400–$7,500
2016$5,600–$6,500
2015$4,800–$5,700

$2,100/yr

EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.

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Specs
MSRPNew $14,745–$16,900
Efficiency31 MPG
Seats5
DrivetrainFWD
PowertrainGas

City MPG

27

Highway MPG

37

Combined MPG

31

Horsepower

137 hp

Doors

4

Cargo volume

13.7 cu ft

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