Hyundai Accent

With the recent add on features to this model, it did turned my head when I was comparing cars around the 70k range. The front & back cam, touchscreen, navi, BT, Fogs, Side Indicators & remote booth are newer add ons i see Hyundai are trying to push more attention to this model. I was deciding between other models; To save some $ for a 1.2, or top up abit more for a 1.6, the difference in between is around 4-5k? However I was swayed by the value my dollars can extract from the Accent and my needs in looking for a car. I dont really need a bigger 1.6 (with less features), as its just myself Im transporting most the time, while the 1.2 is really kinda under powered for my liking despite the economical price and FC. FC is average so far measuring 12 to 14. Not tempting enough for me to look at hybrid now for the price differences and the long term effects of the hybrid batteries. Yes some of the interior is plasticky (its a not a Conti), but how often do we lay our hands at these areas during the drive? Its just the steering, knob and the seats which are pretty decent already. The aesthetics are curvy and smooth, if the old school chrome ever bothers you, just plastik dip it ;) Imma 1.8m and the rear seat may have some room restrictions for me, but in the driver seat its all good~ The stock rims looks old school with a plastic cover but that doesnt bother me much, not much diff when the wheels are spinning anyway right lol? the booth space is very good given its class, a few difference very other models dont really make a diff to me too, as I dont have it filled to the brim always. Theres always a knock down rear seats if you ever need it. for a 1.4 churning 100bhp is pretty decent for a city car, its punchy due to it's smaller size from other 1.6s, but dont expect it to be the 1st after the lights turned green, especially vs Taxis. The 4 x Disc brakes are effective when needed. I was rather surprised by how firm the car hugged to the road at higher speeds and at bends, similar Jp models would have felt floaty instead. The doors also felt "Heavy" When closing, giving a solid "Thug" With not much force required. Komoco's after sale services are really good and reasonable thus far. Keep it up! You dont get the double standards between before and after sales.... Read More

Bought the Accent new (in 2016) as my 'spare' weekend runabout and was impressed with this manual hatchback. At near 100 bhp/ton, this 1.4M shares the same specific power as my past Alfa Romeo 33TI 1.5! The 14" Stock rims and Kumho tyres are heavy and lackadaisical - so got these upgraded to 15" Advan Racing RG-II (~5kg/wheel), shod with Michelin PS3 ST tyres ... And a world of difference it has made to the car's ability to accelerate straight-line and its handling around fast bends. The Hyundai 1.4 Kappa MPI engine mates superbly with the 6-speed manual transmission and slick gear changes up to 7K redline gives a decent 0-100 in 10+ seconds (timed) ... Though in the course of upshifts, the engine buzz can be a bit cabin-intrusive (unfairly compared to my Lexus and Merc). With disc brakes all-wheel round, a well-sorted suspension system and together with a heavy-biased electric power steering, gives the Accent a confidence-inspiring handling prowess at speed, on the road. Many of its peers - small, entry-level models either come with the odd 3-pot whiny engine, rear drum brakes, rubber-bandy CVT transmission and/or super-light electric power steering. The reliability of today's Korean cars are proven and leaves little to question. Only regular servicing has sufficed. Thicker-gauge Korean steel used (obviously, for a made-in-Korea car) and a heavy hatch door (I note that Hyundai had spent a lot of R&D on the rear hatch design, for crash worthiness) - akin to the European marques. A full-sized spare tyre in the trunk - which I demand for (my having to make regular trips up north). The Lexus and Merc also have full-sized spare tyres - at least for the pre-2010 models that I own ... Though unfortunately, this has become a rarity for many other brands - even BMW, Audi and the likes. My Accent also came with an after-market leather-wrapped steering wheel, very well installed, not overly thick - compliments of KMC. This actually does make a difference, in the overall driving experience of the car.... Read More