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Accent redefines expectations in the subcompact category by offering the
company's distinctive and upscale "Fluidic Sculpture" design, best-in-class
standard fuel economy, exceptional roominess and a full complement of standard
safety features. Despite surprising technology and a significant increase in
safety features, Hyundai will hold the line on pricing from the prior generation
to continue delivering unmistakable value to customers.
"The 2012 Hyundai
Accent reinvigorates the subcompact segment, similar to what the game-changing
Sonata and Elantra have done in their categories," said Mike O'Brien, vice
president, Product and Corporate Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "Accent's
class-leading standard fuel economy is another showcase of Hyundai's dedication
to improving fuel efficiency with advancements to traditional gasoline powered
vehicles and is the fourth nameplate in Hyundai's lineup delivering 40 mpg on
the highway."
Exterior Design
The 2012 Accent joins the
Hyundai line-up sporting the company's increasingly popular "Fluidic Sculpture"
design. The vehicle's exterior lines are intended to be futuristic, dynamic, and
sleek. In a segment typically associated with staid designs, Accent stands out
from the crowd. While the styling provides an attractive form, it's also
functional, featuring a slippery 0.30 coefficient of drag for Accent sedan and
.31 for Accent five-door. Hyundai's signature hexagonal front grille and
detailed swept-back headlights give Accent a compact athletic face. Five-door SE
models include a sporty roof-mounted spoiler and vertical taillights. For an
assertive stance, 16-inch alloy wheels are available on GLS and standard on SE.
Small, but Still Comfortable Inside
All Accents ride on a
101.2 inch wheelbase, 2.8-inches longer than the previous generation. The
66.9-inch width on all 2011 models increased by 0.2 inches for 2012. The Accent
4-door's overall length has increased by 3.5 inches to 172 inches. Total length
of the new five-door version is 162 inches. As a result, Accent enjoys superior
interior volume and passenger space. While the car's exterior dimensions are
consistent with those of traditional subcompacts, Accent is classified by the
EPA as a compact sedan thanks to its interior volume. Toyota Yaris and Ford
Fiesta are classified as subcompact cars. In addition the Accent five-door has
best-in-class cargo volume and more cargo capacity than the Nissan Juke and
Infiniti EX 35 crossover. The Accent has best-in-class front and rear shoulder
room and the five-door also has more cargo volume than many of its compact
five-door competitors.
Convenient storage spaces are included throughout
the cabin, including bottle holders in the front doors and a storage tray at the
base of the center console. A sliding armrest storage console is available,
which is a segment first. Split and fold 60/40 rear seats are standard for
increased cargo flexibility when transporting longer items. Not only does Accent
have multiple storage areas, but it delivers more useable storage capacity.
Hyundai Accent SE: Review (2/2)