2018 Hyundai Accent | CarGurus Test Drive Review

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Hyundai’s 2018 Accent is a cost-effective sedan with an unbeatable warranty but not a lot of thrills or luxury. The redesigned Accent is no longer available in hatchback form, takes some visual cues from larger Hyundais, and looks more upscale than past versions, but it’s still a totally practical option available at a great price. Our reviewer recommends some features available only to premium trims, but even the flagship Limited has an MSRP of less than $19K.
All Accents use a 130-hp 1.6-liter 4-cylinder with 119 lb-ft of torque redesigned to improve efficiency and power in the city. A 6-speed manual is available only in the base trim, with all others using a 6-speed automatic our reviewer found slow in responding to input. The Accent packs 90 cubic feet of passenger space, putting it into competition with compacts, rather than subcompacts, and while every Accent includes Bluetooth and a reversing camera, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are available only to the SEL and Limited. Read the full review on CarGurus: cargur.us/lRhpd
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  • @shwmehvn
    @shwmehvn4 жыл бұрын

    Love this little car. I've been in this car many times (Uber/Lyft) and even with four people in the car it had no problem zipping around town and going up those San Francisco hills. It felt solid and well made. Best of all me being 6"1" tall and at just under 300 lbs I had no problem sitting in the back and getting in and out was a breeze. This is def my next city car.

  • @AK-le3zp
    @AK-le3zp6 жыл бұрын

    I actually own a 2018 Hyundai Accent SE in Frost white; bought it in April. I absolutely love the car. Even with just the base model I think it has great options (touch screen, backup cam) it looks great, I average 42mpg (and have gotten to 49.5mpg!) and I think the engine has good pep when you meed it. I paid $13,800 for it brand new w/ military discount, 5-yr free roadside, 100,000 mile warranty. Amazing deal, and my son's rear facing convertible carseat fits fine in it. By far the best looking car in its class, in my opinion. I couldn't be happier with my choice. Just thought I would give y'all an owner's opinion!

  • @floored3078

    @floored3078

    6 жыл бұрын

    Amanda Newton hell yeah nobody needs a v8 to get to work, get a hyundai accent for amazing gas mileage and to build worthwhile credit

  • @PetiteCauchemar

    @PetiteCauchemar

    6 жыл бұрын

    I got the SEL (I'm forgetful so automatic headlights are a must for me) and I love it! I get around the same fuel economy as you, and it has a perfect amount of space for me. Perfect for road trips with my boyfriend and dog.

  • @anthonylambing3831

    @anthonylambing3831

    4 жыл бұрын

    i would say all the same i have the 19 preffered hatchback and its been an amazing car

  • @GurwinderSingh-es9cf

    @GurwinderSingh-es9cf

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hyundai accent is called as diesel rocket in india beacuse it comes with 1.6 L diesel engine and people are crazy for it.

  • @joeb2588
    @joeb25886 жыл бұрын

    I just emailed a local dealer for a price quote..Never done that before. AND I just discovered this re-design 10 minutes ago. I really like it..In a manual of course.

  • @quietguy1948
    @quietguy19486 жыл бұрын

    You'd pay more for the Fit, get much less warranty... My pick - the Accent Limited.

  • @535tony
    @535tony6 жыл бұрын

    I ended up buying a 2018 Accent the weeks ago for my 100mile a day commute. I got the base SE with the 6 speed manual transmission. Came with everything I wanted. Get 41.5 MPG average. Very happy with this car so far. This is my sixth Hyundai since 1999 and all have been great cars. By the way the 2018 Accent is actually built at a KIA plant in Mexico.

  • @Sweetheartbabez

    @Sweetheartbabez

    4 жыл бұрын

    Can I ask why it is your "sixth" car? Is it because the cars break down or because you generally like to switch up every couple of years? I'm only asking because if I do buy this car, I want it to last for more than 10 years. Are Hyundai's reliable?

  • @melissamarin3751

    @melissamarin3751

    4 жыл бұрын

    scott baber Yes ! Please let us know, I’m considering this car and I need it to last years with proper maintenance of course !

  • @4jimmycurtis
    @4jimmycurtis6 жыл бұрын

    I have a 2010 Hyundai Accent and love it. Basic and just what I need. I do want to get a new car after nursing school in December and I'm really interested in the 2018 model.

  • @hubsanrcproductions7222
    @hubsanrcproductions72225 жыл бұрын

    This guy is WRONG! J.D Power gave the 2018-2019 Hyundai Accent a 4 out 5 points for long term reliability. It's more reliable then the Honda Fit.

  • @dexlabs1
    @dexlabs13 жыл бұрын

    Got the 2018 back in 2018. Got it for about 13.3k before taxes brand new. Love it! Currently at 40k miles and still going strong. No problems, no indicator lights, AC runs every time I drive, and I get a solid 35-39MPG average.

  • @BanBiofuels
    @BanBiofuels6 жыл бұрын

    The Fit has no charisma, just utility. The Accent is a brilliant example of good design and romantic automobile style. It's a matter of what you want.

  • @cocotaveras8975

    @cocotaveras8975

    4 жыл бұрын

    Christopher Calder EXACTLY!

  • @Pyroo0
    @Pyroo04 жыл бұрын

    Does this have adaptive cruise control with stop and go in traffic?

  • @dart933
    @dart9336 жыл бұрын

    When will be available in Central America market?

  • @megarutabega
    @megarutabega6 жыл бұрын

    Accent hatchback is available in Canada! Come buy it here, taking advantage of the lower CDN$, and bring it home.

  • @jrs9264

    @jrs9264

    6 жыл бұрын

    megarutabega that model is not USA certified yet, for emissions, and stupid rules about speedometer, etc. Buying it in Canada, and importing it only by an individual, is a federal and state paperwork nightmare. Plus, the warranty is not honored.

  • @karynhilton6220
    @karynhilton62204 жыл бұрын

    Do you have any Hyandai accents that are older? , 2008 or even older models

  • @b.f.378
    @b.f.3786 жыл бұрын

    The Accent looks a lil better than the Elantra lol

  • @cocotaveras8975

    @cocotaveras8975

    4 жыл бұрын

    B. F. XD

  • @NathanCouture-pn3tn
    @NathanCouture-pn3tn Жыл бұрын

    My Nana had one we absolutely loved it now she has a Kona

  • @noegomezjr7801
    @noegomezjr78015 жыл бұрын

    I,d go with the Hyundai Accent because of the warranty and nice looking.

  • @msndotnet01
    @msndotnet016 жыл бұрын

    Looks way better than the fit and that itself why I'd choose this over the fit lol

  • @jjstuartonwriting8150
    @jjstuartonwriting81506 жыл бұрын

    Waited anxiously for this car to arrive in Canada, and was disappointed when I sat in one at the Toronto Auto Show. No leg room for rear passengers, even young kids. Ended up buying the Kia Forte (sister company) and am very happy. But the accent is a great looking car.

  • @user-rt5iw8hi1r

    @user-rt5iw8hi1r

    2 ай бұрын

    Looking in the wrong class buddy This is a subcompact car but it has the most interior run in its glass pretty much so you're not going to find Uber amount of legroom in these vehicles although it's plenty comfortable for over 6 footers

  • @jjstuartonwriting8150

    @jjstuartonwriting8150

    2 ай бұрын

    @@user-rt5iw8hi1r Yeah, that was 6 years ago. Still wish I bought it, but my Forte has been a phenomenal car, with room in the back for the kids who are much bigger now. In hindsight I maybe should have gotten an SUV, but the fuel savings on the Forte are great.

  • @swanblake
    @swanblake6 жыл бұрын

    Looks fantastic with alloys. I would buy if it had HID/LED headlamps. I feel that's such an underrated safety feature. Especially in Midwest winter where there is 4 hours of sunlight a day at best

  • @ItachiUchiha-xk1fr

    @ItachiUchiha-xk1fr

    6 жыл бұрын

    Blake Swan get the limited , that one has day time running lights . I plan to get that one .

  • @bluesky5384

    @bluesky5384

    3 жыл бұрын

    I have a Corolla XSE and have front DRLs and never knew how much I truly needed them. Also in the Midwest and experience 4 seasons so I get that.

  • @PetiteCauchemar
    @PetiteCauchemar6 жыл бұрын

    I chose this car over the Fit, and I don't regret my choice. It was around 3k cheaper, has a better warranty, and has all the features I wanted. It also is more stylish, in my opinion.

  • @isoygblitz

    @isoygblitz

    6 жыл бұрын

    magpie what trim did you pick up? I’m in the market for a reliable inexpensive car. Are you satisfied with it?

  • @PetiteCauchemar

    @PetiteCauchemar

    6 жыл бұрын

    isoygblitz I have the SEL. At my dealership, it ended up being about $700 more than the SE, so it made sense. The SE doesn't have some features like automatic headlights (I'm forgetful), but if you don't need bells and whistles it's nice. I like the car a lot! It fits everything I need, has great fuel economy, and drives well.

  • @shawnlee664

    @shawnlee664

    6 жыл бұрын

    Right. I can't believe he recommended Honda fit. He lost all credibility. He Should be fired before he completely ruins this channel.

  • @nDay2nd
    @nDay2nd2 жыл бұрын

    I really like this car. I just can't seem to find one in Europe.....

  • @marelit730
    @marelit7303 жыл бұрын

    Kinda mad my 2021 SE doesn’t come w a sunroof

  • @UtsavMistry-CMB
    @UtsavMistry-CMB4 жыл бұрын

    In India it is called VERNA and it is the best selling compact sedan

  • @lotdominguezcastellon6028
    @lotdominguezcastellon60286 жыл бұрын

    Love that car, wow I really like it very much.

  • @sanjaykhora76

    @sanjaykhora76

    5 жыл бұрын

    This car lunched in India tell

  • @jilliananderson1933
    @jilliananderson19336 жыл бұрын

    Is it only in Canada that you can get a 2018 hatchback?

  • @mpalali

    @mpalali

    4 жыл бұрын

    Yes, the hatchback is available only in Canada including 2019 and 2020 model years, they tend to sell more than the sedan version here.

  • @izaakwilliamz3120
    @izaakwilliamz31206 жыл бұрын

    no Hatch for US market? Because there IS a 2018 5-door hatch somewhere else, search on youTube.!!!

  • @dannystone5827

    @dannystone5827

    6 жыл бұрын

    Accent hatchback 2018 is available in Canadá, México and some countries in South América. In Europe I'ts a Huyndai i20. But US gets the superior Elantra GT, which is not for sale in México.

  • @tuanh_duong
    @tuanh_duong4 жыл бұрын

    Hyundai did a damn good job on the Accent

  • @johnratican3824

    @johnratican3824

    3 жыл бұрын

    Right. Hey it is no luxury or sports car. But at its price range it is a great looking little car that does what it is supposed to do. I think the reviewer was unnecessarily harsh.

  • @Nilimesh-Majumder
    @Nilimesh-Majumder5 жыл бұрын

    Very nice

  • @spartyme3072
    @spartyme30722 жыл бұрын

    i got a manual tranny six speed and its fun to drive

  • @baldheadlogic
    @baldheadlogic6 жыл бұрын

    This is the nicest Accent that they have made. However, I would spend a little more for a Elantra value edition. Just saying

  • @calebniederhofer678

    @calebniederhofer678

    6 жыл бұрын

    canonlybeme4life that’s what I bought

  • @calebniederhofer678

    @calebniederhofer678

    6 жыл бұрын

    canonlybeme4life mileage is pretty much the same too , which there is no reason the accent can’t achieve better mileage

  • @obbma4ler22

    @obbma4ler22

    6 жыл бұрын

    Can I ask why you prefer the Elantra vs Accent?

  • @shawnlee664

    @shawnlee664

    6 жыл бұрын

    Forget it! Kia Rio hatchback looks incredible. That's the one to get.

  • @BTC909
    @BTC9096 жыл бұрын

    '15 & maybe some early '16 Fit's are coming off lease. As long as it's under 3 years old & under 36K miles you can add a Honda Extended Warranty.

  • @alexmetalhead15

    @alexmetalhead15

    6 жыл бұрын

    Ivan Vojt so that would be a 2016 or newer? Since it goes a year ahead?

  • @jrs9264

    @jrs9264

    6 жыл бұрын

    Who pays good money for a CVT? Honda's are like apple phones and Nike sneakers: highly overrated, grossly overpriced.

  • @jrs9264

    @jrs9264

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hope all you Honda cult members who replied below are not driving around in those death traps with Takata airbags. Highly overrated, grossly overpriced, that is a Honda.

  • @jonkenny593
    @jonkenny5935 жыл бұрын

    Found out it's made in Mexico is this true?

  • 5 жыл бұрын

    Yes, it is true. It is assembled in KIA's factory in Pesquería, Nuevo León (near Monterrey).

  • @user-rt5iw8hi1r
    @user-rt5iw8hi1r2 ай бұрын

    2013 has 138 hp and a 6 sp auto no cvt..more powerful and better tranmy options in 4th gen

  • @bluesky5384
    @bluesky53843 жыл бұрын

    I’m not rich so I’ll stick to used. More features for less. You just have to research to get a quality one.

  • @jeetpatel2828
    @jeetpatel28286 жыл бұрын

    Why “Gurus” ?

  • @2004cyrus

    @2004cyrus

    5 жыл бұрын

    Jeet Patel lol they trying to be cute

  • @eriknielen8439
    @eriknielen84396 жыл бұрын

    Odd that you did not mention the Toyota Yaris IA This Mazda 2 makeover comes off as better than this Accent in many areas.

  • @jayb.4899
    @jayb.48995 жыл бұрын

    this is gr8 car in it's range.i find it perfect for youngsters

  • @NomadBenny
    @NomadBenny4 жыл бұрын

    This car is known as Hyundai Verna in India.

  • @exionem
    @exionem6 жыл бұрын

    Bring back the hatch.

  • @urbanmetal7802
    @urbanmetal78024 жыл бұрын

    Diesel variant for me

  • @karthikburli3052

    @karthikburli3052

    4 жыл бұрын

    There is no diesel in US

  • @bextar6365
    @bextar63656 жыл бұрын

    Honda Fit ..ugly, sales have fallen every year! The Accent is a stylish small car for cheap $$$$$$

  • @swanblake

    @swanblake

    6 жыл бұрын

    Bextar636 the fit now looks like a deformed mini van. I hate it

  • @DeadofWinter321

    @DeadofWinter321

    6 жыл бұрын

    The Honda Fit has higher resale value, lower ownership costs, is more practical AND economical.

  • @swanblake

    @swanblake

    6 жыл бұрын

    DeadofWinter321 so is a mini van. Doesn't mean I want to drive one. If all that concerns you is reliablity and resale, don't buy a car. Clearly you just want something autonomous

  • @dannystone5827

    @dannystone5827

    6 жыл бұрын

    I had a Cívic SI but it had several issues with the electronics. Really fun to drive and great engine. But those faulty electronics made me sell it. Now I own a Leon FR, I'ts almost flawless but it has some annoying interior noises.

  • @jrs9264
    @jrs92646 жыл бұрын

    If anybody at Hyundai USA had any brains, the limited would come with the 1.4L turbo and 7 speed DCT. Guess we will have to wait until they replace another CEO. Or, promote somebody over from the European division.

  • @swanblake

    @swanblake

    6 жыл бұрын

    JR S or the 1.4T with a manual. Would buy in a heartbeat

  • @mattlangstraaat3508

    @mattlangstraaat3508

    6 жыл бұрын

    JR S .. idiot.. more parts,, more problems... syn oil... higher insurance.. your just stupid... go buy a vette, genius!

  • @shawnlee664

    @shawnlee664

    6 жыл бұрын

    Get an elantra then. This is a minimalist car.

  • @johnratican3824
    @johnratican38243 жыл бұрын

    Entertainment centers? Heated seats? Complex lane change features? Dude, it is an economy car. What do you expect? Also, it is not meant to be a sports car. Why are you worried about passing people at 65mph? Is it comfortable to drive? Check. Does it handle reasonably well? Check. Does it have enough room inside for you and maybe a passenger or two? Check. Add in the best warranty in the business and I think the Accent is a great economy car. No hatchback? Who cares. They are ugly anyway. Great review, but please keep in mind the type of machine you are reviewing and what its purpose is. Peace.

  • @michellelafaille1678
    @michellelafaille16784 жыл бұрын

    Got mine for 12000

  • @jonik320

    @jonik320

    3 жыл бұрын

    How is it going? Any problems?

  • @hubsanrcproductions7222
    @hubsanrcproductions72224 жыл бұрын

    Keith Barry has no right to express his own opinion, there is no other car that is better then the Hyundai Accent. It's a very reliable car that gets excellent fuel economy not to methon the vehicle hasn't been discussed much within the past several years.

  • @branchingvine
    @branchingvine4 жыл бұрын

    The Accent is 'AFFORDABLE!" Yeah, compared with the others, but $14,000.00 is NOT affordable for millions of American Families. PERIOD!

  • @michellelafaille1678

    @michellelafaille1678

    4 жыл бұрын

    I only paid 12000 for mine

  • @WVU.STEELERS.CELTICS

    @WVU.STEELERS.CELTICS

    4 жыл бұрын

    If your credit is decent you should be able to afford it...if not then nobody said you need a new or almost brand new car either.

  • @cassandraarcos298

    @cassandraarcos298

    3 жыл бұрын

    Uhh what ???? U want a car for free or what ? 14,000 is affordable as fuck if you have just decent credit . That’s like $220 /a month for car payments. If you want to make less than $200 payments on a car then you have no business buying a brand new car and need to get a used car.