Overview
History/Genealogy
2010 Hyundai Accent
The Hyundai Accent is a subcompact car that is sold as a 3-door hatchback and as a 4-door sedan. The Accent is Hyundai's entry-level model, with a base price under $10,000 and a focus on fuel economy—a 4-cylinder engine is the only available powerplant.
The Hyundai Accent replaced the Hyundai Excel for the 1995 model year. In its first year, it was offered as a 3-door hatchback or a 4-door sedan with a standard 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. The current third-generation model was introduced in a sedan body style for the 2006 model year; the 3-door hatchback debuted in 2007. An all-new model is expected to debut for 2011.
Model
3-Door
4-Door
Length
159.3 inches
98.4 inches
Width
66.7 inches
66.7 inches
Height
57.9 inches
57.9 inches
Weight
2,467 pounds
2,365 pounds
Passenger Volume
92.2 cubic feet
92.2 cubic feet
Cargo Volume
15.9 cubic feet
12.4 cubic feet
Features and Options
Hyundai offers the Accent 3-door in three different trim levels: Blue, GS, and SE. The base model Blue is designed with an entry-level price, so air conditioning and power windows are optional. The GS model adds standard air conditioning, tilt steering wheel, map lights, and a rear window wiper/washer. The SE model is the sportiest and includes a short-throw B&M shifter, power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof, 6-speaker 172-watt audio system, and a 6-way adjustable driver seat.
The Accent 4-door is sold only in GLS trim. It includes air conditioning, variable intermittent wipers, dual front cupholders, illuminated vanity mirrors, rear window defrosters, and 60/40-split folding rear seatbacks.
An optional Premium package adds anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), power windows, power outside mirrors, power door locks, remote keyless entry, alarm, cruise control, and steering wheel-mounted controls.
All models of the 2010 Hyundai Accent are front-wheel drive. The standard engine on both the 3-door and 4-door is a 1.6-liter 4-cylinder rated at 110 horsepower and 106 lb.-ft. of torque. The standard transmission is a 5-speed manual with a 4-speed automatic optional. Fuel economy for the Accent models ranges between 27 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the highway.
Safety and Crash Testing
| NHTSA | Model | 3-Door | 4-Door |
| Front Driver | 5 stars | 5 stars | |
| Front Passenger | 5 stars | 5 stars | |
| Side Driver | 4 stars | 4 stars | |
| Side Rear Passenger | 4 stars | 3 stars | |
| Rollover 2WD | 4 stars | 4 stars | |
| Rollover 4WD | Not tested | Not tested | |
| IIHS | ** TOP SAFETY PICK ** | ||
| Frontal Offset | Acceptable | ||
| Side Impact | Poor | ||
| Roof Strength | Acceptable |
Study Results
| 2010 IQS | Highest ranked in segment |
| 2010 VDS | — |
| 2009 APEAL | — |
To learn more visit:
2010 Hyundai Accent Model Page
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