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2008 Hyundai Accent Hatchback
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Fast Facts
Fuel Economy
Crash Test Scores
Base Price: $11,425
Price as Tested: $15,280
Why We Drove It: The Hyundai Accent is among the top-ranked models in its class in our 2008 Initial Quality Study, is among the most environmentally friendly vehicles according to our 2007 Automotive Environmental Index, and is among the most fuel-efficient vehicles in its class according to the EPA.
In surveys that J.D. Power and Associates has conducted with verified owners of the 2008 Hyundai Accent, the people that actually own and drive one told us:
"I wanted a great, dependable, good looking car for a fair price, and I got it."
"My Accent is quick, handles very well and is fun."
"I enjoy this car more than any I have owned in 45 years of driving."
"[It gets good] gas mileage. I drove [a] 1,000 mile trip for less than $150."
"I love the hatchback and fold-down rear seats; lots of storage."
"The seats [are the] most comfortable I found for this price and quality."
"Although [the Accent is] underpowered, the engine performs well."
"The interior [is] very quiet for [an] economy car."
"Fun to drive. I enjoy a manual transmission."
"The [actual] miles per gallon is higher then EPA sticker."
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Hyundai Accent:
1. Forward visibility from driver's seat
2. How well wipers/washers clear windshield
3. Appearance of exterior paint
Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Hyundai Accent:
1. Manual Transmission – Difficult to get into gear(s)
2. Seat Belt Latch/Release – Difficult to use
3. Materials scuff/soil easily
Ratings for the 2008 Hyundai Accent
More photos of the 2008 Hyundai Accent
More information on the 2008 Hyundai Accent
"I wanted a great, dependable, good looking car for a fair price, and I got it."
"My Accent is quick, handles very well and is fun."
"I enjoy this car more than any I have owned in 45 years of driving."
"[It gets good] gas mileage. I drove [a] 1,000 mile trip for less than $150."
"I love the hatchback and fold-down rear seats; lots of storage."
"The seats [are the] most comfortable I found for this price and quality."
"Although [the Accent is] underpowered, the engine performs well."
"The interior [is] very quiet for [an] economy car."
"Fun to drive. I enjoy a manual transmission."
"The [actual] miles per gallon is higher then EPA sticker."
Top 3 Things Owners Like About the Hyundai Accent:
1. Forward visibility from driver's seat
2. How well wipers/washers clear windshield
3. Appearance of exterior paint
Top 3 Owner-Reported Problems with the Hyundai Accent:
1. Manual Transmission – Difficult to get into gear(s)
2. Seat Belt Latch/Release – Difficult to use
3. Materials scuff/soil easily
Ratings for the 2008 Hyundai Accent
More photos of the 2008 Hyundai Accent
More information on the 2008 Hyundai Accent
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I recently bought a 2009 Accent. The GS base model with manual transmission which is exactly what I wanted. Paying less than $10,000 I cannot say enough about it. It does not have a small car ride or interior and is fun to drive.
-- Posted by Bill K. on 6/23/2009 5:57:00 AM
