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Hyundai Accent III 1.4 (97 Hp) GL
Overall Rating
Hyundai Accent:
The Hyundai Accent , or Hyundai Verna is a subcompact car produced by Hyundai. In Australia, the first generation models carried over the Hyundai Excel name used by the Accent's predecessor. The Accent was replaced in 2000 by the Hyundai Verna in South Korea, although most international markets, including the US, retained the "Accent" name. The "Accent" name is an acronym of Advanced Compact Car of Epoch-making New Technology.
The Accent is produced for the Chinese market by Beijing Hyundai Co. , a joint venture with Beijing Automotive Industry Corp. For the Russian market it was assembled by the TagAZ plant in Taganrog until 2011, and since 2011 it was assembled by the HMMR plant in Saint Petersburg and sold under the new name Hyundai Solaris. In Mexico, the Accent was marketed until 2014 by Chrysler as the Dodge Attitude, previously known as the Verna by Dodge. In Venezuela, Chrysler marketed these models as the Dodge Brisa until 2006. The Brisa was assembled by Mitsubishi Motors at its plant in Barcelona, Venezuela. Since 2002, the Accent had been the longest-running small family car sold in North America. In Puerto Rico, the second and third generations were sold as the Hyundai Brio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Hyundai Accent (III). With 125 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8 l/100km). Weighing only 1133 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.3 s). The top speed reaches 177 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hyundai Accent III generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. While it met contemporary safety standards for its market, specific star ratings are unavailable for European consumers.
1.4 (97 Hp) GL Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily commuting, with the manual gearbox making the most of the 97 Hp, though it can feel strained on highways.
Fuel Economy
Impressively matches the 1.6L engine's combined fuel economy at 6.2 l/100 km, making it a very economical choice for its power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable powertrains
- • Good fuel economy, especially with manual transmissions
- • Spacious interior for its class
- • Affordable purchase and maintenance costs
- • Comfortable ride quality
Cons:
- • Uninspired interior design and materials
- • Automatic transmission significantly impacts performance and economy
- • Lack of advanced safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Can feel underpowered on highways with smaller engines
- • Steering can lack feedback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Accent |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 (97 Hp) GL |
| Start of production: | 2006 |
| End of production: | 2010 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 97 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.3 Hp/l [20mm more] |
| Torque: | 125 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Alpha II / G4EE More details about the engine Alpha II / G4EE |
| Engine displacement: | 1399 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 177 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.7 kg/Hp, 85.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 110.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1133 |
| Max. weight: | 1580 |
| Max load: | 447 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 390 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4280 mm [20mm more] |
| Width: | 1695 mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1470 mm [65mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2500 mm [60mm more] |
| Front track: | 1472 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1462 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5 J x14 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Dependent, multi-link spring with telescopic shock absorbers |
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