2005 Hyundai Accent: Road Test
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- MSRP: $9,999 -$11,649
- Invoice: $9,499 -$10,950
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Our road test for the 2005 Hyundai Accent includes a full evaluation of the 2005 Hyundai Accent from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and handling performance for the 2005 Hyundai Accent, but also interior cabin and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the 2005 Hyundai Accent help you decide if a 2005 Hyundai Accent is right for you.
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ACCELERATION
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 2 | 4.1 |
Adequate around town, but any Accent demands noisy full-throttle operation for passing or freeway merging.
FUEL ECONOMY
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | 7 | 6.7 |
Test manual-transmission Accents averaged just under 30 mpg in a mix of city/highway driving. No opportunity yet to measure with automatic transmission, but expect slightly less.
RIDE QUALITY
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 4.6 |
Accent absorbs small bumps reasonably well, but large potholes can be jolting. Ride is jiggly on washboard surfaces.
STEERING/HANDLING/BRAKING
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 5.4 |
Low-achiever tires limit grip, but Accent corners with moderate body lean. No opportunity to test newly available ABS.
QUIETNESS
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | 3 | 4 |
No car in this price range is really quiet, but Accent is class competitive for noise and vibration.
CONTROLS
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 5 | 5.5 |
Simple and straightforward, with clearly marked controls in easy reach. Cabin has sturdy materials, but no abundance of padded surfaces.
ROOM/COMFORT/DRIVER SEATING (FRONT)
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | 4 | 5 |
Driver seat doesn't have much rearward travel, so taller folks might feel crowded at the wheel. Comfortable, supportive for everyday commuting, but longer trips may prove tiring.
ROOM/COMFORT (REAR)
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 2 | 3.6 |
Seat too flat for good support. Not enough leg and head room for anyone over 6 ft. Entry/exit just OK in the sedan, a pinch in hatchbacks.
CARGO ROOM
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 | 3.9 |
Not vast, but comparable to most rivals. Sedans limited by small trunk opening. All Accents have folding rear seatback.
VALUE WITHIN CLASS
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 5.8 |
Accent makes some sense as a budget-priced commuter car bolstered by a generous warranty. However, most rivals offer better performance and refinement for little more money, and Accent lags most competitors in resale value.
Total Score
| GLS hatch, man. | GLS sdn, auto. | Class Average |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | 35 | 48.6 |
Total Score: 37
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