2006 Hyundai Accent: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

Hyundai's smallest car is redesigned for 2006, adding size, power, and a host of standard safety features. Accent comes as a 2-dr hatchback in GS and SE trim, and as a 9.2-inch-longer 4-dr sedan in GLS form. The hatchback was introduced midyear as a 2007 model. The sole engine is a 4-cyl with 110 hp vs. the previous 104 hp. A 5-speed manual transmission is standard, a 4-speed automatic is optional. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes are newly standard, as are front side airbags and curtain side airbags. Air conditioning is a stand-alone option on GS and GLS. It's included in a Premium Sport Package for GLS that also adds power windows, power heated mirrors, and keyless entry. Those features are standard on SEs. Accent lends its basic design to the Rio from Hyundai's Kia division, but differs in features, pricing, and warranty coverage.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 17 classes based on size, price, and market position. Compact Cars comprise the smallest passengers cars. These vehicles range from tiny economy models to slightly larger, popularly priced sedans, hatchbacks, and wagons.

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New or significantly redesigned models include Chevrolet HHR, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, and Volkswagen Golf and Jetta.