Hyundai Accent Hatchback I 1.5 i (88 Hp) Automatic
People\'s Opinion
N/A / 5
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)
Hatchback I Overview:
Hyundai Accent (Hatchback I). With 130 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 955 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 176 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Performance Verdict
Convenient for city driving, but the automatic transmission compromises acceleration and overall responsiveness compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Less fuel-efficient than its manual counterpart, making it a trade-off for driving ease.
Best Use Case:
City
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Good fuel economy, especially with 1.3L engines
- • Practical and spacious for its class hatchback design
- • Generally reliable for its price point
- • Easy to maintain and repair
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and limited features
- • Limited safety features by modern standards
- • Uninspiring performance on base models
- • Noticeable road and wind noise at higher speeds
- • Dated exterior and interior design
Specifications:
| General: |
| Brand: | Hyundai |
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| Model: | Accent |
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| Generation: | Hatchback I |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.5 i (88 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 1994 |
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| End of production: | 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 3/5 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 5600 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 58.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 130 Nm @ 3050 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | G4EK |
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| Engine displacement: | 1495 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 3 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | OHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
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| Coolant: | 5.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 75.5 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 83.5 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.9 kg/Hp, 92.1 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 955 |
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| Max. weight: | 1440 |
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| Max load: | 485 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 342 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4103 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1620 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1394 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1420 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1410 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
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| Rear brakes | Drum |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 175/70 R13 |
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| Wheel rims size | 13 |
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| Front suspension | Wishbone |
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| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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