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Hyundai Accent V 1.6 (123 Hp) Automatic
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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)
V Overview:
Hyundai Accent (V). With 151 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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 V was not directly tested by Euro NCAP. Safety ratings varied significantly by market, with some regions receiving strong scores due to standard safety features, while others, particularly base models, showed deficiencies.
1.6 (123 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides adequate power for urban commuting and occasional highway trips, though acceleration might feel less spirited with the automatic.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is expected to be reasonable, though typically slightly less efficient than manual counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Good value for money
- • Comfortable ride for its segment
- • Efficient engine options (especially Smartstream and CRDi)
- • Spacious interior for a compact sedan
- • User-friendly infotainment system
Cons:
- • Base models lack advanced safety features in some markets
- • Interior materials can feel basic
- • Not particularly engaging to drive
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds
- • Limited availability of certain engine/transmission combinations globally
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV Hatchback: 2010 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Accent |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (123 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 123 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 77.3 Hp/l [325mm more] |
| Torque: | 151 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Smartstream / G4FM More details about the engine Smartstream / G4FM |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 45 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4440 mm mm [325mm more] |
| Width: | 1729 mm mm [29mm more] |
| Height: | 1475 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 185/65 R15; 195/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 15; 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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