Hyundai Accent II 1.3 i 12V (75 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.1 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 3.5 / 5
Value 4.2 / 5
Performance 3.3 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

II Overview:

Hyundai Accent (II). With 114 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1066 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.7 s). The top speed reaches 163 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.

Safety Rating
Euro NCAP Year 2000
Adult Occupant 17 points (3 stars)
Stars 3
Expert Note:
The Accent II achieved a 3-star Euro NCAP rating for adult occupant protection in 2000, which was acceptable for its class and era, though it lacks modern safety features.

1.3 i 12V (75 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 3 stars

Performance Verdict

Very basic performance, primarily for urban use and short distances; struggles on open roads and at higher speeds.

Fuel Economy

Good fuel economy, making it a very cheap-to-run option, ideal for budget-conscious city drivers.

Best Use Case: City Driving / Budget

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Affordable purchase and running costs
  • • Generally reliable and durable engines
  • • Simple and easy to maintain mechanics
  • • Good fuel economy on most variants, especially diesel
  • • Practical and spacious interior for its class

Cons:

  • • Basic interior quality and limited features
  • • Modest performance on lower-powered engines
  • • Limited safety features by modern standards (3-star Euro NCAP)
  • • Not particularly refined or engaging to drive
  • • Dated design compared to newer competitors

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback I: 1995 - 2000).

General:
Brand:Hyundai
Model:Accent
Generation:II
Modification (Engine):1.3 i 12V (75 Hp)
Start of production:1999
End of production:2003
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:75 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:55.9 Hp/l [132mm more]
Torque:114 Nm @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:G4EA More details about the engine G4EA
Engine displacement:1341
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:3
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:3.3 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:71.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:83.5 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.5:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.4 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:14.7 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:14.7 sec
Maximum speed:163 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:14.2 kg/Hp, 70.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:9.4 kg/Nm, 106.9 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:14 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1066
Max. weight:1550
Max load:484
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:375 l
Fuel tank capacity:45 l
Size:
Length:4235 mm mm [132mm more]
Width:1670 mm mm [50mm more]
Height:1395 mm mm [1mm more]
Wheelbase:2440 mm mm [40mm more]
Front track:1435 mm
Rear (Back) track:1425 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size175/70 R13 S
Front suspensionSpring Strut
Rear suspensionSpring Strut

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