Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

The sedan Hyundai Accent 2020-2021 model year is simple and affordable, as well as beautifully assembled and well-designed for its price. This year the situation has improved even more with a new transmission.

An improved inline 4-cylinder engine and a new continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) improve fuel economy by two liters per 100 kilometers, which is a lot for a car already eating less than eight liters per 100 kilometers.

The engine actually produces 10 less horsepower than last year, but the CVT’s responsiveness makes up for that.

What’s new

The new model year Accent offers an expanded standard of equipment, a comfortable cab with surprisingly large interior and cargo space and an excellent warranty from Hyundai.

The 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine has not changed in size but has been improved for greater fuel economy.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

A 6-speed manual transmission is standard, and a new CVT replaces the 6-speed automatic transmission on request or in older trim levels. The front-wheel-drive Accent is good at absorbing bumps, although the short wheelbase can make speed bumps seem larger than they really are.

Four adults can comfortably sleep in the Accent, which boasts decent legroom and good headroom for a small car.

Seats can be improved thanks to fine-tuning support, and with small rear doors, entry and exit can be awkward. The folding rear seats significantly increase the Accent’s already ample boot space. We were amazed at how much we could fit into it.

Economy and safety

The new CVT Accent has an EPA rating of 7 liters per 100 kilometers in the city, 5.7 liters on the highway and six and a half liters in mixed mode, the manual transmission improves economy by another half a liter of fuel.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

The 2020 Sedan has not yet been crash tested, but its structure is the same as the 2019 model, which was IIHS’s top safety choice, with good ratings in all categories except front wheel overlap and passenger side headlights. , he received the rating «Acceptable». Only the Limited model includes automatic emergency braking and other safety features.

Options and prices

The Hyundai Accent for the 2020-2021 model year is available in SE, SEL and Limited trim levels.

• For about $ 16,000, the SE is well-equipped, although the standard transmission is a 6-speed manual transmission. But the CVT can be purchased for $ 1,000.

The SE version comes with cloth upholstery, cruise control, air conditioning, keyless entry, height-adjustable driver’s seat, folding rear seats, Bluetooth mobile connectivity, two USB ports, 5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, speaker system with four speakers, halogen headlights and plastic caps on steel wheels.

It lacks automatic emergency braking, but its five-year 60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty is a strong asset.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

• SEL trim includes a CVT in base as well as automatic headlights, tilt-telescopic steering wheel, significantly improved 7-inch Media Information System touchscreen with smartphone screen mirroring, and a six-speaker speaker system.

• For less than $ 20,000, the Limited trim could be the best value for money by adding automatic emergency braking, LED headlights and taillights, keyless engine start, hands-free trunk opener, heated front seats, sunroof and 17 -inch alloy wheels.

Exterior

The beautiful lines of the new Accent challenge the fact that it is a subcompact car. Looks better and more expensive than it really is. However, Hyundai has made no explicit attempts to shape it like other models. The emphasis remains distinct.

The radiator grille is a curved trapezoid and the taillights are three boomerangs. The Limited trim looks best with LED headlights and 17-inch alloy wheels.

Hyundai Accent 2020-2021.

Interior

The salon is arranged, one might say prosaically. It lacks many buttons and dials, and controls are located in logical places. There is storage space for things like smartphones and even large water bottles.

The SE version comes with a small five-inch touchscreen, while the SEL and Limited get a much better 7-inch front and center.

The SE and SEL trims use a lot of hard plastic and cheap fabric, and the larger padding makes the seats more comfortable.

But the new Accent is still comfortable enough for four adults. Headroom is impressive front and rear passengers thanks to the Accent’s bubble roofline, and the height-adjustable seats can accommodate even drivers and passengers over 90 feet.

The SEL and Limited also get a tilt / telescope steering wheel to help improve the driver’s seat.

There is plenty of legroom in the back, although the doorways are small. The cabin is quiet, except for the squeaky note of the engine that creeps up during a sharp acceleration.

The trunk is larger than that of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe, an impressive accomplishment for such a small car, and with folding rear seat backs that fold the wall down to the trunk, the Accent leaves room for things up to six feet long.

Driving experience

The power of the new engine is reduced by 10 horsepower to 120, but it’s barely noticeable, at least not with the new CVT.

Weighing just 1130 kilograms, the Accent is light enough to handle the 120 horsepower engine compartment.

The engine may feel a little squeaky at wide open throttle, but not enough to cause an unpleasant audible intrusion into a quiet cabin.

The chassis is satisfactory on both 16- and 17-inch wheels, although the Accent’s short wheelbase is not very comfortable when driving over large bumps.

The steering and handling are predictable. The Accent lacks high-spirited driving dynamics. Many other small cars are more fun to drive.

Summary

As a base vehicle, the 2020-2021 Hyundai Accent is nearly flawless.

It delivers incredibly low fuel consumption at a very affordable price, and the warranty is the best in the industry. It has good lines and a spacious interior.

Power isn’t impressive, but it’s enough to get the job done, aided by the sharp CVT.

The handling is not playful, but the ride is comfortable. If the seats were more comfortable, it would have excelled in all categories.

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