Hyundai Accent (06-09) - Review

Review by Simon Harris on
The Hyundai Accent Atlantic was launched in 2006 as a special edition of the Accent range. However, this Accent was significantly different from previous versions of the car with improved quality, more appealing styling and a new engine. Only one version of the Accent Atlantic is available, and it's a three-door model. Customers had the choice of an optional four-speed automatic transmission and metallic paint as the only extras. Good value, and Hyundai's warranty offers reassurance against faults for five years.
3.5 out of 5

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£9,070 - £9,855

Used price range:

£1,687 - £3,458

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The Hyundai Accent Atlantic was launched in 2006 as a special edition of the Accent range. However, this Accent was significantly different from previous versions of the car with improved quality, more appealing styling and a new engine. Only one version of the Accent Atlantic is available, and it's a three-door model. Customers had the choice of an optional four-speed automatic transmission and metallic paint as the only extras. Good value, and Hyundai's warranty offers reassurance against faults for five years.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    3 out of 5

    "The Accent Atlantic comes with a 1.4-litre engine which develops 96bhp at 6000rpm and maximum torque..."

  • Handling

    3 out of 5

    "The Accent Atlantic has redesigned front suspension and new rear suspension compared to the previous..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3.5 out of 5

    "The Accent Atlantic has enough room for four adults, and comes with electric front windows and air..."

  • Practicality

    4 out of 5

    "The Accent Atlantic has quite a generous boot at 370 litres up to window height. The rear seats are..."

  • Equipment

    4 out of 5

    "All Accent Atlantic models come with ABS, electric windows and door mirrors, power steering, air..."

  • Behind the wheel

    3.5 out of 5

    "The Accent Atlantic doesn't really do anything on an emotional level when you're sat behind the..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    4 out of 5

    "Priced against mainstream small cars when new, customers could choose the automatic transmission for..."

  • Green credentials

    4 out of 5

    "Accent performs pretty well on the eco front. With an average of 155 g/km CO2 across the range, its..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    3 out of 5

    "A fairly low airbag count at two (driver and passenger), and ABS has been fitted to mainstream cars..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "Hyundais are generally reliable, and up to five years old the Accent Atlantic is covered by a..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    0 out of 5

  • Buying used

    3.5 out of 5

    "Not many around - Hyundai dealers will have the best stock. The only choice is whether to choose..."

  • Selling

    3 out of 5

    "Priced right the Accent Atlantic should sell quickly. Air-conditioning, CD, electric windows and a..."

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