Hyundai Accent Hatchback 1.5 MVi 3d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Now excellent value cars...some bargain cars on new reg's!
Costs
Very good on fuel, although tank does not hold much fuel so still have to fill up often! Insurance costs and tax very good being 1.5 engine
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On the road
Driving
Good driving position, fully adjustable seats and good level of equipment as standard
Performance
For 1.5 engine, the 101bhp really does deliver well. Admittedly the 0-60 of 10 seconds is ok, but this car is excellent when moving (although sounds loud when revved!). Handling not bad too although body roll has tendancy to oversteer the car!
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Living with it
Reliability
Reasonable, although I'm glad i had one years warranty on my car and would advise anyone to try and get the same. Had over £1200 spent in 6 months; oil leak replaced, new exhaust, abs sensor, rocker cover, brakes, and aerial electric clunky!
Image
Not bad, stands out better than standard Accent. Rally inspiration, would be better with more power for image and maybe more rally style rear spoiler, just to make it look more than just a 1.3 si Accent!
Comfort
Good comfort...not bad over long distances too...back seats cramped!
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Security and Service
Security
Had a category 1 alarm on mine, but no one really interested. Doesn't look overly 'in your face' so doesn't attract the wrong attention
Service
Excellent service from out of town Hyundai, but very poor from local one in Tamworth.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Good engine...takes a lot of stick
Other
Good car for little money, but reliabilty let down
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
Yes