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2009 Hyundai Accent Review

July 4, 2009

STYLING | 6 out of 10

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more buttoned-down conservative than the more youthful Kia Rio
MyRide.com

has a conservative two-tone interior color scheme reminiscent of larger cars
Automotive.com

telltale Hyundai curves
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According to reviews read by TheCarConnection.com, editors applaud the 2009 Hyundai Accent's sporty look, but don't award it any blue ribbons. Automotive.com says it “looks more elegant than the previous-generation model did.” Cars.com agrees, noting that the "Accent's crisp modern lines, distinctive halogen headlights, and larger wheels and tires make this version more elegant than its predecessor."

In comparison to other competing vehicles, MyRide.com calls the 2009 Hyundai Accent "more buttoned-down conservative than the more youthful Kia Rio." While Kelley Blue Book concedes that with the 2009 Accent, Hyundai’s styling is "sporty and expressive," they ultimately conclude that the "sedan is pretty plain vanilla." Cars.com adds that “GS and SE hatchbacks sport a fairly typical wedge shape, but with telltale Hyundai curves.”

The interior of the 2009 Hyundai Accent “has a conservative two-tone interior color scheme reminiscent of larger cars, and it's trimmed out quite nicely, helping it avoid the feeling of an econobox,” Automotive.com says. “The dashboard wraps around to the door panels and the center stack is nicely integrated, with large, well positioned climate control knobs.” "Visibility is very good, with the short hood allowing a panoramic view of what's ahead," notes Edmunds about the openness of the design.

Conclusion

The 2009 Hyundai Accent can be considered an attractive car both inside and out, but it's a little homely as well.

STYLING | 6 out of 10Expert Quotes:more buttoned-down conservative than the more youthful Kia RioMyRide.comhas a conservative two-tone interior color scheme reminiscent of larger carsAutomotive.comtelltale Hyundai curvesCars.com According to reviews read by TheCarConnection.com, editors applaud the 2009 Hyundai Accent's sporty look, but don't award it any blue ribbons. Automotive.com says it “looks more elegant than the previous-generation model did.” Cars.com agrees, noting that the "Accent's crisp modern lines, distinctive halogen headlights, and larger wheels and tires make this version more elegant than its predecessor." In comparison to other competing vehicles, MyRide.com calls the 2009 Hyundai Accent "more buttoned-down conservative than the more youthful Kia Rio." While Kelley Blue Book concedes that with the 2009 Accent, Hyundai’s styling is "sporty and expressive," they ultimately conclude that the "sedan is pretty plain vanilla." Cars.com adds that “GS and SE hatchbacks sport a fairly typical wedge shape, but with telltale Hyundai curves.” The interior of the 2009 Hyundai Accent “has a conservative two-tone interior color scheme reminiscent of larger cars, and it's trimmed out quite nicely, helping it avoid the feeling of an econobox,” Automotive.com says. “The dashboard wraps around to the door panels and the center stack is nicely integrated, with large, well positioned climate control knobs.” "Visibility is very good, with the short hood allowing a panoramic view of what's ahead," notes Edmunds about the openness of the design. ConclusionThe 2009 Hyundai Accent can be considered an attractive car both inside and out, but it's a little homely as well. 2009 HYUNDAI ACCENT STYLING | [6 out of 10] MyRide.com: "more buttoned-down conservative than the more youthful Kia Rio " Automotive.com: "has a conservative two-tone interior color scheme reminiscent of larger cars" Cars.com: "telltale Hyundai curves" According to reviews read by ...

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Other Choices:

The Honda Fit remains the choice vehicle in this class, thanks to its flexible seating arrangement and its smooth four-cylinder engine. In terms of refinement and safety, it truly is a class ahead. The Chevrolet Aveo offers two different body styles and a frugal four-cylinder, but it's still not remotely competitive with the class leaders like the Fit or Yaris. The Yaris has smart style and an enviable reputation behind it, as well as a choice of two- or four-door models. The Kia Rio is essentially the same car as the Hyundai Accent, but it's also offered in a Rio5 wagon format where the Accent offers a three-door coupe.

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