2001 Hyundai Accent GSI review from North America
"Affordable, but not economical!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Total piece of junk. Let me just say one word...TRANSMISSION...what transmission? I've put two in this thing. No power, just a nice loud sound like I'm driving a monster truck, can it rev any higher? I've have moved greater distances at some times when my friends are pushing me.
Wheel bearing went extremely fast. Enough rattling to almost have steering wheel rattle loose and make me feel like I had parkinson's when I got out the car with my hands still shaking.
Tire wear was insane as well. For a short commute I take there is no reason for this extreme wear and tear.
General comments?
Not worth the hassle. Never hated a vehicle this much in my life. Great when I first get things fixed. This is short lived though. I don't believe a transmission should go after only 5 months. This car is in no way a high performance vehicle and is not driven like it is one so there should be no reason for the transmission to be crapping out so quick.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 0/10 |
| Reliability marks | |
| Comfort marks | 0/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 0/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 0/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 101000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 150000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda B4000 |
| Date of Entry | 28th January, 2008 |