2002 Hyundai Accent L review from North America
"Wonderful, roomy, economical car that I love!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I have never had a problem with this car, the 2002 Hyundai Accent L.
The only thing I don't like is that the seat belt cuts into my collar bone because it's a two door, nothing that a cushion couldn't fix.
Before this car I had a 2002 Hyundai Accent GL and it was an automatic.
I had major problems with the transmission and strut and strut mounts.
General comments?
I have never had a problem with this car, the 2002 Hyundai Accent L, it's a manual with wonderful shifting, no loud noises, and maneuver's very well. The only thing I don't like is that the seat belt cuts into my collar bone because it's a two door, nothing that a cushion couldn't fix.
Before this car I had a 2002 Hyundai Accent GL and it was an automatic. I bought it with 43,000, and within one year I was having problems with the transmission, and the struts. When it comes to the transmission, I took it to anyone and everyone, but they could not diagnose the correct problem. We changed the trans fluid a few times, and even a new trans didn't help. I do not recommend the automatic Hyundai's, only the manual. I got rid of that car within 2 years and got another Hyundai that I love, and it's very reliable and cheap, which is what a need being a college student.
The car is wonderful with gas getting me 27 mpg city and 30 mpg highway. I have had the car for a year now and I have not needed any brakes; only thing I have gotten is the oil change to maintain the car.
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![]() ![]() | Satisfactory out of the lot, but will cost you in the end |
![]() ![]() | This car is not worth the time or money and definitely not the money |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.5 Manual |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 36000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 44000 miles |
| Previous car | Hyundai Accent |
| Date of Entry | 18th June, 2008 |

