2008 Hyundai Accent Base model hatchback from North America - Comments

Again, when I can buy even a used GP with a bumper to bumper warranty for same money as a Hyundai and get same MPG, better comfort, better crash protection, more features, better durability, more power, etc. It's much better value in every way possible! Buying a Hyundai is an ill-informed decision.

You say to slow down to 60 in a 70 zone where everyone is driving 80. In a small car like an Accent, it's a death sentence.

I've owned Pontiacs and my best friend has a 5-year-old Accent. The Accent has been totally flawless. It is driven a lot and now has well over 70,000 miles. It has never had a single problem (but WILL if my friend doesn't change the timing belt as I keep insisting he SHOULD!!). Comparing a Pontiac Grand Prix to an Accent is sort of like comparing a yacht to a rowboat. Both do their jobs VERY well, the Accent just does it more inexpensively with less comfort. If all I wanted was basic transportation, I'd opt for the Accent. If I wanted something longer-lasting and more comfortable, I'd buy a used Grand Prix. Comparing these two cars is sort of like comparing the cheaply built and unreliable Toyota Camry to the World-class Ford Fusion.

"You say to slow down to 60 in a 70 zone where everyone is driving 80. In a small car like an Accent, it's a death sentence."

That would be only a 20mph impact. I've wrecked bicycles at higher speeds than that. I'd hardly call it "deadly".