Hyundai Accent 2018 review: specifications, price and photo

Hyundai Accent 2018 review: model appearance, interior, specifications, security systems, prices and equipment. At the end of the article - test drive the 2018 Hyundai Accent!

Contents of the review:

• Appearance
• Salon
• Specifications Hyundai Accent 2018
• Security systems
• Cost and configuration 2018-2019 Hyundai Accent
• Full specifications of the complete sets

February 2017 became a landmark for fans of the Korean brand Hyundai, since it was at this time that the annual automobile exhibition was held in Toronto, where the company presented the 5th generation of the budget Hyundai Accent sedan (known as Solaris in Russia).

The novelty has received a more modern and presentable appearance, "matured" interior and more productive and economical filling.

It should be noted right away that the differences between the American and Russian versions of Hyundai Accent / Solaris are minimal, while both cars are almost an exact copy of the Hyundai Verna, produced for the Chinese market since the fall of 216.

It is curious that in Ukraine Hyundai Solaris is offered under the name Accent, while both cars have identical parameters, appearance and equipment.

Exterior Hyundai Accent 2018

In comparison with the previous generation, the new Hyundai Accent has become more presentable and "grown-up", which was achieved due to the external similarity with the older models of the Korean brand, in particular with the latest generation Hyundai Sonata and Elantra.

Frontal part of the body acquired a piercing gaze of head optics, a stylish false radiator grille and a neat bumper, with large sections of fog lights and a trapezoidal air intake.

Sedan profile became more impetuous and stylish, which was achieved due to expressive stampings on the side doors, pronounced wheel arches and a sloping roofline, smoothly turning into a lean stern.

Powerful feed acquired an original form of side lights, as well as a monumental bumper with a practical plastic trim. It is also worth mentioning that the American and Russian versions of Accent (aka Solaris) received a different graphics of side lights.

External dimensions of the novelty are:

• Length - 4.385 m (American version) and 4.405 m (Russian version);
• Width - 1.729 m;
• Height - 1.47 m.

It is easy to guess that the differences in length also affected the length of the wheelbase, which in Hyundai Accent is 2.58 m, and in Hyundai Solaris - 2.6 m.The height of the ground clearance, according to passport data, is 16 cm, which is more than enough to overcome obstacles in the form of curbs and railways.

Potential owners are offered a choice of 7 different body paint options, as well as several variations of the external design of rims, while in basic versions, instead of light-alloy, the car is equipped with conventional steel rims.

Interior Hyundai Accent 2018

The good news is the fact that the new Hyundai Accent has received a completely new front dashboard, which looks not only modern and attractive, but also moderately presentable.

In front of the driver is a plump and comfortable three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, as well as a laconic but informative instrument cluster, represented by a pair of analog dials and an LCD monitor of the trip computer located between them. The central part of the dashboard is turned 6 degrees towards the driver, which simplifies the control of the multimedia system and the interior climate system.

By the way, the multimedia complex is represented by a 7 "touch screen (a 5" monitor is installed in the base), and the climate control unit is represented by a small screen, a pair of functional knobs and auxiliary keys.

It is noteworthy that the design of the American Accent and the Russian Solaris is identical, the differences are observed only in a slightly different arrangement of individual buttons. The interior of the car is made of inexpensive, but sufficiently high-quality materials.

Front seats moderately comfortable and offer a sufficient number of adjustments for the prevailing number of buyers. The only thing to find fault with is the poorly developed lateral support. Between the front seats there is a parking brake handbrake, a pair of cup holders and an optional armrest with a special box for various small things inside.

Rear sofa is devoid of any frills, but without much difficulty accommodates three passengers, provided that they have an average height - tall riders may experience some discomfort due to the roof pressing on their heads.

Trunk volume in the stowed position is 480 liters, but if you lower the backs of the rear sofa (fold in a ratio of 2 to 1), the capacity of the luggage compartment increases by more than 2.5 times. Regardless of the level of equipment, a full-fledged spare wheel is located under the raised floor of the trunk and a set of tools is needed on the road.In general, the interior of the new Hyundai Accent leaves a positive impression not only due to its attractive design and high-quality materials, but also due to well-thought-out ergonomics and good, by the standards of the class , roominess.

Specifications of the new Hyundai Accent 2018

At the heart of the new Hyundai Accent is the significantly upgraded platform of its predecessor. The suspension is similar to that of the 6-generation Elantra sedan and Creta crossover and is represented by an independent architecture and MacPherson struts on the front axle, as well as a semi-independent rear torsion beam system.

The line of engines is represented by a pair of 4-cylinder petrol engines, a pair of which is a 6-speed "mechanics" or automatic transmission.

1. 16-valve engine of the Carr family, having a volume of 1.4 liters and reproducing a maximum of 100 "horses" and 132 Nm of peak torque, which can be counted on at 4000 rpm. With it, the sedan can reach a maximum of 185 km / h, and also provide acceleration from 0 to 100 in 12.2 seconds. (with manual transmission) and 12.9 sec. (with automatic transmission). Combined fuel consumption fluctuates between 5.7 and 6.3 liters for every 100 km of distance traveled.
2. 1.6-liter 4-cylinder of the Gamma line, equipped with a multi-point "power supply" system, a 16-valve chain timing and a pair of phase shifters, which allows you to get a power of 123 "mares" and a peak torque of 151 Nm. Predictably, a more powerful engine has better dynamics, accelerating the car to a hundred in 10.3 (11.2) seconds, and also developing a maximum 193 km / h. Fuel consumption averages 6.6 l / 100 km, which is a very good indicator for a budget car class.

It is also worth mentioning that in the North American market the car is offered exclusively with a 1.6-liter petrol engine with a capacity of 130 hp.

The manufacturer took into account the wishes of buyers and equipped the car with a tougher and stronger body, in the production of which high-strength grades of steel were widely used - at least 52%. The steering received an electric power steering, and the braking system received disc brakes on all wheels (with a ventilation system on the front axle).

Safety of the new Hyundai Accent 2018

Despite its involvement in the budget class, the updated Hyundai Accent has acquired a large number of electronic assistants and security systems, including:

• Airbags for front riders;
• Anti-lock braking system;
• System of motion stabilization and car retention on a slope;
• ЕSP system;
• Fasteners for installing child seats;
• Adjustable front and rear headrests;
• Rear parking sensors;
• Rear view camera with dynamic layout;
• Central locking;
• Tire pressure monitoring system;
• Electronic brake force distribution system;
• Immobilizer;
• Anti-slip system;
• Era-Glonass.

It is noteworthy that most of the sound systems are offered already in standard and medium configurations.

Options for 2018 Hyundai Accent trim levels and their cost

In the North American market, Hyundai Accent is offered in three versions - SE, SEL and Limited, with the minimum cost of the car starting at $ 14,955. For comparison, in the Russian market Hyundai Solaris is presented in the Active, Active + and Comfort trim levels, and the minimum price is 624.9 thousand rubles. (about 10.93 thousand dollars).

The list of basic equipment Hyundai Accent includes:

• Electric power steering;
• Central locking;
• Tire pressure monitoring system;
• Front and rear power windows;
• Outside temperature sensor;
• Front airbags;
• Anti-lock braking system;
• Electronic brake force distribution system;
• Immobilizer;
• Emergency deceleration warning system for rear drivers;
• Anti-slip system;
• Stabilization system;
• Era-Glonass;
• The NAS system;
• Air conditioner;
• Daytime Running Lights;
• Audio system with 5 "monitor and 4 speakers;
• Cruise control;
• Seat belts.

Note that the basic equipment of the Russian Solaris offers a smaller amount of equipment, in particular, there is no cruise control, air conditioning, NAS system, audio system and other "chips".

The price of the Hyundai Accent in the top-end version starts at $ 18,395 thousand, which makes it one of the most expensive cars in the class.

We also note that in the near future the North American version of the Accent will acquire a hatchback modification, which will not be presented on the Russian market.

Full specifications of Hyundai Accent (Solaris) 2018 trim levels

Conclusion

Hyundai Accent 2018 represents an evolutionary development of the model, which positively affected the appearance, interior filling and technical characteristics of the sedan. In addition, the car became noticeably larger than its predecessor, and also received a long list of standard and optional equipment, which led to an increase in the cost of the model.

It is difficult to predict how the price increase will affect sales at this time, but the car is really worth every cent the manufacturer asks for it.

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