Press Releases

MORE AFFORDABLE ACCENT SE ARRIVES IN 2011

For the 2011 model year, the fun-to-drive Accent SE with 16-inch alloy wheels is now more affordable. By removing the sunroof from the SE, Hyundai was able to reduce the SE manual transmission price by $850 for an MSRP of $15,345 before destination. The Accent GS gets a 172-watt AM/FM/XM(R)/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers and iPod(R)/USB and MP3 auxiliary inputs as standard equipment due to consumer demand. Two new colors, Clearwater Blue and Boston Red...

HIGH MILEAGE ACCENT BLUE EDITION ARRIVES IN 2010 WITH 36 MPG

How did Hyundai improve Accent's EPA fuel economy for 2010 without adding thousands of dollars to the price like a hybrid does? The answer is the introduction of the high mileage "Blue" edition and smart engineering to all Accent models. Accent's fuel efficiency is improved by up to nine percent, reaching as high as 36 miles per gallon on the highway. ACCENT BLUE AND FUEL ECONOMY ADVANCEMENTS All 2010 Accent's receive lower friction engine components, aerodynamic...

ACCENT CRUISES INTO 2009 WITH 35 MILES PER GALLON

Accent enters 2009 an improved weapon against soaring gas prices, with the popular automatic transmission model achieving a 35 MPG EPA highway rating. Smart engineering enhancements to the Accent's engine, transmission, tire pressure, powertrain management system and power steering pump improve fuel efficiency by up to eight percent. With the addition of a 2008 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Award to the trophy case, the Accent is better equipped than ever to meet the requirements of the...