2005 Hyundai Accent Review
Price Estimate: $556 - $870





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Excellent warranty, low price, nicely appointed interior, standard side airbags, solid build quality, smooth ride.
Cons
- Weak tires, low handling limits, buzzy engine.
What’s new
Trim levels are revised and ABS is finally available.
Edmunds says
A decent buy for those determined to own a brand-new car with full-warranty coverage, though we'd encourage prospective owners to shop the used car market before closing the deal.
For sale nearby
5 listings
- 270,199 miles
- 4cyl automatic
- Freedom Ford Lincoln Wise (213 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Wise, VA
26/35 City/Highway MPG Recent Arrival!This 2005 Silver Hyundai Accent GLS FWD is well equipped and includes these features and benefits: 13" x 5" Stee...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary Unavailable.
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/32 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KMHCG35C55U345968
Stock: W3128D
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-06-2025- 101,979 miles
- 2 accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 4cyl automatic
- Million Mile Motors (434 mi away)
- Rear Bench Seats
- Fold Flat Rear Seats
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Located in Marietta, GA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
26 Combined MPG (23 City/32 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: KMHCG45C05U654348
Stock: 654348
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$139/mo for Accent GLS
Accent GLS
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$160/mo
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Tiny, but mighty!
5 out of 5 starsSamuel, 07/30/2015
2005 Hyundai Accent GT 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
It's not the fastest, or most impressive car. But it's fun to drive and the mileage is amazing!
This car just keeps going
4.25 out of 5 starschehalispete, 01/01/2013
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
I bought this car out of desperation when my old car died.
I was looking for anything when I went to a dealer who pushed it on me more or less.
I felt I paid a little too much but whatever.
I bought it 6 1/2 years ago with 13,000 miles on it.
Today I'm at 200,000 and the only problem I have had is the timing chain went out (my fault since I should have changed it).
It is hands down THE … MOST reliable car I have ever owned.
I'm always looking at other cars, but I know I will keep driving this thing just to see how long it will last.
It reinforces my theory that cars you love will screw you over, but cars you don't car about will serve you well for years.
I so love my little car!
4.25 out of 5 starsjannes, 07/16/2012
2005 Hyundai Accent GT 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 4A)
I bought my car used in 2007 w/ 25K miles on it after owning an Excel, it's older sister. There was one major issue it had immediately after purchase (speed sensors went out - totally covered by warranty). Heard it's good to change timing belt before 100K so had a full $500 tune-up done then and have never had an issue in the now 5 years I've had it & only done routine oil changes … otherwise. I have maintained 35 mpg consistently in town and 40 mpg highway. Plush? Frills? Sporty power? No - but if you're ok with feeling the road under you and enjoy great gas mileage & the joys of a hatchback, an Accent rules! Con: poor visiblity out the back window due to its 'bubble butt' as I call it.
Awesome car. Great mpg AND fun to drive!
4.75 out of 5 starssumeetd, 06/08/2008
2005 Hyundai Accent GLS 2dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl 5M)
I'm 17 and this was my first car. Being a teen, I don't make a lot of money, but thats ok since this baby gets great mpg. On average I get about 33 mpg. Plus the car itself is really fun to drive. The car is extremely nimble. With my aggressive driving habits, I find myself weaving through highway traffic with ease.
2005 Accent Highlights
Hatchback
GLS
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $9,999 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 27 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $139/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 16.9 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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