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Used 2019 Hyundai Accent Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2018 Hyundai Accent is a four-door sedan that straddles the line between subcompact and compact. It's offered in base SE, SEL and Limited trim levels. The SE covers the basics, while the SEL adds more style (alloy wheels) and functionality (7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto). The Limited trim adds conveniences including a sunroof, heated front seats and advanced safety features.

All Accent models use a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (130 horsepower, 119 pound-feet of torque) and either a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The Accent is front-wheel-drive.

The SE sedan comes standard with a six-speed manual transmission, 15-inch steel wheels, air conditioning, power accessories, a tilt-adjustable steering wheel, cruise control, a 60/40-split folding rear seat, Bluetooth, a rearview camera, a 5-inch touchscreen display, and a four-speaker sound system with a CD and USB/auxiliary inputs. The six-speed automatic transmission is optional.

The SEL adds 15-inch alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, automatic headlights, foglights, heated side mirrors, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, a center-console storage box with a sliding armrest console, dual USB charging ports, Bluetooth with voice commands, a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay-Android Auto smartphone integration, and an upgraded six-speaker sound system.

Moving up to the Limited brings 17-inch wheels, LED headlights, side mirror-integrated turn signals, a sunroof, a hands-free trunk, keyless entry, push-button start, automatic climate control, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, and a three-year subscription to Hyundai Blue Link Connected Services. It includes features such as app-based remote start and locking and unlocking, vehicle diagnostics and emergency collision notification. The Limited also features forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking, which aren't available on the two lower-level trims.

Which Accent trim does Edmunds recommend?

Even if the Accent's primary appeal is its affordability, we think the price increase from the base SE to the SEL (both automatic transmission) is worth it. For the extra money, the SEL offers upgrades such as alloy wheels, rear disc brakes, automatic headlights and smartphone integration. You'll appreciate having these features over the long term.

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Grand Rapids, MI
Vehicle
Accent SE
Accent SEL
Accent Limited
Vehicle
SE
1.6L 4cyl 6M
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Limited
1.6L 4cyl 6A
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not available
Not available
Not available
Satellite radio
Not Available
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
Not Available
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Not available
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Engine torque
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
119 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
Engine displacement
1.6 l
1.6 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed shiftable automatic
6-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
185/65R15
185/65R15
205/45R17
Wheel size
15 X 5.5-in
15 X 5.5-in
17 X 6.5-in
Wheel type
steel wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
28 / 37 / 31 MPG
28 / 38 / 32 MPG
28 / 38 / 32 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
11.9 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
333 / 440 miles
333 / 452 miles
333 / 452 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
33.5 ft.
Curb weight
2,502 lb.
2,679 lb.
2,679 lb.
Ground Clearance
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
68.1 in.
68.1 in.
68.1 in.
Height
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
57.1 in.
Length
172.6 in.
172.6 in.
172.6 in.
Wheelbase
101.6 in.
101.6 in.
101.6 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
13.7 cu. ft.
13.7 cu. ft.
13.7 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
38.9 in.
Front Leg Room
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
42.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room
54.2 in.
54.2 in.
54.2 in.
Rear Head Room
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
37.3 in.
Rear Leg Room
33.5 in.
33.5 in.
33.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.7 in.
53.7 in.
53.7 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Beige, cloth
Black, cloth
Beige, cloth
Black, cloth
Beige, cloth
Black, cloth
Exterior
Pomegranate Red
Linen Beige
Frost White Pearl
Olympus Silver
Admiral Blue
Urban Gray
Absolute Black
Pomegranate Red
Linen Beige
Frost White Pearl
Olympus Silver
Admiral Blue
Urban Gray
Absolute Black
Pomegranate Red
Linen Beige
Frost White Pearl
Olympus Silver
Admiral Blue
Urban Gray
Absolute Black