Saturday, May 26, 2007

HYUNDAI ACCENT 4-DOOR


HIGHS
Quiet running with a cushy ride and plenty of attractive safety features.

LOWS
Rubber-band shifter, undisciplined shocks and struts make for a loose ride.


WHAT'S NEW
Sedan is mostly carry-over from ’06, but a three-door model joins the lineup.

BEHIND THE WHEEL
The Accent rides well, but without sporty intent. Fun is not the object here, and for a small package, there’s lots of refinement.


CAPSULE REVIEW
The third-generation Accent is roomier than the car it replaces and comes in GLS trim only. It has dual front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags, and side-curtain airbags, standard safety features that are usually unheard of in an economy car. And it has a great warranty.

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