Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Production years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Hyundai rushed in the second generation of the Accent in 1999, and it was more than just a rebadged Excel; it was a different car.
The Korean carmaker had a growth plan, and it stuck to it no matter what the competition put against it. Hyundai was already known worldwide, and thanks to its strategy of well-built cars and acceptable pricing policy, it already started to be a significant player in a few markets. The 1999 Accent was an essential piece of the puzzle since it was an affordable car with a fresh look.
With a new design language that featured angular headlights and sharp lines, the car looked more aggressive. Moreover, Hyundai built a World Rally Car based on the 3-door version, and even though it wasn't that successful, it was an excellent brand ambassador. The street model was affordable, but the Korean carmaker forgot to install pop-out rear side windows.
Hyundai heavily improved the interior over its predecessor with better materials and a roomier cabin due to the longer wheelbase. It was not a big difference. It was the difference between pressed knees and touching knees for the rear passengers. The split-folding rear seats was a standard feature. The Accent featured a standard AC-unit and power-windows at the front. For selected markets, such as the north side of Europe and Canada, the Accent was not just a cheap transportation device. It was a car.
For the powertrain, Hyundai installed Mitsubishi-sourced engines under the hood. The base model featured a 1.3-liter, while the upper trim level received a 1.5-liter unit. The latter was available with an automatic transmission as well.
ENGINE SPECS - 1.3L 5MT (86 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1341 cm3 |
Power: | 63 KW @ 6000 RPM 86 HP @ 6000 RPM 84 BHP @ 6000 RPM |
Torque: | 84 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 114 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 12.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.4 in (4201 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.3 cuFT (320 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2127.5 lbs (965 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3428.2 lbs (1555 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 28 mpg US (8.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 44.4 mpg US (5.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 36.8 mpg US (6.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 155 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 4AT (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1495 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5500 RPM 90 HP @ 5500 RPM 89 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 97 lb-ft @ 2900 RPM 132 Nm @ 2900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 103 mph (166 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 14.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.4 in (4201 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.3 cuFT (320 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2191 lbs (994 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3428 lbs (1555 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 22.4 mpg US (10.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 37.3 mpg US (6.3 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 188 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L 5MT (90 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L4 |
Displacement: | 1495 cm3 |
Power: | 66 KW @ 5500 RPM 90 HP @ 5500 RPM 89 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 97 lb-ft @ 2900 RPM 132 Nm @ 2900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 107.5 mph (173 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 5-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Drums |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 175/70R13 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 165.4 in (4201 mm) |
Width: | 65.7 in (1669 mm) |
Height: | 55.1 in (1400 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 56.7/55.9 in (1,440/1,420 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 96.1 in (2441 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.7 in (119 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 11.3 cuFT (320 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 2191.4 lbs (994 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 3428.2 lbs (1555 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 42 mpg US (5.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 33.6 mpg US (7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 168 g/km |