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2002 Hyundai Accent consumer reviews

$8,999 starting MSRP
side view of 2002 Accent Hyundai
(24 reviews)
83% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.2
  • Interior 4.1
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.1
  • Reliability 4.2
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Best car I have ever drove

This car is vary impressive it has great gas mileage and was surprising on how much get up and go it has... Vary smooth ride and quite. I love how it handles all in all it drives great and I love my little car as do all my friends and family. I def would buy it again no regrets on the money I spent that's for sure.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice car run good

This car is perfect for me and my necessities. This car is comfortable and town up for all . En ese carro puedes cargar lo q quieras es perfecto para ir a la playa porq puedes llevar muchas cosas . Es comodo .

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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The most affordable durable car I've owned.

This car, back in 2002, was 8000. 00 Out the door best warranty in the business. And I put 180,000 miles on it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Hands down the most reliable car I ever owned

It is a 2002 that I bought used in 2005, 5 spd with ac and all other standard equipment, 12 years later I have over 205,000 miles on it and still use it everyday it just keeps going with little servicing, still looks and runs great...will absolutely look for another hyundai product whenever this one finally gives up...Great Car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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For what I paid I got a very good deal. It serves

I needed a car for reliable transportation and that's exactly what I got. I am well pleased with the purchase.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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A gem of a car for a rugged user

.Never gave me trouble for the whole of past 6 years I used it. The tough looks coupled with the driving pleasure it gives you make it your companion rather than your mode of transport.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great first car

Bought the car 6 months ago, and have loved every bit of it! Had 198,800km when I bought it and now has roughly 215,00km. Strong front wheel drive car that loves to spin the tires. Parts are VERY easy to fix. (Did all the work.) Sure they're found a lot in the scrap yard but mainly for transmission. Keep up on fluid and filter when needed and won't have a problem with it. For the price I paid, ive put in roughly 2,500$ (Canadian.) It was sitting for a year before so the parts were rusted/worn just from sitting. As for my first car, wouldn't ask for anything else! I would go on and on about how great this car is but hands down the cheapest, and most reliable when needed. :)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Transmission problems & Door Handles Break Easily

I'm on my third transmission for this car. I have replaced every door handle on the car multiple times because they break very easily. Cabin noise is a major problem. If you take this car onto the interstate, expect to hear a lot of the outside noise. The car has only 105 Horsepower to begin with but after a few years the car becomes down right sluggish. It's hard to overtake on a highway because the car doesn't have a lot of get-up-and-go power. That said, I have found that if you drive slowly and stay off major highways, the noise and speed issues are not a problem. Just don't buy this car if you are looking for a performance vehicle.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 1.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Does not recommend this car
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Good Temporary Car

Bought my 02 accent as an alternative to a gas guzzling truck. Started having problems from the day it left the safety shop. Left me stranded twice and nothing lasts long. Pros Good gas (34mpg overall) Pretty peppy considering the small engine REALLY good in the snow (would take this car over a 4x4) small size-(easy parallel park, squeeze into small space) Cons Cheaply made, parts dont last at all base models have no safety features, no ABS even very cramped inside. parts can be very expensive compared to domestic brands Overall, I would recommend an accent for a temp car, or a starter car, but REALLY inspect the car and make sure it wasn't abused, or you will pay for it. I love my little accent but the constant breakdowns make me want to torch it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does not recommend this car
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ok starter car

drove my fothers and it sucked, it was bummpy,and stiff. pluse when it is past 100,000 miles screw it, the quality falls apart.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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