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2012 Hyundai Accent consumer reviews

$12,545–$15,295 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Accent Hyundai
(72 reviews)
69% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.1
  • Performance 3.9
  • Value 4.2
  • Exterior 4.2
  • Reliability 4.1
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Great little car

I have driven this car 93000 miles without any major problems. I drive mostly on highway and get 40/gal. My major complaint is it is not stable in strong winds.

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 New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Horrible rear and side visibility

My only issue was you cannot see it if the back of this car. It also has large blind spots. No backup camera. Not sure if it was a 2012 or 2011. Drove it 3 months as a rental.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 1.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 1.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Suffers from unknown problems no mechanic can fix

Purchased new. Reliable at first, but at higher miles started burning oil. Followed all recommended servicing. Check engine light on all the time, even after fixed after 20 miles went on again. No one could fix or find out problem. Recently had major tune up, all four coils replaced, etc. After 20 miles check engine light on again, cost $750, on top of mounting other amounts for repairs for same reason. Burned a quart of oil in a few days. Every 2-3 days had to top off. When it died on the highway 19 codes came up on the diagnostic device, including the four coils I just replaced. Junked the car and bought a more reliable car. Never will I own a Hyundai again, service was terrible and at the end it was nothing more than a money pit.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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250,000 miles and still going

This is the best little commuter car that I have ever owned. I bought it brand new and now it has 250,000 miles on it. I did replace the engine and transmission at 244,000 but it was well worth it.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I love my new frosty blueberry hyundai

It's stylish, yet classic, not to flashy but still makes a statement and gets to the point. I'm an Audio Technician and life gets pretty busy with organization freelance and full time work. I needed a new car also to avoid the repairs on my old car and needed an upgrade. I'm glad I'm making the investment on my wallet and lifestyle.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Cheap good car

I've had my car for 6 years and it has driven good up until now. It's starting to burn a lot of oil. My mechanic says the engine will need replacing soon. I will most likely get another car though. I'm at 116,000 and haven't had any issues out of it other than the engine light coming on for the sensor. I feel like I've gotten my money's worth out of it and am ready to part ways.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great fit when it comes to parking

I think it?s smooth sailing when it comes to driving great for when it comes to parking and fits my sense of style it?s just for me

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Its an average car nothing special about it.

It met all of my need. I have had it for about 6 years. I purchased it in 2012. I paid it off this year. Last year my check engine light started coming on and it has not stopped coming on. My mechanic always say that it is the sensor. I have read online that a few people with this car have this problem and I don't think that Hyundai is taking any responsibility for it. This is not a car that I would recommend. Now that I have paid it off. It of course wants to act up. Smh

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great car for work or school

This car has been the best little car for mpg, snow, and overall comfort. It is amazing for long drives, to and from work,or a great car for a starter.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Reliable, low gas mileage, no problems

This was a hassle-free vehicle to own. It had a manual transmission and I got fantastic gas mileage from it. Comfortable ride, handled the highways around Philadelphia with ease and was a wonderful city car - easy to park. Honestly, never had any issues with it in the three years I owned it. Would recommend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • 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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