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Hyundai Accent

Hyundai Accent — 1995–1999 (North America), 4-door sedan3/5-door liftback, '''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine'''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China)

Transmission5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic

About the Hyundai Accent

Hyundai Accent is a 4-door sedan3/5-door liftback in the subcompact car (b) class, with source data covering 1995–1999 (North America). The available vehicle data lists '''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China) as an engine configuration, paired with 5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic and a Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Hyundai Accent guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for '''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China) and 5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Hyundai Accent specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Hyundai
Model	Accent
Model years	1995–1999 (North America)
Body style	4-door sedan3/5-door liftback
Vehicle class	Subcompact car (B)
Manufacturer	Hyundai
Production	1994–present
Market / country	CA, ES, FI, GB, LU, NL, NZ, UA, US

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Hyundai Accent includes '''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China).. Transmission information includes 5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Engine	'''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China)
Transmission	5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	2400 mm (94.5 in)
Length	4100 mm (161 in) (liftback)162.1 in (4,117 mm) (sedan)
Width	1620 mm (63.8 in)
Height	1395 mm (54.9 in)1410 mm (55.5 in) (Kia Qianlima)
Kerb / curb weight	2101 –

Hyundai Accent other specifications

Name	Hyundai Accent
Image	2019 Hyundai Accent 1.6L, front 10.8.19.jpg
Caption	Fifth-generation Accent (HC)
Model Code	X3
Aka	Hyundai Accent VernaHyundai ExcelHyundai Pony (France)Bimantara Cakra (Indonesia)Yueda-Kia Qianlima (China)Dodge Brisa (Venezuela)
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Hyundai Accent generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Hyundai Accent	1994–present	Not specified	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
First generation	1995–1999 (North America)	'''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China)	5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic	Not specified
Second generation	2000–2005 (North America)2000–2006 (Liftback, Canada)	'''Petrol:'''; 1.3 L ''Alpha'' 12V I4; 1.5 L ''Alpha'' 12V I4; 1.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4; 1.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.5 L ''D'' 12V I3 CRDi turbo-diesel	5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic	Not specified
Third generation	2006–2011 (North America)2006–2012 (China)	'''Petrol:'''; 1.4 L ''Alpha II'' I4; 1.6 L ''Alpha II'' I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.5 L ''U'' I4	5-speed manual; 4-speed automatic	Not specified
Fourth generation	2012–2017 (North America)	'''Petrol:'''; 1.4 L ''Gamma'' MPi I4; 1.4 L ''Kappa'' MPi I4; 1.6 L ''Gamma'' MPi I4; 1.6 L ''Gamma II'' MPi I4; 1.6 L ''Gamma II'' GDi I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.4 L ''U II'' CRDi I4; 1.6 L ''U II'' CRDi I4	5-speed manual6-speed ''M6CF1'' manual4-speed automatic6-speed ''A6GF1'' automatic7-speed DCTCVT	Not specified
Fifth generation	2018–2022 (North America)2018–2023 (Middle East)	'''Petrol:'''; 1.0 L ''Kappa II'' T-GDi I3; 1.4 L ''Kappa'' MPi I4; 1.5 L ''Smartstream G1.5'' MPi I4; 1.6 L ''Gamma'' MPi I4; 1.6 L ''Smartstream G1.6'' DPi I4; '''Diesel:'''; 1.4 L ''U II'' CRDi I4; 1.5 L ''U II'' CRDi I4; 1.6 L ''U II'' CRDi I4	6-speed manual6-speed automatic7-speed DCT''C0GF1'' CVT	Not specified

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Hyundai Accent

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Hyundai Accent

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Hyundai Accent have?

The available source data lists the Hyundai Accent engine as '''Petrol:'''1.3 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha'' SOHC 12V I41.5 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I41.6 L ''Alpha II'' DOHC 16V I4 (China). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Hyundai Accent?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Hyundai Accent?

There is no single best engine oil for every Hyundai Accent configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Hyundai Accent?

The Hyundai Accent is classified as a 4-door sedan3/5-door liftback.

What years was the Hyundai Accent produced?

The available vehicle record places the Hyundai Accent in the 1995–1999 (North America) period. Exact availability can vary by market.

What are the dimensions of the Hyundai Accent?

The available source data lists length 4100 mm (161 in) (liftback)162.1 in (4,117 mm) (sedan), width 1620 mm (63.8 in), height 1395 mm (54.9 in)1410 mm (55.5 in) (Kia Qianlima), and wheelbase 2400 mm (94.5 in).

What transmission does the Hyundai Accent have?

The available source data lists 5-speed ''M5AF3'' manual4-speed ''A4AF2'' automatic transmission options for the Hyundai Accent.

Is the Hyundai Accent FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Hyundai Accent is Front-engine, front-wheel-drive.

Who makes the Hyundai Accent?

The manufacturer listed for the Hyundai Accent is Hyundai.

When was the Hyundai Accent produced?

The available source data describes production as 1994–present.

How much does the Hyundai Accent weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 2101 –. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Hyundai Accent built?

The available source record lists assembly information as South Korea: Ulsan; Turkey: Alikahya, İzmit, Kocaeli Province (HAOS); China: Yancheng, Jiangsu (DYK, Kia Qianlima); Egypt: Cairo (Ghabbour Group); Venezuela: Barcelona (MMC Automoriz); Indonesia: Bekasi (Bimantara/Hyundai Indonesia); Botswana: Gaborone (TMBC).

What class of car is the Hyundai Accent?

The Hyundai Accent is listed in the Subcompact car (B) class.

What platform does the Hyundai Accent use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as Hyundai-Kia TB.

Which markets or countries sold the Hyundai Accent?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Hyundai Accent with CA, ES, FI, GB, LU, NL, NZ, UA, US. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Hyundai Accent?

The available vehicle data lists Hyundai i20 (Europe) as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Hyundai Accent?

The available vehicle data lists Hyundai i20 (Europe) as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Hyundai Accent?

The available source data identifies related models as Hyundai Getz. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Hyundai Accent?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Hyundai Accent?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Hyundai Accent images

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