2009 Hyundai Accent review
In a world of economic instability, any new car that can tout a sub-$10,000 starting price has a lot going for it. OK, it has exactly one thing going for it: It's cheap. But that doesn't necessarily mean a horrible driving experience — nor does it mean every trim level of said car is cheap.
That's where the Hyundai Accent fits into the marketplace. It's inexpensive, inoffensive and gets good gas mileage. While that may not sound like a ringing endorsement, the Accent holds its own in a crowded field, and that says a heck of a lot.
I tested a 2009 Accent; 2010 models are arriving at dealerships now with a few changes.
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Cleaning the Seat Belts
To clean the seat belts, use a cloth or sponge with mild soap or detergent and
warm water. Do not use strong detergents, dye, bleach or abrasive materials on the
seat belts as this may weaken the ...
Tire rotation
Tires should be rotated every 7,500
miles (12,000 km). If you notice that
tires are wearing unevenly between rotations,
have the car checked by a
Hyundai dealer so the cause may be
corrected.
...
Performance
Subcompact buyers have been treated poorly in the performance department.
Inexpensive engines and transmissions have resulted in subpar mileage numbers
despite the fact that the subcompacts weigh ...