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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Current Hyundai Accent
The Hyundai Accent is a five-passenger compact offered in four trim levels: GL, GS, SE and GLS. The GL, GS and the SE are two-door hatchbacks, while the GLS is available only as a four-door sedan. ...

To increase cruise control set speed
Follow either of these procedures: o Push the RES/+ switch and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch at the speed you want. o Push the RES/+ switch and release it immediately ...

Sunroof
(If installed) Sun Shade Your HYUNDAI is equipped with a sliding sunshade which you can manually adjust to let in light with the sunroof closed, or to block sunlight. WARNING: Never adjust the ...