Power comes from a 1.6-liter double overhead-cam engine that produces 110 horsepower, featuring variable valve timing. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, a four-speed automatic transmission is optional. The environmentally friendly Accent has an Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle 2 rating. Its safety features include front seat seatbelt pre-tensioners and six airbags (front, seat-mounted side-impact, and side-curtain) as standard on all models. The Accent is available as a GS or SE hatchback, and as a GLS four-door sedan. For 2008, the Hyundai Accent receives minor changes.
Hyundai
Accent
2008
2008 Hyundai Accent
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2008 GS 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GS w/Optional XM 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GLS 4dr Sedan
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2008 GLS w/XM 4dr Sedan
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2008 SE 2dr Hatchback
Price: - From $14,575
2008 SE w/XM 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GS 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GS 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GS w/Optional XM 2dr Hatchback
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2008 GLS 4dr Sedan
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2008 GLS w/XM 4dr Sedan
Price: - From $13,320
2008 SE 2dr Hatchback
Price: - From $14,575
2008 SE w/XM 2dr Hatchback
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Overview
Specs & Features
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Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
1.6L I-4 / 110 HP / 106 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard:
5-spd man w/OD
Available:
4-spd auto w/OD
Drive Type
Front-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
27 / 32 / 29 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
5
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
60 Months / 60,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 1.6L I-4 / 110 HP / 106 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Front-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 27 / 32 / 29 Mpg |
Brakes | Front Disc/rear Drum |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Semi-independent Torsion Beam Beam |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Compact Steel |
Fuel Tank | 11.9 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Regular Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $45 |
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume | |
Passenger Volume | 92 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 159.3 " |
Exterior Width | 66.7 " |
Exterior Height | 57.9 " |
Front Headroom | 39.6 " |
Rear Headroom | 37.8 " |
Front Legroom | 42.8 " |
Rear Legroom | 34.3 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 53.5 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 53.1 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 2,467 Lbs. / 2,504 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 98 " |
Turning Radius | 16.5 ' |
Exterior Features
Door Count | 2 Doors |
Wheels | 14.0 " Steel |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Manual Remote / Dual Power Remote |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Body-colored |
Rear Spoiler | Lip |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel |
Interior Features
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Front Crash Safety Rating |
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Overall Side Crash Safety Rating |
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Rollover Crash Safety Rating |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable |
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 60 Months / 60,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 120 Months / 100,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | |
Roadside Assistance Months | 60 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 84 Months / Unlimited Miles |
Accessories Months | 12 Months / 12,000 Miles |
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