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#3 of 598 Canadian debut by gwido Feb 28, 2005 (1:35 pm)
Does anybody have news about the future Accent?   It seems it wasn't shown in Toronto after all, contrary to what I read on MSN Autos (I won't trust them anymore...)
#4 of 598 MSN Autos by alpha01 Feb 28, 2005 (3:15 pm)
Is just about the last place that ANYONE should look for automotive information.   ~alpha
#5 of 598 Re: 2006 Hyundai Accent [kirstie_h] by codata99 Mar 04, 2005 (8:53 pm)
Replying to: kirstie_h (Feb 10, 2005 6:38 am) 2006 Accent is not based on the new Rio, which has a torsion-beam rear axle. This is the same type of rear suspension offered on the current-generation Rio. Replies to this message: zup (Mar 24, 2005 1:50 pm) backy (Mar 24, 2005 4:10 pm)
#6 of 598 New Accent in New York by gwido Mar 18, 2005 (5:56 am)
According to Edmunds Inside Line, Hyundai plans to unveil its 2006 Accent at the New York Auto Show next week.
#7 of 598 2006 Accent unveiled by gwido Mar 24, 2005 (11:17 am)
The 2006 Accent was unveiled today in New York. You can see some information on this site: http://www.hyundaiaccent.com/index.html   I'm glad it doesn't look at all like the 2006 Kia Rio, but it has some Toyota Corolla resemblance imho.   According to the specs, it seems to be a mechanical twin to the new Rio: 110hp 1.6L engine, same wheelbase and dimensions, same suspension layout. Sadly, the rear suspension is no longer independent, which was a characteristic unique to the Accent in its class (correct me if I'm wrong on that). Replies to this message: backy (Mar 24, 2005 12:19 pm) alpha01 (Mar 24, 2005 9:29 pm) backy (Mar 24, 2005 9:52 pm) gwido (Mar 25, 2005 5:17 am) and 6 more...
#8 of 598 Re: 2006 Accent unveiled [gwido] by backy Mar 24, 2005 (12:19 pm)
Replying to: gwido (Mar 24, 2005 11:17 am) I guess that answers the question as to whether the Accent and Rio share a platform. Wonder if the ride/handling will be tuned differently, as on the Tucson/Sportage.   There is a resemblence to the Corolla in front, but the Accent is more teardrop-shaped and the rest of the car doesn't look like the Corolla, IMO. The tailights remind me of the Protege. Nice rear end and side profile I think. A rather stand-out feature is the very high trim strip on the side--the better to tackle those SUV doors I guess.   Unfortunately ABS is not standard (as it will be on a competitor, the Fit), but at least Hyundai retained the trademark 8-way driver's seat.   I think the dash looks better in grey--the tan looks a little cheap to me, with no trim around the HVAC dials. See the photos:   http://new-york-auto-show.autoblog.com/entry/1234000730037482/   If the crash test results are good, this is definitely a car I'll look at when it's time to turn over my '01 Elantra to my oldest son in 18 months. Replies to this message: alpha01 (Mar 24, 2005 9:29 pm) backy (Mar 24, 2005 9:52 pm) gwido (Mar 25, 2005 5:17 am) bumpy (Mar 25, 2005 3:54 pm) and 5 more...
#9 of 598 I think the interior space... by csandste Mar 24, 2005 (12:33 pm)
92 cu. feet-- is the same as an Acura Legend (the big one) of fifteen years ago. Cars like Big Gulps are getting larger.
#10 of 598 Re: 2006 Hyundai Accent [codata99] by zup Mar 24, 2005 (1:50 pm)
Replying to: codata99 (Mar 04, 2005 8:53 pm) Looks like interior volume is becoming a priority for Hyundai. I am fine with this trend as Hyundai's styling make their cars look smaller from the outside, unlike cars like the 300 which I dislike for its brutish look. I am looking forward to purchase the new Sonata which is rated as a large vehicle by its interior volume. According to Hyundai, the mileage for the new Sonata is around 24/33, which is similar to the Accord and Camry. If the new Accent and Elantra can out-compete their Japanese rivals with Civic/Corolla like mileage ratings, Hyundai's quest for global domination is one big step closer. Replies to this message: backy (Mar 24, 2005 4:10 pm)
#11 of 598 Re: 2006 Hyundai Accent [zup] by backy Mar 24, 2005 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: zup (Mar 24, 2005 1:50 pm) I'd say they have a long ways to go on their quest for global domination. But they are making sure steps for greater recognition and respect from the general car-buying public, maybe to the point where Hyundai owners won't need to give a lengthy explanation to friends and family as to why they bought one.   I am very curious to see what the EPA ratings for the new CVVT engine in the Accent will be. It should be at least in the upper 30s, based on the numbers from the current Elantra and the new Sonata.
#12 of 598 only a sedan? by hyundaioz Mar 24, 2005 (5:29 pm)
Is there only going to be a sedan model for the new accent? maybe this is so for the usa but im in australia and im sure i read somewhere, and have seen spy photos of, a hatch model....also there has been talk of a wagon varient, anyone have any info on more body styles for the accent and when we can expect to see them? cheers! Replies to this message: mononeo (Mar 24, 2005 6:19 pm)

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