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2012 Hyundai Accent Replacement "Verna"?

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#21 of 223 2012 Hyundai Accent by phill1

Jan 03, 2011 (2:25 pm)

Its a damn shame that Hyundai could`nt make the Chinese version of the Accent (Verna) front end nose and grill work for the North American edition. I own a 2011 Ford Fiesta Hatchback and I know that Ford "tweaked" the North American version a bit from the European vehicle but IMO the end result was still overall pleasing. Perhaps Hyundai felt that since the new Elantra basically copied the Sonata grill, enough was enough. Got to make sure that the cheaper nose job on their "B" segment entry does`nt compete too much with their "C" segment compact Elantra.

#22 of 223 Like It by sandman_6472

Jan 07, 2011 (3:06 pm)

It's also on our short list but I think the additional power of the Elantra will please the wife more. Do prefer the 1.8 in my Civic to my daughters Accent and with the wife currently driving a Mazda with the 2.3, think the new Accent won't be a good choice for. Hopefully when we get into serious looking mode, the Buick Verano will be out also...will be a bit more upscale than the Cruze, and she's from a Buick family to begin with.
 
The Sandman

#23 of 223 Re: Like It [sandman_6472] by phill1

Jan 09, 2011 (10:16 am)

Replying to: sandman_6472 (Jan 07, 2011 3:06 pm)
The new 1.6 liter 4 cyl engine Hyundia will be putting in the North American version of its new Volster as well as the 2012 Hyundai Accent is supposed to be a totally new improved fuel efficient 140 hp power plant that should get over 40 mpg highway. I don`t think you will find much difference between the performance of the heavier Elantra with the 1.8 liter vs the Accent with the 1.6 liter engine.

#24 of 223 Re: Like It [phill1] by backy

Jan 09, 2011 (11:15 am)

Replying to: phill1 (Jan 09, 2011 10:16 am)
Has the 1.6L 140 hp engine for the Accent been confirmed for NA? I was wondering if we would get the smaller engine instead, since 140 hp is a lot for a car in this class. But I wouldn't mind it. (wink)

#25 of 223 Surprise! 2012 Accent unveiled in Montreal by backy

Jan 14, 2011 (5:38 pm)

Hyundai didn't wait for the NY Auto Show to unveil the new Accent, it came out this week at Montreal.
 
http://www.autoguide.com/auto-news/2011/01/2012-hyundai-accent-gets-most-power-f- uel-economy-in-its-class-montreal-auto-show.html
 
Looks like a great update, especially the 1.6L GDI 138 hp engine, 6-speed trannies, and all the standard safety equipment. And a 5-door hatch! Yesssssss!
 
The FE numbers look a little low for a car of this weight (30.5/41 mpg for US gallons per the article), not much better than the bigger and more powerful Elantra, but those are unofficial numbers.

#26 of 223 Looks Great by sandman_6472

Jan 14, 2011 (6:34 pm)

Very impressed with how this car looks...not as nice as it's older siblings but nice all the same. To be honest, I think the Elantra looks the best of the three & I'm hoping the wife agrees & gets a 2012 titanium colored GLS with the package that has the 16"alloy wheels. That would fit our needs perfectly! I can definitely see my next car being a Hyundai also...never thought I'd ever stray from the Japanese brands...EVER!!
 
The Sandman

#27 of 223 2012 Hyundai Accent by phill1

Jan 17, 2011 (4:27 pm)

backy;...nice scoop of the Montreal Auto Show unveiling of the new Accent! I hope that US also gets the 5 door hatchback option. A lot of times Hyundai Canada gets different models and trim then we do here in US. Now, when do they get to dealerships? Spring..Summer..or early Fall?

#28 of 223 2012 Hyundai Accent by phill1

Jan 17, 2011 (4:33 pm)

Although I personally prefer the practicality of the 5 door hatchback as a small wagon to the 4 door sedan, I actually might opt for the new 2012 Hyundai Accent in sedan form. I already own a 2011 Ford Fiesta 5 door hatchback and IMO it looks (much) better then the Fiesta sedan. On the other hand, the new Accent sedan IMO looks better then the 5 door hatchback! Plus, the Accent hatchback looks way too similar in styling to the Fiesta hatchback and I`d hate to have two look a like vehicles parked next to each other in my driveway even if they are in different colors.

#29 of 223 Re: 2012 Hyundai Accent [phill1] by backy

Jan 17, 2011 (6:32 pm)

Replying to: phill1 (Jan 17, 2011 4:27 pm)
I just hope that this unveiling in Montreal means that HMA will have the new Accent at upcoming auto shows including the Greater Twin Cities show in March, so I can check it out for myself (might be on a turntable and not sit-able, though).
 
It will be a couple of years before I need to buy another car, but so far the new Accent looks like one to have on my shopping list.

#30 of 223 boo hiss by carfreak09

Feb 02, 2011 (1:07 am)

I like the styling of the new Accent, but am severely disappointed that there is no 3 door. There is a large number of people who prefer the sportier looks of a 3 door and have absolutely no need of 4 doors. Hyundai is making a huge mistake here, especially when you look at how many 3 doors are on the road today compared to the 4 door. Take away rental sales and the 3 door far outsells the sedan. Hyundai, bring the 3 door!!!!! The Veloster is not an alternative because its way too expensive.

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