We purchased the 2005 model with 70k on the clock in 2009. For a small car, it is reasonably spacious inside, with good boot room and handy to park. The interior is of reasonable quality, with a functional instrument cluster. The car however was marred by little issues, gearbox (auto), some electrical and handling. Overall, while the quality is significantly better than the earlier Excels, there is still some way to go. We found the engine while capable for a 1.6L needed more refinement as it was quite noisy and harsh, and struggled a little up some hills.
Good boot size, easy to drive
Poor refinement, niggling issues

I have just traded in my 3 door 2006 Hyundai Accent hatch for a 5 door 2012 Hyundai Accent hatch. I loved my little Hyundai Accent so much that when it came to upgrading my car due to having a baby and needing 4 doors I didn't hesitate to check out the new Accent. Hyundai advertise the i30 so much that it seems that the Accent isn't made anymore but checking the web site you can find all the information you need. The new shape is great and I think it is the best looking hatch out there. Great features including integrated bluetooth and as always amazing space inside the cabin and hatch area.
Great space inside, looks great on the outside.

I had a 2005 Hyundai Accent 3 door. It had numerous mechanical problems. (7 years old) It was reliable when I first purchased it. (May it had been neglected by previous owner hence the mechanical issues). Cheap to run. $45 would usually fill the car from empty. KM range per tank 450 on average. Inside basic,also small. But has a HUGE boot. Dont think it would make an ideal family car. Perhaps a good first car though.
Cheap to run, easy to park.
Not the best looking car about.

I bought this hatch in February, and I chose the 6speed manual diesel. The car has all the safety features, ie 6 airbags, anti skid, stability control, you name it. I absolutely love this thing, it's really quick (quicker than the petrol due to the 1.6l diesel being turbo charged) and the fuel economy unreal. The car averages about 4.8l per 100km, so I usually fill up when the fuel light comes on when I have 100km left, which means roughly 620km out of 35 litres. I had a barina before this, and my accent gets 150km more out of the same amount of fuel.
The car has an eco mode, and it even suggests what gear it would like you to be in to save fuel.
Fuel economy, quickness, safety
Rear visibility

I just sold my 2007 model hundai accent and I currently regret this decision.. Its a great little car, always reliable never misses a beat, no maintenance needed, has great accessories, economical on petrol, still zippy enough to get around town and small enough to fit into small parking spots, it is comfy and has a spacious boot, and best of all it feels great to drive. oh, and I love the stereo controllers in the steering wheel. My car was black with dark tinting and looked very stylish. I would definitely recommend purchasing a hyundai accent especially for a first car or a family car.
Great little car
interior colours

Beautiful car! definatly consider getting another one, Extreamly economical. I feel the car has great handling and its realy smooth on the road! I love it!!
have a 2006 sedan and love it. great shape, modern. Love all the standard features that no other make offers. You must take one for a spin!!
Finding it hard to find a body kit/ spoilers

Had a 2001 Accent GL 5 door hatchback. Purchased 2nd hand in 2008 for $10K and sold it in 2012 for $2.5K. Had it serviced regulary but had a never ending list of faults, especially electrical. Got to the point where often would not start because immoblizer would not recognise key and then if it did start, would often stall without warning. Interior of car looked and felt very cheap and nasty, poor quality plastics, in one word if you are looking at one of these, LOOK ELSEWHERE
When I got rid of it
Electrical faults galore

Good little car as a runabout which is what we use it for - very economical but not a very smooth car (manual) and not very good suspension. Very economical on petrol though.
very economical to run, air cond it really good
My model 2001 seems really bumpy on the road and also the gear box is not very smooth -quite jerky going from 1st to 2nd and when the aircond is on it has absolutely no power to get moving if stopped at traffic lights

For the price of the car, the value for money is fantastic. I used to have an Excel which I thought was pretty zippy, but this one is fantastic. The gear change is smooth, the air conditioning is powerful and the overall drive is impressive.
The value and features you would expect from a more expensive car: i.e. power windows, good airconditioning, smooth gear changing, nice interior, large boot.
May be a bit too small for those tall people!

Great small car for single parent families like mine!! Definately worth the money so far. My old car cast me $3000 in 14 months to fix!! Hopefully won't have problems like that as I still have 3 years left of the new care warranty ( I have a 2002 model)
nice compact car with plenty of room. Good on petrol and have owned car for 2 months now. Good Air con and CD player. Love my new car
It is a small car so you have to be aware when driving that you are suitably visible but have had no problems.

A car without the quirks people hate. If you want a vehicle that wont let you down (Provided you keep up the services) is comfortable inside, has deceptively large boot space and drives smoothly in all conditions, then this would explain why Hyundai is on top of the list when it comes to small car safety, value and performance. A great first `real` car and one the will cover the basics but will unlikely cost you in worn parts prematurely. If your thinking about it, then do it.
Completely reliable, Small car with excellent interior space, Easy maneuverability
Changing the light, indicators can be a challenge at first

good car great value for your money awesome best little car their is
good features great gear changes nice turning
blind spots and not enough leg room