Especificaciones y análisis del Hyundai Accent
Power
84HP
Torque
117Nm
Consumption
6.2l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
12.5s
Top Speed
173km/h
Weight
995kg
Price
9,863€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
375 L
45 L
62 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Hyundai Accent 4p 1.3i GL · 84 CV (2003-2006)
General description
The 2003 Hyundai Accent is a journey to an era where simplicity and reliability were the highest aspirations for a family car. This four-door sedan, with its modest 84-horsepower 1.3i engine, did not seek to dazzle, but to become another member of the family, a loyal daily companion that promised to get you to your destination without complications and with a mechanical honesty that we miss today.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Accent is to rediscover the pleasure of pure, unfiltered driving. Every shift of its 5-speed manual gearbox feels direct, connecting you with a simple but willing mechanic. Its 84 horsepower moves the car with surprising ease thanks to its low weight, and although its acceleration won't pin you to the seat, the feeling of control is total. It's a car that talks to you, that conveys what's happening on the asphalt through steering and suspension that prioritize comfort over sportiness, making every journey a calm and predictable experience.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a faithful reflection of the principles of the 2000s: soft, functional, and unpretentious shapes. There are no aggressive tension lines or superfluous details, just a well-proportioned body that maximizes interior space and offers a practical 375-liter trunk. Inside, the story repeats itself with a cabin designed to last. The plastics are robust, and the controls are exactly where you expect to find them. It is a design that has aged with the dignity of what was created to be useful above all else.
Technology and features
The Accent's technology is that of effective simplicity. Its heart is an indirect injection engine with an iron block, a bomb-proof configuration designed to last for thousands of kilometers with minimal maintenance. It lacks modern electronic aids, which for many is an advantage, offering a more authentic driving experience. Its equipment was just what was necessary for the time, focused on functionality and not on entertainment, reminding us that the best technology is sometimes the one that doesn't fail.
Competition
In its time, the Accent faced giants of the budget sedan segment such as the SEAT Córdoba, the Renault Clio Symbol, or the Fiat Siena. They were cars that fought to offer maximum space and reliability at the lowest possible price. Against them, the Hyundai Accent played the card of exceptional mechanical robustness and a quality-price ratio that was beginning to forge the Korean brand's reputation as a manufacturer that could be fully trusted.
Conclusion
The Hyundai Accent 1.3i GL is not just a used car; it is a piece of automotive history that represents the essence of accessible and reliable mobility. It is the choice of the heart for those who value durability over performance and simplicity over opulence. A vehicle that more than fulfilled its promise of being an honest and economical transport, leaving an indelible mark on all those who were lucky enough to call it 'their car'.