IX ’94: the new Accent model – generally upgraded Pony; VII ’97: face lifting; ’99: another body modification; 2000: changed bodywork, minor improvements to technical components.
► Technical data
bodies: hatchb.: 3- and 5-door: dim. 4103/1620/1394 mm, poj. trunk 345 l; since: length. 4- door. 4117 mm, poj. trunk 305 l. Motors: gasoline, 4-cyl., multi-point fuel injection: 1.3 12V / 60, 75 the 84 KM, 1.5 12V / 90, 1.5 16V/99 KM.
Chassis: front axle drive, 5-speed gearbox. manual, 4-run. automatic; independent suspension, front of the McPherson strut, rear rocker system.
► Faults
• zużycie sprzęgła
• failures of wiper motors
• battery defects
• low durability of wiper blades
• leaking radiator hoses
• immobilizer faults
Parts prices in PLN
reflector 520
front fender 433
complete clutch 620
brake pads (front) 162
front door glass 340
timing drive 260
Hyundai Accent 1.5, 1996 r.
► Summary
Accent was one of the best-selling models of the Korean concern. It was a pretty car, modern style. The engines are famous for their relatively high power, which results in good performance, going hand in hand with decent combustion. Average unreliability and part pricing.
Good driving characteristics. Long braking distances. Little space in the rear