Overview & Reviews

Side-impact airbags are now standard equipment on all models. A GT version of the hatchback is now available that adds performance features like a sport-tuned suspension and larger wheels and tires.

• Excellent warranty, low price, nicely appointed interior, solid build quality, smooth ride.

User Reviews:

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  Great economy car - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By Stew - November 2 - 4:30 pm

  I bought my 04 Accent because I needed a very fuel efficient car. I bought it with 55K miles on it and have had very little problems with it, I replaced the timing belt myself at 60K miles per the maintenance schedule, the upstream O2 sensor went bad so I replaced that myself, and have been doing regular oil/filter changes. The airbag light did go on, took it to the dealer for a diagnostic but havent had it repaired yet. Its a 5-speed and I average between 42 and 43 MPG with 75% freeway driving. I bought this car because I needed a fuel efficient commuter car to rack up a bunch of miles and its fit the bill very well.

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  Very good car - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By Dan-R - August 20 - 6:43 pm

  This is an absolutely wonderful small car. I use it to go to work everyday. Very very reliable. I am hitting around 35mpg on highway. I have never spent any money to fix anything (there werent many) yet. Hyundai honors their warranty very well.

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  gotta love a lemon - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By debm - June 8 - 10:32 am

  All Ive ever heard was how great these cars are. Once you buy one youll never buy anything else. Ive had nothing but little issues with her since I bought her. But theyve been constant. The horn stopped working. The left blinker doesnt go off by itself. It has an intermittent ignition issue (hesitates badly only a few days out of the moth and then shes fine). The list goes on. And just recently I realized I was filling my gas tank up way to often. So I clocked it. Im only getting 20 miles per gallon! How is that possible?

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  75,000 miles and no problems - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By NikoinCA - May 20 - 4:09 am

  I just hit the 75,000 mile mark and havent had a single problem. I quite literally just change the oil, havent had to do a single thing except normal routine maintenance like new transmission fluid and timing belt. Highway mileage is great, I average about 33. City mileage is pretty bad, I average about 20. The cars look is pretty bland and the resale value is laughable. But if your thinking about buying this car and you can find it for under 45,000 miles and under 7 thousand bucks I highly recommend it.

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  Best bang for your buck - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By EPowers - December 16 - 10:06 pm

  This is my second car, my first being a 1996 Saab 900SE Convert. I got the Accent because though the Saab was great in the snow and on gas, the cost to repair it was crazy so was the time it took. The Accent doesnt have these problems at all! Still good in snow and on gas! It doesnt have the turbo the saab did but it still has plenty of punch being almost 1000 lbs lighter. Best $4000 I ever spent (yep, thats right, 4K).

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  04 Accent review - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By Cyril - December 1 - 7:30 pm

  Too small. Interior is cramped. Ignition key is hard to insert. Engine is great on performance for its size but is too noisy. It can handle interstate speeds without any problem. 4 speed auto transmission performs very well. Handles great and is easy to manuver. Steering is very precise.

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  great little car - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By mitch - January 22 - 11:52 am

  2 dr gt hatchback, auto. 53k on the car, only 1 minor problem covered under warranty (rear windshield wiper wouldnt turn off). gas mileage could be better, but is acceptable on the automatic. VERY versatile, i had a 7 foot christmas tree inside the car (with the trunk door closed). very comfortable, love the lumbar on the drivers seat. drives very well, corners are fun with the sport tuned suspension. turning diameter is great, about 32 ft. engine noise is pronounced, but its ok on the highway. bought it brand new (GT trim & power package) for 11,262 OTD. GREAT car, will definitely buy another hyundai.

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  I HATE this car - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By Jon - December 13 - 4:07 pm

  My car only has 20000 miles on it and it has spent more than 3 months in the shop in 2 years. I have had to pretty much replace every origional part. I strogly advise not to buy this car. My family owns 3 and every one of them has had major problems from replacing the transmission to the entire break system. I even had to replace a bad battery. These cars truly are junk!

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  Great inexpensive car - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By Howie - October 17 - 5:57 pm

  Got my 04 Accent 5spd at used dealership tent sale a couple months ago. It had 4975 miles total and I got it for $6500 plus tax...around $7200 OTD! How can you beat that for a car that was practically NEW w/a great warranty? I ride my motorcycle 90% of the time out here in CA but needed an inxpensive reliable car for errands, taking the dog to the park..etc. This car so far has been excellent...no frills....am/fm cassette only but has A/C. Good on gas and drives really nice for a little car. 5spd is actually kinda peppy. Can ride 80mph w/out much problem. Styling is nice. Buy one used...they can be had for MUCH under msrp....almost 1/2 with low miles. Very happy w/the Accent!

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  Good car for the money - 2004 Hyundai Accent
  By chrisclocher - January 11 - 11:09 am

  I would recommend this car to anyone looking for cheap transportation. I have not had any trouble with this car since the day I bought it. I would like to see Hyundai add more insulation though because the ride can get a little noisy without the radio on.