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For The Accent is cheap to buy and well equipped. All models are tough and practical
Against It's noisy, and handling is poor. Good used Accents are thin on the ground
Verdict
Other than its sheer low cost, the Accent has little on its side
Go for… 1.6 CDXi
Avoid… 1.5 CRTD GSi
- 1. The Accent is cheap to buy after a couple of years, thanks to scary depreciation from new
- 2. Engine faults are rare, although gearbox problems plague older models from 2000-2002
- 3. Remember that skipped servicing intervals invalidate that five-year warranty, so always check a car's logbook
- 4. Axles and suspension are the second most common fault in Accents
- 5. The cooling and heating system can give trouble, so check them out thoroughly before you buy
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