2012 Hyundai Accent Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

28 City / 37 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

138

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Danny L

Sleek, sporty look, but with fine gas mileage.

It's been very reliable thus far, with only a few minor problems. Don't drive an excessive number of miles, but I live in the desert...hot and dusty, which takes a toll on cars. My only dislike might be that I wish it was a bit larger, but it's what I could afford for my most basic needs,

Andrea C

The car my future family will love.

The accent is an extremely reliable car. It has an ecoboost that saves tons of money. Living in the desert requires a/c and good gas mileage on the highway. Sometimes the tire pressure sensor acts up, but this could be due to extreme temperature changes in the desert. The technology is a little outdated, including only aux audio.

Natalie W

Reliable car gets great mileage.

My Hyundai accent is a great reliable car that has had little issues in 8 years despite being involved in a couple of accidents and having some long drives put on it. I love my car because it is small and compact, comfortable, and gets me where I need to go! I am very short and there are some considerable blind spots in my car, which is a bIg downside. Also, I do not have automatic locks which can get irritating at times. Otherwise, I love it!

Kathy V

Hyundai..The perfect family car.

Great gas mileage 35 mpg highway average. Lots of cargo space, even more if you fold down the back seats. A little low on legroom but still comfortable. Anti lock brakes. Handles poorly in winter but otherwise fine. Tremendous acceleration and incredible sound system.

William L

Great non expensive car for those looking for a nice compact vehicle.

My car gets good gas mileage and driving it is a smooth comfortable ride. The cabin is surprisingly roomy with cloth seats. I got the car with just three thousand miles on it and now I am almost to one hundred thousand and the ride is still smooth. It handles well both in the city and on freeways. Do not let the 4 liter engine fool you it has surprisingly good get up and go. Good controlled steering. The trunk is roomy plenty of space with foldable back seats providing even more room if you need it. I chose Goodyear all weather tires and they work well with this car. Very nice car speakers with middle console compartment and built in drink cup holders. Large glove compartment box and easy to use dashboard features. I have had the car about 6 years now and still runs quiet as mouse.

Ann D

Comfortable and great gas mileage.

Get great mileage. Comfortable on long distance driving. It is a basic model not many features. Easy maintenance. Has a lot of room in trunk and a room in the back for passenger when traveling on long distance driving. It get great gas mileage on a tank of gas.

Arturo lepe G

Hyundai accent 2012 review.

Gas saver, runs great, great stereo I got it three years ago and it is almost paid off it is a 2012 car never give any huge mechanic problems. So if you want a car that saves money on gas and mechanical this is the car you should buy. Hyundai are great cars and comfortable, I recommend them.

Ashley D

Interior of Hyundai accent.

I love this vehicle, I have had it for almost 4 years now and highly recommend it. I haven't had any major issues with it before. The only minor issues I have had are electrical issues inside the vehicle and the interior wears easily. I have had some of the silver pieces on the door handle peel off and some of my lights on the inside just do not work. Other than that, I highly recommend this car.

Negative Owner Reviews

Kimberly T

Avoid this company and their vehicles.

I wish I had not bought this car and will never purchase or drive a Hyundai again in the future. I bought a 2012 model in 2015 for 9000 dollars. Since then I have spent that same purchase price on repairs. Everything that can be replaced on this car has been to include a new transmission. I thought a foreign model would mean mechanical reliability; I previously owned Nissans and Jeeps and there were no major issues. This car has been an unreliable nightmare and everyday I fear it will break down once again. Something is obviously broken at Hyundai to put out such a poor mechanical excuse for a car and take advantage of people shopping for a foreign car because 'they last longer'. If Hyundai was ever an outstanding maker of cars, that is no longer the case. I wish I could get my money back. My next car will be a Nissan.

Miranda G

I wish I'd never bought this.

I hate this vehicle because it sits too low to the ground. For it to be a 2012-it looks old and there not many features at all. I used to have a 2007 and it came with XM Sirius... This one does not. The seats are cloth and seem to collect spots overnight.

Thomas B

If you would like to overtake a vehicle on the highway, you may have to turn off the air conditioning to allow the engine the gumption to pass. That is not even a joke.

It's a very slow, bland vehicle. It was bought pre-owned solely for the purpose of transportation. It's only redeeming qualities are low cost, fuel economy, and reliability.

Kimberly H

Hyundai sucks big time I hate this company I am going to Chevy.

Breaks have recalls Hyundai will not fix it the speakers went out 2 weeks after I got it they do not value their warranties.

Ryan H

Does not meet expectations.

I seriously loved this car when I first bought it. I chose it because I had heard that Hyundai had the best safety reviews, and since we had just delivered our first child, that was high on the priority list. But things have broken down quickly. Failed sensors, computer, etc, and the interior is falling apart.

Dustin C

Blue 2012 Hyundai accent.

Bumper falling off air conditioning went out 5 months after buying kept up with oil changes but still began making a ticking noise. This was a very inexpensive car brand new, but felt was poorly put together would not recommend this car to another person.

Sarah K

The vehicle is a small car so it's good for small people.

Small issues seem to keep popping up. There is currently a problem with the engine. The check engine light turns on every other week. Even though problems keep occurring it does not mess with day to day life. The car has been used to multiple 8 hour trips.

Rebecca H

I don't like the gas pedal. It's not very sensitive. The car sits too low to the ground and the front bumper gets stuck on parking stoppers. The gas mileage isn't as good as they said it was when we bought it.

The gas mileage is not up to par. The body is not very well made.

Hyundai Accent Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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138 HP 33-33 MPG 5 Seats

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2012 Hyundai Accent Owner Reviews

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317 Reviews

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Danielle M on June 25, 2021

Hyundai accent reliable vehicle worth looking into purchasing.

I have had little to no problems with this vehicle. I have had it for about 8 years and it still runs well. Had to replace the tires over those years and get oil changes obviously, and only recently had to repair something for the shocks and might need to have my brakes looked at, but to only have those minimal issues after 8 years of running smoothly I think is pretty good.

Courtney G on June 25, 2021

Looks compact but is very spacious.

I really like this vehicle. It is a hatchback which gives a ton of storage. It is great on gas mileage. It is equipped with Bluetooth and Sirius XM. Smooth ride. It looks. Compact but it is spacious. The dashboard tells any issues and everything is easy to access. The interior is nice and easy to clean.

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Pros from Owners

Pam F.

Pros: fuel efficient, perfect size for my small family, looks good, easy to drive around traffic and small enough to park with ease, it has been reliable with not major issues, Bluetooth to connect to your devices.

Robert E.

It is safe, it has great gas mileage, easy to steer, good brakes. It is great for long trips. It still has a CD player which is nice so I can listen to all my favorite albums. Even though it is a small car, there is still enough room in the back for bikes and skis.

Doc C.

This car is a good value for the price. There are no bells or whistles just reliable transportation. Compared to other models it is inexpensive but a decent car. Could be a good starter car for new drivers.

Miranda E.

This car has great fuel efficiently, it is small but spacious, it is great for kids, and I have had minimal issues in six years with it. The trunk is very spacious and I have never paid more than $25 to fill the gas tank when it is on empty.

Cons from Owners

Pam F.

The car is not that big so if you have a it family there are not enough seats for everyone. Some people told me it wasn't going to last because the brand is not that good (they were wrong), so the brand does not Look good To others.

Robert E.

It is difficult to drive in the snow. Have to spend extra on tires. Does not have the space of SUVs or trucks. I have had to spend quite a bit on repairs, even though I have got only around 90,000 miles on it.

Doc C.

Not much extra add on with this model, no fancy bells or whistles. If you really want all the new gadgets and technology, not the car for you. Not great pickup and sometimes driving is not that smooth.

Miranda E.

The cons of my model is that it is basic, no cruise control or heated side mirrors. Adjusting the seats is a manual lever. The iPod adapter has never worked. I never to fix the automatic start and auto truck pop.

Ranks #29 Small Cars by Owners

The 2012 Hyundai Accent has an average owner rating of 4.02 out of 5 which ranks it #29 of 36 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #5 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2012 Hyundai Accent has a combined MPG of 39 which ranks it #5 of 36 other Small Cars.

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Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent A Good Car?

Yes, ld buy another one. Great value. Comfortable ride. Awesome gas mileage. Lots of trunk space. Low maintenance.

Kathy S.

Yes it is a nice car to scoot around the city with; good on gas and convenience. Quite small so not going to carry many persons or stuff.

Judith H.

Yes I like it. It is a great car and I have had it for almost 10 years. It has been fun to drive and good on gas.

Lauren T.

It is the best car I have ever had! I will definitely be purchasing another Hyundai in the future, I love the gas mileage, how safe it is, overall it is an amazing car!

Jessie J.

Yes it is a good vehicle. It has good gas mileage and has good features it has power steering windows locks

Carlie S.

Yes, it is very good on gas and it has enough room for my pets etc. It's easy to maintain. The trunk space is plenty of room to fit my groceries or to carry just about everything

Mary B.

Yes, it drives well and feels well built and sturdy. It makes for a comfortable commute and does well in all types of weather.

Michelle H.

Yes, because it is reliable, good on gas, and stylish. The car also runs smoothly and drives well for long distances. It also has a Bluetooth for talking on the phone and USB port for playing music.... Read More

Kenneth A.

How Reliable Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent?

Very reliable in three years of ownership we've only had to replace tires, wiper blades and filters.

Kathy S.

Seems to be reliable. Have not had any major issues but would not expect to as it is not that old. Hope I didn't jinx it!

Judith H.

Yes it is. I haven't had any major issues with the car the time I have had it. The issues has been relatively feasible.

Lauren T.

Very reliable, mine has quite a bit of miles and runs excellent still! I have never had any problems with it.

Jessie J.

It is reliable and if purchased with a warranty it is great because it will all be covered by warranty if it has any problems

Wilma S.

Yes it is very Reliable. I trust driving that car anywhere, the dash area has an information screen. It tells you when your tires Are low on air and if it needs maintenance

Katherine R.

It is reliable, however does take a few seconds to excel. It also isn't comfortable for passengers in the back seat- there are no cup holders.

Andrea W.

Yes the car seems reliable. I only had to replace the serpentine belt so far. I haven't had any other problems yet.

Jeanne M.

Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent A Good Value?

12000 certified used. An excellent value. The 32 mpg and low maintenance costs are the two main factors.

Kathy S.

Do not remember but it is probably an okay price for what you get. Nothing fancy; just convenient. Gets you from place to place.

Judith H.

It was about $15000. I would say that is a good price for the car that it is. It is a good value because it is a great car for a low price.

Lauren T.

I paid $4000 for mine used. I paid under value and it was so worth it, I would pay full price for a new one.

Jessie J.

I only paid 6500 for mine. With the extended warranty, I paid a little over 10,000. It is great on gas, and it has a lot of room. I love the car, great value.

Kate B.

I bought my car used for $8500. It was a good price for what I needed and has been maintained with little extra cost.

Jerry S.

Right now it is a good value to buy it used for around 7,000. I received a good deal on mine from a dealership and it came certified.

Kevin M.

I paid around fifteen thousand and it doesn't cost a lot to maintain, but I haven't had a major problem with it that I needed to repair.

Anna P.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2012 Hyundai Accent transmission fluid type?

Answer: The recommended automatic transmission fluid on the 2012 HyundaiAccent is MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV NOCA ATF SP-IV, or Hyundai genuine ATF SP-IV. If You don't want to purchase these products or if they...

What's the 2012 Hyundai Accent mass air flow sensor location?

Answer: The 2012 HyundaiAccent does not have a mass air flow (MAF) sensor. Instead, You'll find a manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor. These perform generally the same function during the normal operation of the...

What's the 2012 Hyundai Accent life expectancy?

Answer: The estimated lifespan for a 2012 HyundaiAccent is somewhere in the 300,000 mile range. You may get lucky and keep Your running longer than that or Yours may die in half that time. The life expectancy is mostly...

What's the 2012 Hyundai Accent idle air control valve location?

Answer: The idle air control valve for a 2012 HyundaiAccent is going to be located on the throttle body of the engine. You're going to need to remove the cover in order to see this area. A replacement valve will cost...

What's the 2012 Hyundai Accent camshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The 2012 HyundaiAccent camshaft position sensor location is different on different makes and models, however, it will always be near the crankshaft itself. If You need to replace the sensor then it will cost...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2012 Hyundai Accent Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

Negative Owner Reviews

Hyundai Accent Models

2012 Hyundai Accent Owner Reviews

Pros from Owners

Cons from Owners

Ranks #29 Small Cars by Owners

Ranks #5 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent?

Is The 2012 Hyundai Accent A Good Value?

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