The Hyundai Accent is a 4-door hatchback , sedan offered in 4dr Sdn Man GLS , 4dr Sdn Auto GLS , 5dr HB Man GS , 5dr HB Auto GS , 5dr HB Man SE and 5dr HB Auto SE . The powertrains include 1.6-liter 4 (138 hp) engines, and 6-speed automatic and 6-speed manual transmissions. It is Front wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 30 mpg city to 40 mpg highway. The Accent uses Regular fuel.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Suzuki SX4 , Nissan Versa Hatchback , Scion xD and Toyota Corolla .
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