Hyundai ACCENT vs. Hyundai ELANTRA
When comparing the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ACCENT has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. The Hyundai ELANTRA has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai ACCENT's and the Hyundai ELANTRA's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai ELANTRA is a better car than the Hyundai ACCENT.
Hyundai ACCENT vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Pricing
A used 2022 Hyundai ACCENT ranges from $16,888 to $22,891 while a used 2024 Hyundai ELANTRA is priced between $22,777 to $28,460.
Hyundai ACCENT vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai ACCENT loses 40.6 percent of its value and the Hyundai ELANTRA loses 41.1 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai ACCENT retains 0.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai ELANTRA.
Hyundai ACCENT vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 7.9 out of 10 while the Hyundai ELANTRA's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai ACCENT being ranked 19 out of 43 Best Small Cars and the Hyundai ELANTRA being ranked 17 out of 43.
Hyundai ACCENT vs. Hyundai ELANTRA Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai ACCENT is 7.7 out of 10. For the Hyundai ELANTRA the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai ELANTRA a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Hyundai ACCENT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai ACCENT’s base engine makes 120 horsepower, and the Hyundai ELANTRA base engine makes 147 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai ELANTRA, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Hyundai ACCENT and Hyundai ELANTRA are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai ELANTRA has higher safety ratings than the Hyundai ACCENT, with an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16888 - 22891
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406343
Pricing
New Asking Price:
22949 - 28585
Used Asking Price:
22777 - 28460
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.411314
Hyundai ACCENT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.860377 / 10
Reliability:
7.681131 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Hyundai ELANTRA Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.121713 / 10
Reliability:
7.82514 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Hyundai ACCENT Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
6 out of / 17Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
16 out of / 43Ranking
19 out of / 43Ranking
20 out of / 43Ranking
25 out of / 43Ranking
34 out of / 43Hyundai ELANTRA Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 43Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
12 out of / 43Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 43Ranking
28 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Hyundai ACCENT Trim Levels
Limited, SE, SEL
Hyundai ELANTRA Trim Levels
Limited, N Line, SE, SEL
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.64 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
120 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
113 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
132 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 41 / 36
Range (city/hwy):
393 / 488 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
14.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2679 lbs
Width:
68.1 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
172.6 inches
Wheelbase:
101.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2725 lbs
Width:
71.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
184.1 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P185/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
195/65R15