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2020 Hyundai Accent
Sedan · 2015–2022
Trims and features
What changed for 2020
- Starting prices: +$300 to +$320 (3 trims; hover for each)
- Engine: Gamma 1.6L GDI DOHC → Smartstream 1.6L DPI 4-cylinder (all trims)
- Horsepower: 130 hp → 120 hp (all trims)
- Torque: 119 lb-ft → 113 lb-ft (all trims)
- Fuel economy (combined): 32 mpg → 36 mpg (all trims)
- Curb weight: 2,679 lb → 2,623 lb (SE, SEL)
2020 Accent trims
| Limited | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Starting MSRP | $19,400 | from $15,295 | $17,650 |
| Powertrain | |||
| Engine | Smartstream 1.6L DPI 4-cylinder | Smartstream 1.6L DPI 4-cylinder | Smartstream 1.6L DPI 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 120 hp | 120 hp | 120 hp |
| Torque | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft | 113 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) with SHIFTRONIC | IVT: Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) with SHIFTRONIC Manual: 6-Speed Manual | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) with SHIFTRONIC |
| Gears | — | IVT: — Manual: 6 | — |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | IVT / Manual | Fwd |
| Fuel economy (combined) | 36 mpg | IVT: 36 mpg Manual: 33 mpg | 36 mpg |
| Size and capability | |||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Trunk | 13.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in | 5.5 in | 5.5 in |
| Length | 172.6 in | 172.6 in | 172.6 in |
| Curb weight | 2,701 lb | IVT: 2,623 lb Manual: 2,502 lb | 2,623 lb |
| Tech | |||
| Touchscreen | 7 in | 5 in | 7 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wired | — | Wired |
| Android Auto | Wired | — | Wired |
| Digital gauge cluster | 3.5 in | — | — |
| Speakers | 6 | 4 | 6 |
| Driver assistance | |||
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | — | — |
| Comfort | |||
| Seats | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Heated seats | Front | — | — |
| Climate zones | 1 | — | — |
| Remote start | App-Based Remote Start | — | — |
| Exterior | |||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | — |
| Wheels | 17 in | 15 in | 15 in |
| Headlights | LED Reflector | — | — |
Packages and options (20)
| Limited | SE | SEL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Package $185 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Bumper Applique $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Mud Guards $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Hook $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $50 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $155 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dual USB Charger $70 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $30 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Cupholder Insert with Console Armrest $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Absolute Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Admiral Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Frost White | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Linen Beige | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Olympus Silver | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Pomegranate Red | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Urban Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Beige | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Third party, Oem brochure, Oem brochure, Oem press release, Oem press release, Oem press release, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Accent 2019–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | Optional | No | 2 | 17 |
| 2021 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | Optional | No | 4 | 16 |
| 2020 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | Optional | No | 4 | 12 |
| 2019 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 31 |
| 2018 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | Not Rated | Optional | No | 1 | 19 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 68 |
| 2017 | Hyundai Accent 5 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 61 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 101 |
| 2016 | Hyundai Accent 5 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 0 | 93 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 70 |
| 2015 | Hyundai Accent 5 5 HB FWD | 4 | No | No | 2 | 66 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Accent | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 36 |
| 2021 | Accent | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
33–36 |
| 2020 | Accent | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
33–36 |
| 2019 | Accent | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
31–32 |
| 2018 | Accent | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
31–32 |
| 2017 | Accent | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30–31 |
| 2016 | Accent | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30–31 |
| 2015 | Accent | Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L |
30–31 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.