2012 Hyundai Accent five-door Photos, engines & full specs

Hyundai built the Accent with a five-door version ever since its first generation, so it continued that on other generations as well, including the fourth one that was introduced in 2011 for the 2012 model-year.

While its sedan sibling was designed mostly for fleet operators, the five-door hatchback version targeted younger customers who didn't need a big trunk in the back and were more interested to park it easier in a college parking lot. In addition, the Accent's running costs were minimal, and those who went for the least expensive version could even get it with a six-speed manual.

Hyundai's design team tried to make the car look sporty. Thus, the front fascia featured a broad hexagonal grille at the front, interrupted by the area for the license plate. On the lower bumper, depending on the options, customers could get a pair of fog lamps mounted on the sides or just some fake scoops. The base trim level sat on a set of 14" steel wheels, but the other two grades available boasted 16" alloy ones.

Inside, the automaker offered a minimal level of comfort that featured power windows and locks, a decent sound system, and cloth upholstery. Still, while the front occupants could enjoy enough legroom and headroom, the rear-seated ones felt cramped and were most suitable for two adults. To increase the trunk space, Hyundai equipped the Accent with a split-folding bench seat in the back.

Depending on the market and trims, the Accent came fitted with either a 1.6-liter gasoline direct-injected system or a few turbo-diesel options. Moreover, customers could get the car with either a five- or six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic.