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Accent Engine, Transmission, & Fuel Economy
The Honda Fit, Ford Fiesta, and Mazda2 have, so far, dominated the subcompact class in the months and years since the release of each. But a new competitor has arrived and now threatens to blow all 3 out of the water. And probably will. The vehicle in question is the all-new 2012 Hyundai Accent, available in Cortlandt Manor, NY. And you can find this vehicle here at Curry Hyundai, serving Peekskill, Ossining, and greater Westchester County, NY. Available in GLS, GS, and SE trim levels and as either a 5-door hatchback or a 4-door sedan, the front-wheel drive 2012 Accent gets its power from the segment's only direct-injection engine, a 1.6-liter GDI inline-4-cylinder powertrain that features dual continuously variable valve timing (D-CVVT) on the intake and exhaust camshafts. This engine puts out best-in-class 138 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque.
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Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual transmission and a gate-type 6-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission with overdrive lock-up torque converter and an Active Eco button that ups fuel efficiency by up to 7% while conducting real-world driving. Inside the 2012 Accent, you will find no less than best-in-class cargo space with the rear seat up, beating out even the spacious Honda Fit. With its 90.1 cubic feet of overall passenger volume, the hatchback body style also tops the Mazda2 by 3.7 cubic feet and the Ford Fiesta by 5.7 cubic feet; the sedan has slightly less volume at 89.7 cubic feet, but very few would notice this size discrepancy of less than one inch. The Accent also features the longest wheelbase in this class at 101.2 inches, around 3 inches longer than the majority of its competitors.
Accent Standard Features and Optional Equipment
Transport longer items with the standard 60/40 split fold-down rear seatback, a feature that neither Toyota Yaris nor Nissan Versa offers standard. Smaller items have their place, too, thanks to features like an overhead sunglass storage, front map pockets with bottle holders, storage tray, dual front cup holders, front glove compartment, and a segment-first sliding armrest storage console. Steering-wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls allow you to activate the cruise control, turn up the audio system volume, and change the station all while keeping your eyes straight ahead and hands on the wheel. Plus, fumbling around for your cell phone is a thing of the past: With the Bluetooth hands-free phone system with voice recognition, you can make and take calls completely hands-free.
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Blare all your favorite tunes over the 172-watt 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system. Plug your iPod, music-loaded flash drive, or other music device into the iPod/USB and auxiliary input jacks and customize your music experience. Or you can opt to listen to hours of music, sports, news, talk, or entertainment courtesy of XM Satellite Radio. Other features/options include dual power side mirrors, front fog lights, rear spoiler, remote keyless entry with panic alert, cruise control, power windows, air conditioning, cloth door inserts, premium cloth seats, chrome inside door handles, piano black accents, body color outside door handles, and 16-inch 8-spoke alloy wheels with low rolling resistance silica tires.
Accent Safety Equipment
Accents come equipped with the only segment-standard four-wheel disc brakes; most of its rivals only come with rear drum brakes. Among all the other standard safety and security equipment are items such as Vehicle Stability Management (VSM), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), advanced dual front airbags with Occupant Classification System (OCS), front side-impact airbags, front/rear side air curtains, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Rear LATCH attachment system, rear child safety locks, Hillstart Assist Control (HAC), and adjustable head restraints on all seating positions (including active head restraints for the driver and front passenger).
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The subcompact class has gotten a whole lot bigger and better in recent years. The addition of the stylish, functional, and fuel-efficient 2012 Hyundai Accent only makes this segment even more desirable. If you are interested in purchasing or leasing a 2012 Hyundai Accent, available in Cortlandt Manor, NY at Curry Hyundai, simply drop by our dealership at 3026 East Main Street, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567 for a test drive or call our sales line at (888) 844-6241! We look forward to seeing our Peekskill, Ossining, and greater Westchester County, NY customers soon! | | |
