The 2019 Hyundai Accent has a elevated safety risk profile with 1 recall campaigns and 29 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

21V6190002021-06-08

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."

A person inside the trunk compartment may become trapped, increasing their risk of injury.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 29 owners have filed complaints about the 2019 Hyundai Accent. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine14

02Air Bags3

03Unknown Or Other2

04Electrical System,vehicle Speed Control,engine1

05Vehicle Speed Control,engine1

29 total across 1 model years (2019–2019)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Hyundai Accent Fuel Economy

31–32mpg combined

28city

37-38hwy

$1,350-$1,400/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2019 Hyundai Accent returns 31–32 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

Accent - Automatic (S6)

32mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city38 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean

Accent - Manual 6-spd

31mpg

1.6L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

28 city37 hwy~$1,400/yr7/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2019 Hyundai Accent

30States

31%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 30 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

FLFlorida

6114%

TXTexas

4410%

CACalifornia

348%

DCWashington DC

256%

WAWashington

235%

MDMaryland

204%

NCNorth Carolina

184%

ILIllinois

153%

AZArizona

153%

OROregon

133%

OKOklahoma

133%

UTUtah

123%

PAPennsylvania

123%

NJNew Jersey

112%

NYNew York

112%

GAGeorgia

112%

MIMichigan

112%

INIndiana

102%

MO9

HI8

OH8

DE7

NH7

RI6

MA5

TN5

CT4

NV3

WI3

CO3

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2019.

Buying a 2019 Hyundai Accent?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2019 Hyundai Accent a good car to buy?

The 2019 Hyundai Accent has its strengths and its watch-outs. 1 recall has been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report engine as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2019 Hyundai Accent?

There are 1 documented recall for the 2019 Hyundai Accent. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2019 Hyundai Accent?

You'll get between 31 and 32 MPG combined from the 2019 Hyundai Accent, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2019 Hyundai Accent?

Out of 29 owner complaints, engine issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.