Evasive manoeuvres!
Brake performance offers redemption. In an emergency stop test, the Accent ditched its forward velocity with more urgency and less drama than your writer expected. The pads bite down at the first touch on the pedal, modulation is easy, and the whole system feels precise and eager to scrub off speed.
Standard stability control helped keep the Accent tidily in line during a simulated 'oh-my-God-a-freaking-moose!!' test at speed. Full braking and a quick dip into the oncoming lane and back saw the tester stay on course and in shape, with no tail-sliding or drama.
Performance from the brakes and stability control systems add some real-world confidence for evading dangerous situations.
Gripes
Complaints? The stereo screen readout is very blue and good-looking, except at night. After dark, it's overwhelmingly bright, even with the dash lights fully dimmed. You'll probably switch it off.
Additionally, headlight performance is adequate at best, with light dispersion that's scattered and patchy. Oh, and there's no trunk release on the trunk lid or remote, which is a bit of a pain.
Ultimately though, it's the surprising refinement, space and styling that will impress shoppers the most on a test drive of the 2012 Accent - as well as a dose of healthy performance and driving confidence. As tested, our Accent GL tester is priced at $16,199. Don't miss this one if you're in the market.
Brake performance offers redemption. In an emergency stop test, the Accent ditched its forward velocity with more urgency and less drama than your writer expected. The pads bite down at the first touch on the pedal, modulation is easy, and the whole system feels precise and eager to scrub off speed.
Standard stability control helped keep the Accent tidily in line during a simulated 'oh-my-God-a-freaking-moose!!' test at speed. Full braking and a quick dip into the oncoming lane and back saw the tester stay on course and in shape, with no tail-sliding or drama.
Performance from the brakes and stability control systems add some real-world confidence for evading dangerous situations.
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| As tested, our Accent GL tester is priced at $16,199. Don't miss this one if you're in the market. (Photo: Justin Pritchard - Chris Koski/Auto123.com) |
Gripes
Complaints? The stereo screen readout is very blue and good-looking, except at night. After dark, it's overwhelmingly bright, even with the dash lights fully dimmed. You'll probably switch it off.
Additionally, headlight performance is adequate at best, with light dispersion that's scattered and patchy. Oh, and there's no trunk release on the trunk lid or remote, which is a bit of a pain.
Ultimately though, it's the surprising refinement, space and styling that will impress shoppers the most on a test drive of the 2012 Accent - as well as a dose of healthy performance and driving confidence. As tested, our Accent GL tester is priced at $16,199. Don't miss this one if you're in the market.
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