2012 Hyundai Accent Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 2012 Hyundai Accent, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Front Wheel
Production Years for Series :	2012 -
Price :	MSRP: $12,445-16,795 Invoice: $12,149-16,303
Weight :	2588 lbs \| 1173.897 kg
MPG City :	30
MPG Highway :	40
Combined MPG :	34.00
Introduced At :	2011 New York International Auto Show

Engine & Transmission

Inline 4 \| Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing
Displacement :	1600 cc \| 97.6 cu in. \| 1.6 L.
Power :	138 HP (101.568 KW) @ 6300 RPM
Torque :	123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 4850 RPM
Bore :	77.0 mm \| 3.031 in.
Stroke :	85.4 mm \| 3.362 in.
Compression :	11.0:1
Valvetrain :	16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder)
Construction :	Aluminum block and head

Transmission:
6 Manual M6CF1

Handling

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign ID	23V651000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Sonata Hybrid, 2012-2015 Accent, Azera, Veloster, 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe, Santa Fe, 2014-2015 Equus, 2010-2012 Veracruz, 2010-2013 Tucson, 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell, and 2013 Santa Fe Sport vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) module may leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving.
Consequence	An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy	Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the ABS fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 1, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available beginning April 10, 2024. Please see the attached document titled 'Updated Estimated Owner Notification Dates By Model' for more remedy launch information. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 251.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Component	EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Manufacturer	Hyundai Motor America
NHTSA Campaign ID	20V393000
Summary	Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Hyundai Elantra and Sonata Hybrid, 2012 Accent and Veloster vehicles. The 12V accessory socket outlet may have been over-tightened during installation, possibly disabling the thermal fuse and allowing the outlet to overheat with prolonged use, such as by using the Tire Mobility Kit air compressor to inflate a tire.
Consequence	An overheated accessory outlet increases the risk of fire.
Remedy	Hyundai will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Tire Mobility Kit accessory outlet plug with a direct-to-battery connection wire harness kit, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2020. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 193.
Notes	Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

2012 Averages

Avg. Home :	$263,200
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$3.55
Total Car Production :	10,335,765

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2012 Hyundai Accent? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent has a wheelbase size of 101.20 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 2012 Hyundai Accent? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent has a length of 162.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 2012 Hyundai Accent? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent has a width of 66.90 inches.

Q: How much headroom does the 2012 Hyundai Accent have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent has 39.90 inches of headroom.

Q: How much legroom does the 2012 Hyundai Accent have?A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent has legroom of 41.80 inches.

Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2012 Hyundai Accent? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent was a Hatchback Sedan.

Q: How much did the 2012 Hyundai Accent cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent had an MSRP of $12,445 - $$16,795 (USD).

Q: What engine did the 2012 Hyundai Accent have? A: The engine powering the 2012 Hyundai Accent was a Inline 4 (1600 cc | 97.6 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 138 HP (101.568 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 4850 RPM.

Q: What transmission did the 2012 Hyundai Accent have? A: The 2012 Hyundai Accent had a 6 speed Manual M6CF1 gearbox.