Hyundai Accent GLE - The Old Gold just got better

I have recently purchased a Hyundai Accent GLE post extensive research and consultation with several auto experts.

I have been a Hyundai customer for the last few years owning a Santro and now going for a bigger brother.

Coming to business, "the car has been around for a long time", I hear people comment and "its outdated technology" etc. But despite what one says, it can be summed up to say the car is tried and tested. Obviously the car is not going to have an engine that is 10 years old, with time the shell may remain the same, but technology upgrades it self. 

The car boasts of a 1.5 Ltr Engine with a state-of-the-art microprocessor that delivers precise fuel, high velocity air intake and exhaust ports, tumble airflow, dual intake valves, asymmetric rockers, harmonically balanced cranks and ignition spark timing. This engine also makes use of space-age plastics and lightweight aluminum. It also delivers 94 ps of power and 12.5 kgm of torque and can touch 170.

The car with its independent suspension is one of the smoothest I have driven. It feels really good even on very bumpy roads. You hardy feel the bumps or the speed breakers when you go over them. The breaks on the car are also excellent and are quite responsive.

With the Noise and Vibration dampening system, Hyundai has done a fantastic job in ensuring that the decibel levels within the car stays low. The fit and finish is very good.

The interiors feel rich and the faux wooden panel adds to the class. The cubby holes are apt and pockets on the door. Steering feels really smooth.

The 60:40 split folding rear is a great advantage, especially if you are travelling and need to reach for something from the boot w/o stopping and also more than doubling the boot space from 380 to almost 800+ by folding down both the rear seats.

For the price it is offered at, it is truly a great value for money.

There are a few drawbacks or shortcomings as well that Hyundai should have considered and that too being the only variant on offer. MP3 player and speakers should have been on offer for free, no vanity mirror, the glove box is a tad bit small, seat height adjustment should have been present, rear seat armrest should have been provided and most importantly no fog lights. These features mentioned here are by no means luxuries but basic necessities in a car and should be a standard fitment in this day and age.

The company is also offering good discounts on the model. As the car is only 250 KM's old, I am not posting an extensive review as of now, but I will post a detailed one in time pretty soon.

The Real Earth colour should be a colour of choice if you are looking for class, the white and silver is also good. The Black looks amazing except that blacks are harder to maintain.

Overall, the car is a really amazing toy that one can pick up for a good price. So if anyone is considering this car, close your eyes and go in for it.