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2017 Hyundai Accent Value Edition Sedan

The 2017 Hyundai Accent Value Edition Sedan is a 138-hp 1.6-liter inline-4 sedan with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $16,450 MSRP and is rated at 30 mpg combined.

It makes 138 horsepower at 6,300 rpm and 123 lb-ft of torque at 4850 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 36 mpg highway (30 mpg combined).

The Accent measures 172.0 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,456 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$16,450
MSRP with Destination$17,335
Destination Charge$885
Engine
Engine Type1.6L Gamma GDI DOHC 16-valve inline-4, aluminum block and head
Displacement1.6 L
Horsepower138 hp @ 6,300 rpm
Torque123 lb-ft @ 4850 rpm
Injection TypeGasoline Direct Injection (GDI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission6-speed automatic
Fuel Economy
City26 MPG
Highway36 MPG
Combined30 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity11.4 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16-in. aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear16-in. aluminum alloy
Tires FrontP195/50R16 H
Tires RearP195/50R16 H
Dimensions & Weight
Length172 in
Width66.9 in
Height57.1 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Front Track58.6 in
Rear Track58.8 in
Ground Clearance5.5 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft³
Curb Weight2,456 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.9 in
Headroom Rear37.2 in
Legroom Front41.8 in
Legroom Rear33.3 in
Shoulder Room Front53.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.4 in
Hip Room Front51.3 in
Hip Room Rear47.2 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (12.4 % risk)
Tested variant: 2017 Hyundai Accent 4 DR FWD

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT.

68 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT

Owner Complaints

68 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Hyundai ACCENT (9 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine23
Air Bags21
Unknown Or Other16
Electrical System9
Power Train6
Service Brakes5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 17, 2026 · Engine
“I have replaced the GDI engine on the 2017 Hyundai Accent once. I have also had the catalytic converter replaced 3x. The car lunges as if there will be another catalytic converter issue soon. Hyuandi…”
Jun 2, 2026 · Air Bags Crash
“While traveling on a public roadway under wet conditions, the vehicle was unable to stop within a safe distance despite brake application, resulting in a rear-end collision with the vehicle ahead. The…”
Mar 4, 2026 · Air Bags, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“I have had this vehicle for 5 years and even replaced the engine in this vehicle for it to end up with the same issue. I take very good care of it and get its maintenance done. But the car is slow to…”
Jan 28, 2026 · Electrical System
“Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase…”
Dec 9, 2025 · Unknown Or Other, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“For the past year I keep having to replace the catalytic converter, ignition coils and spark plugs every 2/3months. I just replaced the catalytic converter in October with a tune up. A month later had…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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