Hyundai Accent

The Accent is a mid-size sedan, and customers often look for a spacious cabin that is well-equipped with tech and connectivity. Hyundai, with the new Accent, seemed to have achieved mostly what the customer needs, with its roomy, elegant and tech-savvy cabin certainly standing out in the segment. There is a lot of attention to detail, keeping in mind the smallest aspects to provide a comfortable and practical experience tailored to Saudi Arabia’s driving needs.

Design

• The cabin comes with premium, soft-touch materials on the dashboard and door trims.
• While the interior is sleek, what makes it even more appealing is the minimalist design, uncluttered layout, and, along the way, provides comfortable space in both rows.
• Upholstery is offered in high-quality fabric or leather
• The 60:40 split-folding rear seats enhance multipurpose use by allowing expanded cargo space when needed.
• After spending time in the cockpit, we got a sense that the console is quite driver-centric, intuitive and user-friendly, with controls placed in the right places for easy access, making them convenient to operate. 
• The steering wheel is wrapped with leather and provided with all the controls for audio, calls, and driver aids, enhancing ease of use.

Driving Position

• The Accent, as we all know, is a compact sedan, and don’t expect a SUV-like stance, but surprisingly, the driving position is quite high for a sedan, and you feel at ease. 
• The driver’s seat has height adjustment to make it suitable for your own preference for a comfortable and commanding stance.
• A standard tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel means you get it positioned to that suits you, and so it improves control for manoeuvrability, be it packed city roads or highway cruising.
• Large windows and slim pillars provide excellent visibility, making parking and navigating tight city parking spots.

Passenger Comfort

• This sedan is also designed to offer utmost comfort to passengers, as there is a large section of buyers who use it as a family car. This is visible the moment you get into the rear seat, which is provided with automatic climate control and rear AC vents, to keep everyone at ease by cooling for all occupants, a must for Saudi Arabia’s hot climate.
• The Premium leather-trimmed seats are available on higher trims, which provide great comfort and luxury, especially during long trips.
• Since this is a spacious sedan, you noticed the rear passengers are provided with quite a generous legroom, knee room, shoulder and headroom for medium-sized adults, so a long journey won’t feel uncomfortable.
• To make life easier and convenient, features like power windows, auto-folding mirrors, and ventilated seats on select trims are provided. And so, the Accent turns out to be a sedan for both driver and passenger, both pampered quite well. 

Storage

• Space for passengers is abundant inside the cabin, but if that isn’t enough, the Accent also gets thoughtful storage space to keep your stuff. Starting from a cooled centre console compartment to keep drinks chilled during hot drives.
• Then the large glove box to keep a lot of stuff, and the door pockets allow for carrying larger size bottles of water and other beverages.
• There are multiple cup holders, and an overhead sunglasses holder enhances convenience for occupants..
• All of these smart storage features mean you don’t really have to feel hassled when it comes to carrying stuff around, and so highlight the practical aspect of this sedan
• With a larger size, the 475L trunk takes care of your daily luggage, groceries, or small suitcases.
• If you want more, then just fold the rear seat and get extra space for those long trips or occasional heavy stuff movements.
• Smart configurations feature a fixed boot, allowing cargo capacity with the car’s compact exterior dimensions.
• Given the use of the sedan for both personal and family needs, overall, Accent comes with large enough boot space for today’s city user needs, not a big worry on this front, which is a big comfort for buyers.

Hyundai’s commitment to safety shines through in the 2025 Accent, which comes equipped with a robust suite of standard and advanced safety features, making it a reliable choice for Saudi families.

Standard Safety Features

• It comes with standard 6 airbags for the driver, front passenger, side, and curtain airbags.
• Anti-Lock Braking System prevents wheel lockup during sudden braking.
• Brake Assist (BA) & Electronic Brake-force Distribution improve braking performance.
• Vehicle Stability Control maintains stability during sharp turns or slippery conditions.
• Front & Rear Parking Sensors help in navigating tight spaces.
• Rear View Camera for safe reversing and Central Locking & Child Safety Locks for security.
• ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors for securing and mounting for child seats.

Advanced Safety Features

The Accent also includes Hyundai’s SmartSense suite, offering:

• Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist by using radar to monitor blind spots and applies front braking to prevent unsafe lane changes.

• Forward Collision Assist alerts of any potential collisions with vehicles or pedestrians and automatically applies brakes if needed.

• Lane Following Assist allows the car to stay centred within the lane using a front camera monitoring lane markers.
• Lane Keeping Assist finds out unintentional lane departures, triggers warnings, and provides corrective steering to stay within the lane.
• Rear Occupant Alert reminds you of rear seat status with flashing icons and warning chimes when exiting the vehicle.

• Rear View Monitor uses an HD camera and graphic overlays to assist with safer parking and reversing.

One noticeable change of the 2025 Accent has to be its exterior, which actually transformed the car completely, the way it is a complete makeover. With the all-new design language, the sedan now appears to be a lot sleeker, highly contemporary, with bolder styling cues that quickly grab attention. All of this is achieved by Hyundai keeping the original charm of the Accent.

• Measuring 4535 mm in length, the Accent now looks a lot bigger at first glance, with 1765 mm in width, and 1475 mm in height, making it a sizable sedan with imposing road presence, and the wheelbase of 2670 mm gives quite a stability.

• The front of the Accent gets an attractive black chrome parametric grille, showcasing its sportiness with a modern appearance for a confident road presence.

• The newer LED headlamps are distinctive horizon LED lamps, a special horizontal lighting signature that makes the Accent stand out on the road, offering brighter illumination.

• The front lighting comprises LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and LED turn signal indicators, which help improve visibility and style, too. 
• The halogen lamps and bulb-type fender turn signals are offered as standard.
• We liked the redesigned front bumper, which is sharper and a lot better aerodynamics, providing this sedan an assertive edge, ideal for city as well as highway driving, which most of the buyers are going to use.
• Along with the front, the side profile also has gotten a lot of polish and glistening with flared fenders and body-colored outside mirrors, nicely blended turn signal indicators, which add style and safety. 

• The electrically adjustable, heated side mirrors with auto-folding functionality aim to provide convenience, most helpful at a time of a tight parking space. 

• The Hyundai Accent comes with 15-inch steel wheels with covers and 16-inch alloy wheels, paired with 185/65R15 or 205/55R16 tires for balanced performance, which is quite suitable for diverse road conditions in Saudi Arabia.

• At the rear, LED rear combination lamps with reflectors give the sedan an eye-catching, sporty finish, bolstered by bulb-type rear combination lamps on lower trims.
• A compact roof antenna ensures superior connectivity without blemishing the car’s sleek silhouette.
• You can buy the Hyundai Accent in many exterior colors, including Atlas White, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Titan Gray Metallic, Tellurian Brown Pearl, Fiery Red Pearl, Thunder Blue Metallic, Midnight Blue Pearl, and Abyss Black Pearl.

Hyundai offers the 2025 Accent in Saudi Arabia is offered with petrol and diesel engine options with both auto and manual gearboxes. And, we found both of them equally exciting in terms of power and performance, with enough capability for the size of this car. 

Additional powertrain features

• Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) comes with adaptive shift control technology with a chain-type belt for superior torque handling and efficiency.
• A 6-speed manual transmission is also offered for those drivers who prefer more control.
• Drive Mode Select offers Sport, Eco, and Normal modes to balance performance and fuel economy.
• Paddle shifters for sportier, manual-style gear changes with automatic transmissions.

Ride and Handling

• We drove this sedan across different terrains where average buyers would likely use it. This took us to mostly city, bumper-to-bumper traffic, congested lanes, highways, and some rough areas. We’re pleasantly surprised by the way the Accent drives.
• It is capable of handling everything thrown at it, especially the diverse road conditions in Saudi Arabia. Easy to navigate, the handling is pretty smooth, and the engine response has been up to the mark almost every time; never did we feel any dullness, and this is the biggest strength of the sedan.
• Available in two powertrains, both engines are well-refined and hardly create any trouble; in fact, they have been well-tuned with the best power and torque combinations. What you would also appreciate is the power and speed at will, without really compromising on fuel efficiency, so your average running cost isn’t brutal.
• The low centre of gravity improves road grip, while accurate steering increases your confidence in the car when cruising through challenging terrains.
• As one would expect, the Accent isn’t a truly sporty sedan, so you won’t feel that necessary kick, which is frankly fulfilled by a practical and engaging driving experience, making it a reliable choice for daily commutes and occasional highway journeys.

Hyundai has always been known to offer the most and best features in its cars across segments. The automaker learned the trick as to what customers want in their cars, and so always takes the lead in bringing new and innovative features in almost every new or facelifted car. The Accent is no different, and we found it is loaded with features that focus on driving ease, comfort, and connectivity.

• Power side mirrors with auto-folding and integrated turn signals
• Advanced LED headlamps and rear combination lamps

• Push-button start and keyless entry 

• High-resolution 10.25-inch digital dashboard

• Automatic dual-zone climate control with rear AC vents.

• 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 6-speaker audio, and multiple USB ports for seamless connectivity.
• Integrated display audio system and digital instrument cluster

• Wireless phone charger with front USB Type-C port for convenient device charging.
• Hands-free smart trunk release that automatically opens when the smart key is nearby.

• Heated and ventilated front seats with 3-stage control switches and indicator LEDs.
• Manual air conditioning system.

• Power sunroof for an airy and open cabin feel.
• Child anchor system for secure child seat installation.
• Slide console box for additional storage convenience.

In Saudi Arabia, the Hyundai Accent is available in four variants, each catering to different buyer needs.

Hyundai Accent 1.5 FLT

Priced at SAR 76,730, the base FLT variant is ideal for cost-conscious buyers. The powertrain is well-refined, but you don’t get some of the key features. However, cabin comfort, space, and driving assurance, along with standard features like a touchscreen, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors, and essential safety features like ABS and airbags, are included. Buyers entering the sedan or Hyundai brand for the first time will find a good starting point.

Hyundai Accent 1.5L Smart

The Smart variant steps up with added features like a rearview camera, fog lights, push-button start, and luxury fabric upholstery. With this particular variant, there is an attempt to offer a balance between affordability and enhanced features, making it suitable for city use.

Hyundai Accent 1.5L Comfort

Starting at SAR 87,885, the Comfort variant goes a little further with features like cruise control, a larger touchscreen, and alloy wheels. The interior gives luxurious vibes with leather accents, which will attract buyers looking for extra comfort and tech without stretching the budget too far.

Hyundai Accent 1.5L Premium

The top-spec Premium variant, at SAR 97,085, is loaded with a sunroof, 16-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, chrome accents, keyless entry, and ventilated seats for a touch of luxury. This variant is perfect for buyers who want a feature-packed, stylish sedan and don’t mind paying a premium to get the special experience and not miss out on anything.

Sayarabay Recommends: After driving and thoroughly reviewing it, we didn’t find anything missing or totally out of sync with the Accent. It is well-packaged with both petrol and diesel options and a highly enticing cabin with great features. So, looking at the prices of all the variants and what is on offer with each one of them, we have no issues recommending the Comfort segment, where you get almost everything, with the exception of the top-end badge, and avoid spending nearly SAR 10,000, which seems to be a sensible thing to do. With its 2025 updates, the Accent remains a compelling option for anyone seeking a worry-free, feature-rich sedan.

The Accent, for the most part, is a perfect city sedan, with the promise of greater fuel efficiency, practicality, and versatility clearly standing out. But that doesn’t mean you can’t drive on highways; it definitely performs awesomely with great aerodynamics and a noiseless cabin. This sedan suits those buyers who want an everyday companion for the city where comfort, safety, and features matter a lot, and Hyundai promises you all of it. The good part is the price as well; you don’t need to spend a lot to get a true luxury experience with the Accent. With a spacious boot, its overall compact size makes it a great choice for families too. Looking holistically at the price and features, the 2025 Hyundai Accent is the most tempting and attractive package in the mid-size sedan market for buyers in the Kingdom right now.

Other Cars to Consider

• Toyota Yaris is the most popular sedan in the segment by offering excellent reliability, fuel efficiency, and a spacious cabin.
• Kia Pegas is another option that comes at an affordable price point with a whole lot of features.
• Nissan Sunny, another lower profile sedan, which has a lot on offer, mainly a spacious cabin with overall superior built quality
• Honda City is a tried and tested sedan that is slightly premium but comes with a stylish design and a premium cabin with decent features.