2004 Hyundai Accent problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2004 Hyundai Accent get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2004 Hyundai Accent at about 27 mpg combined (24 city / 32 highway).

Q: How much is a 2004 Hyundai Accent worth?

Comparable 2004 Hyundai Accent listings run roughly $600–$2,200, typically around $1,468 (from 25 vehicles).

2004 Hyundai Accent at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints33

Combined27 mpg

Typical price$1,468

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2004 Hyundai Accent recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2004 Hyundai Accent.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2004 Hyundai Accent common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Visibility

Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.

Vehicle Speed Control

Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2004 Hyundai Accent MPG & running costs

Combined27 mpg

City24 mpg

Highway32 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,300

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2004 Hyundai Accent worth?

Low

$600

Typical price

$1,468

High

$2,200

From 25 comparable 2004 Hyundai Accent listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2004 Hyundai Accent costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,500

Depreciation (5 yrs)$800

Total$12,300

Per mile$0.16

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($1,468) with the same model 4 model-years older ($830), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.