Hyundai Accent 2025: Variants Explanation

The Hyundai Accent brand has been around in some shape or form since 1994. However, it became a lot more relevant in the Middle East in the early 2010s when the fourth-generation model was introduced. The Accent is undeniably the best-selling Hyundai sedan in Saudi Arabia (and in the Middle East).

Upon the introduction of the all-new sixth-generation model in 2023, sales of the Accent went up notably. The Accent is now based on the new Hyundai-Kia BL7 platform, which is the same architecture the new Kia K3 is based on. In KSA, the Hyundai Accent 2025 goes up against the Honda City, MG GT and Toyota Yaris.

Variant overview

Picking the right powertrain for your Hyundai Accent is a cakewalk once you select the right variant. This is because the former involves choosing between just two transmission options, while the latter involves at least 8 variants. The prices we have mentioned here include the 15 percent VAT, but not the cost of registration or vehicle insurance.

The Hyundai Accent 2025 range in KSA kicks off with the 1.5 FLT (Fleet) variant, priced at SAR 70,725. While this will get you one of the standard paints, the 1.5 FLT Two Tone option costs SAR 71,300. The price of the 1.5 Smart variant is SAR 74,635, with its Two Tone option costing SAR 75,210.

The Accent 1.5 Comfort costs SAR 81,535, while the 1.5 Comfort Two Tone is priced at SAR 82,110. The range-topping 1.5 Premium and 1.5 Premium Two Tone variants are priced at SAR 89,585 and SAR 90,160, respectively. Note that some Hyundai dealerships may or may not have all the variants of the 2025 Accent on offer.

Engine specs

While some cars come with multiple engine options for buyers to choose from, the Hyundai Accent 2025 is only available with one. It is a 1.5-liter MPi Gamma unit that develops 113 hp at 6,300 RPM and 144 Nm at 4,500 RPM. This naturally-aspirated four-cylinder is not the most powerful engine in the segment, but it is quite efficient.

In fact, the Hyundai Accent is more fuel-efficient than the equivalent MG GT. The company claims the 1.5-liter mill can return up to 18.9 kmpl or 5.3 L/100 km, which is reasonably good. The N/A unit is refined under most driving scenarios and can maintain speeds of 100-120 kmph without showing much strain.

The new Hyundai Accent is offered with two transmissions in Saudi Arabia. One is an IVT or Intelligent Variable Transmission. It is essentially a continuously variable transmission (CVT) but with a metal belt instead of a rubber belt. Even though this type of CVT is quite common, its application ensures better durability and performance.

Then there is the more conventional 6-speed torque-converter automatic. Where the FLT and Smart variants get the IVT option, the Comfort and Premium come with the 6-speed automatic. The Hyundai Accent can be had with steering-mounted paddle shifters, but their impact on the overall performance is minimal. Meanwhile, the top speed of the Accent is around 185 kmph.

Dimensions

The 2025 Hyundai Accent is longer and wider than the Toyota Yaris while also sporting a longer wheelbase. In terms of numbers, the Hyundai sedan measures 4,535 mm in length, 1,765 mm in width, and boasts a wheelbase of 2,670 mm. Its overall height of 1,475 mm is also less than that of the Yaris and the MG GT.

The fuel tank of the Hyundai Accent can hold up to 50 liters of petrol – 10 liters more than the Yaris. The maximum luggage/boot capacity of the Accent is appreciably more than that of the Toyota or the MG, at 528 liters. Its larger dimensions certainly help the new Accent stand out more easily than the other cars.

Features

1. Hyundai Accent 1.5 FLT / 1.5 FLT (Two Tone)

As the name suggests, these base variants of the Hyundai Accent 2025 are meant exclusively for fleet operators in KSA. While the equipment list is not fascinating, it also does not feel bare-bones in the slightest for its intended role.

Exterior features of the Accent 1.5 FLT:

•       Halogen headlights
•       Halogen taillights
•       Rear foglights
•       15-inch wheels
•       Body-colored & power-operated ORVMs
•       Sharkfin antenna
•       Manual headlight height adjustment
•       Two-tone paint (1.5 FLT Two Tone only)
  

Interior features of the Accent 1.5 FLT:

•       Keyless entry
•       Manual AC w/ rear vents
•       Manual driver’s seat height adjustment
•       Cloth upholstery
•       3.5-inch digital MID
•       Tilt-adjustable steering column
•       Steering-mounted audio controls
•       Center armrest with storage
•       Bluetooth connectivity
•       AUX/USB ports
•       8-inch center touchscreen
•       4-speaker audio system
•       Cruise control
  

Safety features of the Accent 1.5 FLT:

•       ABS with EBD
•       Dual front airbags
•       Electronic stability control
•       TPMS
•       Manual-dimming IRVM
•       Central door locking
•       Rear parking sensors w/ rearview camera

2. Hyundai Accent 1.5 Smart / 1.5 Smart (Two Tone)

For those looking to buy the new Accent for personal use, the 1.5 Smart would be your entry-level Accent.

Exterior features of the Accent 1.5 Smart (including 1.5 FLT features):

•       Powered ORVM w/ turn indicators
•       16-inch alloy wheels
•       Front foglights
•       Two-tone paint (1.5 Smart Two Tone only)
  

Interior features of the Accent 1.5 Smart (including 1.5 FLT features):

•       Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
•       Voice commands
•       Split-folding rear seats
•       Drive Mode selector
•       Tilt & telescopic steering adjustment
•       4.2-inch digital MID
•       Wireless charger

3. Hyundai Accent 1.5 Comfort / 1.5 Comfort (Two Tone)

Exterior features of the Accent 1.5 Comfort (including 1.5 Smart features):

•       LED headlights
•       LED DRLs
•       Power-folding ORVM
•       Chrome door handles
•       Two-tone paint (1.5 Comfort Two Tone only)
  

Interior features of the Accent 1.5 Comfort (including 1.5 Smart features):

•       Smart Entry w/ push-button start
•       Electric sunroof
•       Leather-wrapped steering wheel & gear lever
•       Rear armrest w/ cupholders
•       10.25-inch digital driver’s display

Safety features of the Accent 1.5 Comfort (including 1.5 Smart features):

•       Auto-dimming IRVM

4. Hyundai Accent 1.5 Premium / 1.5 Premium (Two Tone)
   
   

Exterior features of the Accent 1.5 Premium (including 1.5 Comfort features):

•       Two-tone 16-inch alloy wheels
•       LED combination taillights
•       Motion-activated boot release
  

Interior features of the Accent 1.5 Premium (including 1.5 Comfort features):

•       Automatic climate control
•       LED ambient lighting
•       Leatherette upholstery        

Colors

The Hyundai Accent 2025 is available in up to 8 exterior color options in KSA. Your choices include Abyss Black Pearl, Atlas White, Titan Gray Metallic, Typhoon Silver Metallic, Tellurian Brown Pearl, Midnight Blue Pearl, Thunder Blue Metallic, and Fiery Red Pearl. The available options may change based on the dealership you visit.

Which Hyundai Accent Variant Should You Buy?

If you own a commercial enterprise and want compact sedans, you should check out the Hyundai Accent FLT variant. It looks fine and offers features that can make it useful in your everyday operations. However, if you want one for your personal needs and do not want to splurge, the Accent 1.5 Smart would be a safe bet.

On the other hand, if you like your car to have a decent set of features, go right ahead for the Accent 1.5 Comfort. It has just enough modernness to make it appealing for family buyers. The top-end Accent 1.5 Premium, however, is the one that actually feels premium – by the narrowest of margins.

Looking at the 2025 Hyundai Accent sold in KSA, there are many variants. However, only a couple of them make logical sense – the range and their order have been stretched too thin. If you still want to buy the all-new Accent, aim for the 1.5 Comfort variant, at the least.