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The Hyundai Accent 2018 prices range from $8,580 for the basic trim level Sedan Accent Sport to $16,060 for the top of the range Sedan Accent Sport.
The Hyundai Accent 2018 comes in Hatchback and Sedan.
The Hyundai Accent 2018 is available in Unleaded Petrol. Engine sizes and transmissions vary from the Hatchback 1.6L 6 SP Automatic to the Sedan 1.6L 6SP Manual.
$6,990
$21,999
2018 Hyundai Accent | Specs | Price |
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Sport | Specs: 1.6L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC | Price: $12,100 - $16,060 |
Sport | Specs: 1.6L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED MANUAL | Price: $10,450 - $14,300 |
2018 Hyundai Accent | Specs | Price |
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Sport | Specs: 1.6L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC | Price: $12,100 - $16,060 |
Sport | Specs: 1.6L, Unleaded Petrol, 6 SPEED MANUAL | Price: $8,580 - $12,100 |
You're right in that Australia has no lemon laws, but we do have Australian Consumer Laws which are aimed at protecting consumers against these sorts of problems. It's frustrating that some car dealers are still using the old ‘oh, they all do that' defence to explain away problems that need to be fixed. Car companies would do well to crack down on any of their dealers who give such glib answers.
So the advice is to go straight over the dealer's head and talk to Hyundai's customer service department. A modern car shouldn't surge at any speed, and since your car is covered by its factory warranty, you need to give Hyundai every chance to put it right. Only after Hyundai has given up without a resolution should you talk to the ACCC on the basis of the car not being fit for purpose.
My experience is that Hyundai has been very diligent in fixing problems like this and looking after its customers, so forget the dealer and go straight to head office.
Both are good cars and should give you reliable motoring for many years to come. The servicing costs are similar. The Hyundai is only three years old and has only done minimal kilometres, so should by in near-new condition if it has been looked after and well serviced. Against that the Baleno is new and has a five-year warranty.
There is no reason to think that you would need to change either car within the period you mention.
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