Hyundai Accent LC
A budget-friendly Korean hatchback that helped establish Hyundai's reputation for reliability.
- Power
- 85 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 12.5 s
- Top speed
- 105 mph
About the Hyundai Accent LC
The second-generation Hyundai Accent, known internally as the LC, represented a significant step forward for the brand in terms of refinement and build quality. In the UK, the 1.3 GSi was a popular mid-range choice, offering a 12-valve SOHC engine that balanced economy with adequate performance for city driving. While it lacked the prestige of European rivals, its simple mechanicals and generous equipment levels made it a staple of the budget subcompact market. Today, it is remembered as a no-nonsense, dependable commuter that paved the way for Hyundai's global expansion.
Hyundai Accent LC specs
The Hyundai Accent LC produces 85 bhp (63 kW) and 114 Nm (84 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 12.5 seconds and has a top speed of 105 mph (169 km/h).
| Make | Hyundai |
|---|---|
| Model | Accent |
| Generation | LC |
| Trim | 1.3 GSi |
| Years | 1999–2005 |
| Type | Hatchback |
| Body style | Hatchback |
| Country | South Korea |
| Engine | 1.3-litre 12v inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,341 cc (1.3 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 85 bhp (63 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 114 Nm (84 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 12.5 s |
| Top speed | 105 mph (169 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 995 kg (2,194 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 85 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Hyundai Accent LC rarity in CarSpot
The Hyundai Accent LC is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Hyundai Accent LC fun facts
- The 'Accent' name is actually an acronym for 'Advanced Compact Car of Epoch-making New Technology'.
- In its home market of South Korea, this generation was the first to be renamed the Hyundai Verna.
- The LC generation served as the basis for Hyundai's first serious World Rally Championship entry, the Accent WRC.
