As we've been continuously reporting, Hyundai is like this sleeping giant that has finally come alive. Its products are competitive and aggressively priced.
But could it continue its streak of success when it came to the subcompact class? Keep in mind, most vehicles in this bottom-of-the-barrel class aren't lusted over. This is strictly about getting from point "A" to "B."
Well, it may be hard to believe, but one of Detroit's longstanding auto writers has A LOT of positive things to say about the 2012 Accent. That's when you know it has to be a compelling product.
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A very short person once told me that good things come in small packages.
Perhaps there's some truth to that. Carmakers have certainly started taking notice of the little rides in the subcompact segment, once the refuge of doors that sounded like tuning forks when they closed. And I'm not talking good tuning forks.
The role these cars played was an inexpensive one. They remain some of the most affordable new cars available, but now they have a lot more style, amenities and performance. Blame $4-a-gallon gasoline for the renewed interest.
Carmakers such as Honda Motor Co. and Ford Motor Co. are rolling out pretty nice subcompact cars. The new Nissan Versa will arrive soon, as will a made-over Chevy Aveo, adopting the name Sonic from either hedgehog or burger joint fame...
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