Hyundai Accent value and depreciation
Known for honest cheap-to-run sedan and fleet stalwart.
Depreciation curve
We class the Hyundai Accent as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 51% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
Retention table
| After | Retained |
|---|---|
| 1 year | 81% |
| 3 years | 65% |
| 5 years | 51% |
| 7 years | 39% |
| 10 years | 26% |
Estimates for a new purchase at list price; retail basis, trade-in ≈ 12% under retail.
A pillar of Hyundai's SA range from the mid-1990s until around 2019, and a rental-fleet regular. Buyers got near-Corolla space at a lower price. Used examples are plentiful and cheap to keep running.
Accent against its rivals
Hyundai Accent: common questions
Does the Hyundai Accent hold its value?
We class the Hyundai Accent as a mainstream in our 12-tier model, which puts its retention at roughly 65% after three years and 51% after five. Solid volume sellers from established brands. Around two thirds of the price left after three years.
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All figures are modelled estimates for planning, not offers or valuations. Data reviewed 2026.