Does the new Accent Executive make any sense ?

akash_m · 30th September 2008, 15:41

As most of you must be aware, Hyundai Accent is now avilable in only one model - Accent Executive. Its a fully loaded car having an on road price of 5.1 Lac (Noida)! Even the nearest competitor, Dzire Vxi is 50k costlier and does not match the Accent in the equipment level.

Agreed that its a decade old car, but you have got to see it to believe it! The deal is too mouth watering. The feature list include:

Beige interiors with designer beige seats
Wood garnish, dual tone front panel
Keyless entry
Tilt steering
Leather wrapped steering wheel & gear knob
Central Locking
Power windows
Fog lamps (offered by dealer)
2+2 year warranty (again dealer offer)
Tubeless tyres

..and a host of other features. I dont think there can be a better deal then this. Overall its a far better package than Dzire. But the million dollar question remains: Does it make sense to buy it? Need a poll from fellow BHPians to make a purchase descision.

hrag · 30th September 2008, 15:47

Lukeskywalker picked one up a few weeks ago
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-d...omes-home.html

bblost · 30th September 2008, 15:50

I have voted
Yes, its a true VFM car

But only if you intend to keep it for at least 5 years.

akash_m · 30th September 2008, 15:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by hrag

Lukeskywalker picked one up a few weeks ago
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-d...omes-home.html

Surprising tough, but why didnt he pick Accent Executive? And 5.72 Lacs on Road?

I can show the offer of 5.1 lacs on road in Noida by Nimbus Hyundai..

suren181 · 30th September 2008, 15:56

akash_m: I voted Yes. Why? For, if I were to buy a petrol sedan today I would consider the Accent as a true VFM option because:

1) A comfortable sedan
2) A good Handler at that
3) Not a very bad FE
4) Resale value (eventhough the CRDI's have been phased out alongwith other Petrol variants of the Accent, The resale value hasn't dropped drastically, check to buy a relatively good used Accent you would realise)
5) Low service costs, low maintanence
6) Very well built, rugged, eventhough sleek (no squeaks and rattles even after extensive use)

The Con's:

1) FE: around 9kmpl (this depends on driving style, traffic conditions etc though)
2) The threat of its being taken out of production by Hyundai (but check point # 4 above)

Was scratching my head for more cons but then just realised we have loads of Hyundai bashers who will be along here shortly to take care of the cons.

All the best with your quest until then.

karanraheja · 30th September 2008, 15:59

Well yes it s still a good VFM. Few people might think its quite outdated but i think it still has a good road presence. 5.1 l On road

! Could you give us the break up & the discounts. Well its a steal at this price. Forget resale if you keeping this car for atleast 5 years.

MuraliR · 30th September 2008, 16:00

I voted in the affirmative.

buddy, the ex-showroom price is 4.99L - how is it that you are getting at 5.1L on road price?

The only negative that I can immediately think of is the low rear seating. So, if you have some aged people who will occupy the rear seats, then it may be difficult for them.

If it is not much of a problem, could you please post the actual nature of the deal with detailed pricing structure and discounts on offer, so it may help other members.

akash_m · 30th September 2008, 16:04

I forgot to mention Rear window defogger in the equipment list!

mjothi · 30th September 2008, 16:10

The only reason I did not go for this is, the low bed. It was similar to my Zen and hence I did not go for that. Also, 3 months back there was news that this will be phased out. But seems its not in the near future.
So, it IS VFM car.

akash_m · 30th September 2008, 16:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by MuraliR

I voted in the affirmative.

buddy, the ex-showroom price is 4.99L - how is it that you are getting at 5.1L on road price?

The only negative that I can immediately think of is the low rear seating. So, if you have some aged people who will occupy the rear seats, then it may be difficult for them.

If it is not much of a problem, could you please post the actual nature of the deal with detailed pricing structure and discounts on offer, so it may help other members.

Dont remember the exact nature of deal, since am not carrying it right now. But these points i remember;

Insurance cost is waived off
Company is offering a 'Gold Coin' free with the car. 8k discount if you dont take it!
I substracted 10k towards finance discount (for 3 lacs)
Logistic charges (4k) waived off

Believe it or not, but had I worked with HCL and owned a santro, the Accent would have cost me 5 lacs on road! 5k discount as loyalty bonus & 5k towards corporate discount! At this price, its not a steal, it is grand theft!

mobike008 · 30th September 2008, 16:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by suren181

1) A comfortable sedan
2) A good Handler at that
3) Not a very bad FE
4) Resale value (eventhough the CRDI's have been phased out alongwith other Petrol variants of the Accent, The resale value hasn't dropped drastically, check to buy a relatively good used Accent you would realise)
5) Low service costs, low maintanence
6) Very well built, rugged, eventhough sleek (no squeaks and rattles even after extensive use)

Thanks for those nice words Suren. It felt as if you were praising my car

Aakash, i agree with most of the people's opinion here. I too vote for the Accent Petrol

I was in a hyundai showroom the other day as a friend is picking up a Verna and happen to see this Accent and i was floored by the changes made to the interiors, it is really looking much better.As you may know with a little care, the interiors of an accent remains almost brand new for a long time.

And, for that price, its a steal.Go for it!

car_crazy1400 · 30th September 2008, 16:45

I do believe that Accent is very much a true VFM deal.
Infact i had the same discussion with a friend just 2 days back & I advocated for the accent over the Swift even though I own a Swift.

MuraliR · 30th September 2008, 17:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by akash_m

Insurance cost is waived off
Company is offering a 'Gold Coin' free with the car. 8k discount if you dont take it!
I substracted 10k towards finance discount (for 3 lacs)
Logistic charges (4k) waived off

Agreed, but what about the Road-Tax?

MalluDude · 30th September 2008, 17:27

Being an owner I agree with suren and mobike. You cannot get a better VFM for 5.1L. Having said that, if you are planning to do some major bit of driving, have you looked at other options at that price range apart from Dzire? Like a Swift Ldi? Indigo CS TDI?

akash_m · 30th September 2008, 17:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by MuraliR

[/list]Agreed, but what about the Road-Tax?

Sorry buddy, insurance is not free, but still the on road price is 5.1 lacs only. Here's an example (rough figures)

Ex shoroom price: 4.99 Lacs
Road Tax: 15k
Insurance: 14k
Logistics: 4K
On road price: 5.32 Lacs

Free Logistics: -4K
Free Gold coin: -8k
Finance discount: -10k
On road price (after discount): 5.1 Lacs

View Poll Results: Doew buying accent (5.1 lacs on road) make sense?
Yes, its a true VFM car	35	77.78%
VFM my foot, the car can be phased out any time	9	20.00%
I am too confused to vote	1	2.22%
Voters: 45. You may not vote on this poll

30th September 2008, 15:41	#1
akash_m BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Noida Posts: 258 Thanked: 102 Times	Does the new Accent Executive make any sense ? As most of you must be aware, Hyundai Accent is now avilable in only one model - Accent Executive. Its a fully loaded car having an on road price of 5.1 Lac (Noida)! Even the nearest competitor, Dzire Vxi is 50k costlier and does not match the Accent in the equipment level. Agreed that its a decade old car, but you have got to see it to believe it! The deal is too mouth watering. The feature list include: Beige interiors with designer beige seats Wood garnish, dual tone front panel Keyless entry Tilt steering Leather wrapped steering wheel & gear knob Central Locking Power windows Fog lamps (offered by dealer) 2+2 year warranty (again dealer offer) Tubeless tyres ..and a host of other features. I dont think there can be a better deal then this. Overall its a far better package than Dzire. But the million dollar question remains: Does it make sense to buy it? Need a poll from fellow BHPians to make a purchase descision. Last edited by akash_m : 30th September 2008 at 15:45.
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30th September 2008, 15:47	#2
hrag BANNED Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bangalore / Madras Posts: 1,982 Thanked: 32 Times	Lukeskywalker picked one up a few weeks ago http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-d...omes-home.html
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30th September 2008, 15:50	#3
bblost Team-BHP Support Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 11,295 Thanked: 17,995 Times View My Garage	I have voted Yes, its a true VFM car But only if you intend to keep it for at least 5 years.
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30th September 2008, 15:56	#5
suren181 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 848 Thanked: 11 Times View My Garage	akash_m: I voted Yes. Why? For, if I were to buy a petrol sedan today I would consider the Accent as a true VFM option because: 1) A comfortable sedan 2) A good Handler at that 3) Not a very bad FE 4) Resale value (eventhough the CRDI's have been phased out alongwith other Petrol variants of the Accent, The resale value hasn't dropped drastically, check to buy a relatively good used Accent you would realise) 5) Low service costs, low maintanence 6) Very well built, rugged, eventhough sleek (no squeaks and rattles even after extensive use) The Con's: 1) FE: around 9kmpl (this depends on driving style, traffic conditions etc though) 2) The threat of its being taken out of production by Hyundai (but check point # 4 above) Was scratching my head for more cons but then just realised we have loads of Hyundai bashers who will be along here shortly to take care of the cons. All the best with your quest until then.
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30th September 2008, 15:59	#6
karanraheja Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Coimbatore Posts: 1,961 Thanked: 436 Times	Well yes it s still a good VFM. Few people might think its quite outdated but i think it still has a good road presence. 5.1 l On road! Could you give us the break up & the discounts. Well its a steal at this price. Forget resale if you keeping this car for atleast 5 years.
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30th September 2008, 16:00	#7
MuraliR BHPian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 361 Thanked: 35 Times	I voted in the affirmative. buddy, the ex-showroom price is 4.99L - how is it that you are getting at 5.1L on road price? The only negative that I can immediately think of is the low rear seating. So, if you have some aged people who will occupy the rear seats, then it may be difficult for them. If it is not much of a problem, could you please post the actual nature of the deal with detailed pricing structure and discounts on offer, so it may help other members. Last edited by MuraliR : 30th September 2008 at 16:01.
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30th September 2008, 16:04	#8
akash_m BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Noida Posts: 258 Thanked: 102 Times	I forgot to mention Rear window defogger in the equipment list!
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30th September 2008, 16:10	#9
mjothi Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,290 Thanked: 233 Times View My Garage	The only reason I did not go for this is, the low bed. It was similar to my Zen and hence I did not go for that. Also, 3 months back there was news that this will be phased out. But seems its not in the near future. So, it IS VFM car.
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30th September 2008, 16:45	#12
car_crazy1400 BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DL/UP16/PB10 Posts: 658 Thanked: 353 Times	I do believe that Accent is very much a true VFM deal. Infact i had the same discussion with a friend just 2 days back & I advocated for the accent over the Swift even though I own a Swift.
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30th September 2008, 17:27	#14
MalluDude BHPian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kochi Posts: 398 Thanked: 78 Times View My Garage	Being an owner I agree with suren and mobike. You cannot get a better VFM for 5.1L. Having said that, if you are planning to do some major bit of driving, have you looked at other options at that price range apart from Dzire? Like a Swift Ldi? Indigo CS TDI?
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