51/100

2010Compact CarsRegular

2010 Hyundai Accent Blue

EPA ID: 29856

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City MPG

Combined MPG

31MPG· Excellent

Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2010 Hyundai Accent Blue achieves an EPA-estimated 31 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 27 MPG in the city and 36 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine paired with a manual 5-spd, this compact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2010 Accent Blue produces approximately 287 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this Accent Blue performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $1,950, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $1,000 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassCompact Cars

Fuel TypeRegular

Engine1.6L 4-cyl

AspirationNaturally Aspirated

TransmissionManual 5-spd

Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions287 g/mi

Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped

GHG Score-1/10

Smog RatingN/A

Est. Annual Cost$1,950

5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $1,000

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG

30.4

Impact vs EPA

+$32

/ year

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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost

$513/mo

Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.

Annual Mileage15,000 mi

Value Depreciation

Est. value lost over 60 months

$14,000

45.5%

Fuel & Electricity

Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)

$8,468

27.5%

Estimated Insurance

Based on vehicle class risk profile

$7,900

25.7%

State Registration Fees

Based on National Average DMV base rates

$400

1.3%

Total 5-Year Cost$30,768

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #15V566000·2015-10-21

critical

Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Hyundai Accent vehicles manufactured March 1, 2009, to February 11, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the brake light switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning brake light switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning brake light switch may also prevent the shifter from being moved out of the PARK position.

Consequence & Remedy

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

57.3 metric tons CO₂

Equivalent To:

🌳 71 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs

✈️ 4.8 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.