Direct injection is a major improvement for Hyundai's 1.6 liter engine. I find conflicting reports whether the 2011 Accent has the old 110 hp 1.6 CVVT engine or the new 138 hp gamma 1.6 GDI engine with a timing chain, but the 2012 looks like it will have the newer engine.
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Darrell
Boycotting Exxon since 1989, BP since 2010
Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac? George Carlin
Mean Green Toaster Machine
49.5 mpg avg over 53,000 miles. 176% of '08 EPA
Best flat drive 94.5 mpg for 10.1 mi
Longest tank 1033 km (642 mi) on 10.56 gal = 60.8 mpg
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