 I bought my Accent new in 09/01 and now have 120,000 miles on it. Still get 38 mi/gal and it is one of the best purchases I've made.  Only problems I've had were minor - broken door handle, power window cables broke, and an ignition sensor (covered under warranty).  My only current issue is a break/leak in the original exhaust (8 winters in Wisconsin will do that), otherwise I've been very pleased with its quality.  Because of our new baby, I've looked into a replacement car.  Putting a toddler into a car seat in the back is becoming tedious.  I wouldn't recommend the Accent for families of four, but as a 1 or 2 person commuter car there is nothing better.  