1998 Hyundai Accent
US · Compact Cars
The 1998 Hyundai Accent is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 1.5L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 32 mpg (7.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
00V314001: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ACCENT GT MODEL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH DOHC ENGINES MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 19, 1996 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1997; 1998 ACCENT MODEL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 6, 1997 THROUGH JUNE 25, 1998; 1997 SONATA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 1996 THROUGH JULY 9, 1997 AND 1998 SONATA VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM JULY 9, 1997 THROUGH APRIL 24, 1998. THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL PRESSURE CHECK THE VEHICLE'S FUEL TANK TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS CRACKED. IF IT IS CRACKED, A NEW FUEL TANK WILL BE INSTALLED. A NEW FUEL FILLER CAP THAT DECREASES THE AMOUNT OF VACUUM INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WILL ALSO BE…
Reported October 2, 2000. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 10, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 10, 2026
Data verified: November 10, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1997 Hyundai Accent
Gasoline
1.5L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) - 1999 Hyundai Accent
Gasoline
1.5L 4-cylinder · FWD
28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1998 Hyundai Accent have?
1.5L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Hyundai Accent?
Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 1998 Hyundai Accent front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 1998 Hyundai Accent?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.