The fifth generation of the Hyundai Accent was introduced at the Orange County International Auto Show. The car's evolution showed an increase in dimensions and practicality.

Hyundai unveiled the fourth generation of the Accent in Korea in 2010 and started sales in the North American continent in the following year for the 2012 model-year.

By 2006, Hyundai was no longer a stranger on any market, and the Accent was one of its best-selling products.

Hyundai pushed the pedal and introduced a facelifted version for the Accent's second generation after just three years since the model's introduction, in 2000.

Hyundai stepped up its game and introduced the Accent's second generation's facelifted version in 2003 as a sedan and hatchback with three or five doors.

Hyundai introduced the second generation of the Accent in 1999. It was a big improvement over its predecessor and brought the sedan version as an essential sales factor.