Honda Brio Amaze vs Hyundai Accent Comparison

Sub-four meter sedans and SUVs are the latest in-thing in the automobile industry, so the vehicles falling under this segment need to be fresh till date. The Brio Amaze, sadly, looks a decade old when viewed from the outside. Considering the facts that Honda has updated the Brio (the hatchback on which it is based), as well as the second generation Honda Amaze already on sale in some of the international markets, the Brio Amaze sold here in the Philippines feels outdated.

While the Brio Amaze feels very spacious and comfortable on the inside, the lacklustre and too sober cabin layout and design rob the overall feel. The cabin misses out on a number of features, while at the same time, the dashboard’s design too feels dated.

Hyundai has made the new Accent feel rich in terms of fit and finish, however, the lack of a number of modern comfort and convenience features do make the new Accent feel a bit dated. The absence of primary features like a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, push-button start and many more still does not create a strong impression in its favour.

While the new Accent feels engaging to drive with decent driving dynamics and powerful engines, the rear seat cabin of the new Accent falls short on space and comfort. The shoulder room is at a premium, due to which seating for three passengers at the rear is quite a squeeze.

While the light steering setup is a boon in urban driving conditions, the same setup at higher speeds too makes driving a bit less exciting. The steering does weigh a bit more at higher speeds, but not enough from a driving enthusiast’s point of view.