This car isn't meant to stir the fires of automotive passion. And in a sense, you can't fault it for that. And while yes, you might get more car for your 11 grand in the form of a used Civic or Corolla, they don't come close in terms of Hyundai's top-drawer warranty program. So if it's peace of mind you're after, and not passion, the Accent is clearly a worthy choice among others in the relentlessly competitive subcompact segment. Both rather extreme comments, the Accent is really neither.
Individual taste is the deciding factor.
More wheel and tire would really do wonders for the overall look and handling of the Accent.