Negotiating leverage
32
moderate leverage / 100
~48 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2018 Hyundai Accent Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$9,746
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$5,495$16,998
- Typical market range
- $7,600–$10,995
- Ridekick fair price
- $9,746
- Original MSRP range
- $15,995–$18,895
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
3 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
48
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Hyundai Accent.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$14,715–$15,355
Estimated dealer invoice — about $15,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEL | $8,586 | $17,295 | $15,911–$16,603 |
| SE | $9,844 | $15,995 | $14,715–$15,355 |
| Limited | $10,240 | $18,895 | $17,383–$18,139 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$7,761$13,741$19,720
Fair priceSEL
$8,586
SEL: fair price $8,586, original MSRP $17,295, estimated dealer cost $15,911 to $16,603.
SE
$9,844
SE: fair price $9,844, original MSRP $15,995, estimated dealer cost $14,715 to $15,355.
Limited
$10,240
Limited: fair price $10,240, original MSRP $18,895, estimated dealer cost $17,383 to $18,139.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2018 Hyundai Accent runs about $9,897 in MT to $11,248 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $695 | $110+ | $10,391 |
| TX | $599 | $332 | $10,517 |
| FL | $575 | $1,074+ | $11,235 |
| NY | $383 | $371 | $10,340 |
| PA | $575 | $587 | $10,748 |
| IL | $599 | $683 | $10,868 |
| OH | $551 | $444 | $10,581 |
| GA | $671 | $637 | $10,894 |
| NC | $288 | $793 | $10,667 |
| WA | $623 | $215+ | $10,424 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,111 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
28
MPG city
38
MPG highway
32
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2018 Hyundai Accent configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2018 Hyundai Accent.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Sonata, 2016-2018 Sonata Hybrid, 2018-2020 Accent, and 2016-2017 Azera vehicles. The trunk latch may become damaged, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-855-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 208.
Campaign 21V619000 · 06/08/2021
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2018 Hyundai Accent?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $9,746, within a typical market range of $7,600 to $10,995.
Is the 2018 Hyundai Accent cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $15,995, so a fair used price is roughly $6,249 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2018 Hyundai Accent?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $9,897 in MT to $11,248 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2018 Hyundai Accent?
There are about 48 days of national market supply for the 2018 Hyundai Accent — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2018 Hyundai Accent.
How much can you negotiate on a 2018 Hyundai Accent?
Negotiating leverage rates 32/100 (moderate). ~48 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2018 Hyundai Accent?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $14,715–$15,355 — its $15,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.