Engine Hyundai-Kia G4KD A brief introduction

The G4KD engine is a 2.0-liter gasoline engine produced by Hyundai. It was manufactured in the USA and South Korea from 2008 to 2014 and is currently assembled at the Hyundai Wia plant in Shandong province for the local market. 

Used on: Hyundai ix35, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Cerato, Kia Optima, Kia Sportage

The engine features a power output ranging from 145 to 165 horsepower and a torque output ranging from 190 to 200 Nm. It is a part of the Theta II engine family and is equipped with dual VVT, an aluminum cylinder block, and a 16-valve aluminum block head. The engine is known for its reliability and is used in various models such as the Hyundai Elantra.

Theta 2.0L family: G4KA, G4KD, G4KF, G4KH, G4KL.

The engine was installed on:

  • Hyundai Sonata 5 (NF) in 2008 – 2010; Sonata 6 (YF) in 2009 – 2014;
  • Hyundai ix35 1 (LM) in 2009 – 2013;
  • Kia Cerato 2 (TD) in 2008 – 2013;
  • Kia Magentis 2 (MG) in 2008 – 2010;
  • Kia Optima 3 (TF) in 2010 – 2013;
  • Kia Sportage 3 (SL) in 2010 – 2014.

Specifications

Production years2008-2014
Displacement, cc1998
Fuel systemdistributed injection
Power output, hp145 – 165
Torque output, Nm190 - 200
Cylinder blockaluminum R4
Block headaluminum 16v
Cylinder bore, mm86
Piston stroke, mm86
Compression ratio10.5
Hydraulic liftersno
Timing drivechain
Turbochargingno
Recommended engine oil5W-30, 5W-40
Engine oil capacity, liter4.5 / 6.5 (depending on version)
Fuel typepetrol
Euro standardsEURO 4/5
Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai ix35 2012)
— city
— highway
— combined		10.4
6.4
7.9
Engine lifespan, km~300 000
Weight, kg124.2

 

G4KD Engine Cylinder Long Block

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