Engine G4LC A brief introduction

The G4LC engine is a 1.4-liter gasoline engine produced by Hyundai. It is a 16-valve, inline four-cylinder, aspirated engine with a power output of around 100 horsepower and torque of 132 Nm. 

Used on: Hyundai i20, Hyundai i30, Hyundai Solaris, Kia Ceed, Kia Rio

The engine is known for its use in various popular models such as the Rio 4 and some Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It was introduced in 2014 and is designed for fuel efficiency and reliability. The G4LC engine is equipped with features such as Dual-CVVT and VIS, and it is designed to meet Euro emission standards.

The engine was installed on:

  • Hyundai Accent 5 (YC) since 2017;
  • Hyundai i20 2 (GB) in 2014 – 2018;
  • Hyundai i30 2 (GD) in 2015 – 2017; i30 3 (PD) since 2017;
  • Hyundai Solaris 2 (HC) since 2017;
  • Kia Ceed 2 (JD) in 2015 – 2018; Ceed 3 (CD) since 2018;
  • Kia Rio 4 (FB) since 2017; Rio 4 (YB) since 2017;
  • Kia Rio X-Line 1 (FB) since 2017;
  • Kia Rio X 1 (FB) since 2020;
  • Kia Stonic 1 (YB) in 2017 – 2019.

Specifications

Production yearssince 2014
Displacement, cc1368
Fuel systemdistributed injection
Power output, hp100
Torque output, Nm133
Cylinder blockaluminum R4
Block headaluminum 16v
Cylinder bore, mm72
Piston stroke, mm84
Compression ratio10.5
FeaturesVIS
Hydraulic liftersyes
Timing drivechain
Phase regulatorDual CVVT
Turbochargingno
Recommended engine oil0W-30, 5W-30
Engine oil capacity, liter3.7
Fuel typepetrol
Euro standardsEURO 5/6
Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Solaris 2018)
— city
— highway
— combined		7.2
4.8
5.7
Engine lifespan, km~300 000
Weight, kg85.9 (without attachments)

 

G4LC Engine Cylinder Long Block

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