Used on: Hyundai Grandeur, Hyundai ix35, Hyundai Santa Fe, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Carens/Rondo, Kia Sorento, Kia Sportage
The engine features a displacement of 2359 cc, a power output ranging from 170 to 180 horsepower, and a torque output ranging from 220 to 230 Nm. It is equipped with a distributed injection fuel system, an aluminum cylinder block, and various other features such as phase shifters, a new intake manifold, and oil nozzles for piston cooling. The engine is known for its reliability, with a service life of approximately 300,000 kilometers. It is part of the Theta II gasoline engine family and has been continuously upgraded over the years.
The engine was installed on:
- Hyundai Grandeur 4 (TG) in 2009 – 2011; Grandeur 5 (HG) in 2013 – 2016;
- Hyundai ix35 1 (LM) in 2009 – 2015;
- Hyundai Sonata 5 (NF) in 2008 – 2010; Sonata 6 (YF) in 2009 – 2014; Sonata 7 (LF) in 2014 – 2019;
- Hyundai Santa Fe 2 (CM) in 2009 – 2012; Santa Fe 3 (DM) in 2012 – 2018;
- Kia Cadenza 1 (VG) in 2009 – 2011;
- Kia Forte 2 (TD) in 2008 – 2013;
- Kia Magentis 2 (MG) in 2008 – 2010;
- Kia Rondo 3 (UN) in 2009 – 2010;
- Kia Sorento 2 (XM) in 2009 – 2017;
- Kia Sportage 3 (SL) in 2010 – 2016.
Specifications
| Production years | 2008-2019 |
| Displacement, cc | 2359 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 170-180 |
| Torque output, Nm | 220-230 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Block head | 88 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 97 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | yes |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.2 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4/5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Santa Fe 2011) — city — highway — combined | 11.7 7.2 8.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 136.3 |
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