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Hyundai i40 Sedan (facelift 2015) 1.6 GDI (135 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai i40:
The Hyundai i40 is a large family car designed primarily for the European market by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai between 2011 and 2019. Sharing its platform with the Hyundai Sonata, the i40 sedan was unveiled at the 2011 Barcelona Motor Show.
The car was designed at Hyundai's European R&D facilities in Rüsselsheim, Germany. It is manufactured at the Ulsan plant in South Korea.
The i40 is described as featuring Hyundai's 'fluidic sculpture' design language, and was launched in Europe initially as an estate/wagon with a saloon was due in 2011. The boot space is 553 litres, increasing to 1,719 litres with the rear seats folded down....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Sedan (facelift 2015) Overview:
Hyundai i40 (Sedan (facelift 2015)). With 164 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.4 l/100km). With a weight of 1402 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 197 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 GDI (135 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
An entry-level petrol option, suitable for city driving but can feel underpowered on highways, especially with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Offers reasonable fuel economy for a petrol engine, making it a cost-effective choice for urban commuters.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior
- • Excellent fuel economy from CRDI diesel engines
- • Generous standard equipment for the price
- • Good ride quality, especially on long journeys
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Petrol GDI engines can be thirsty and lack excitement
- • Not the most engaging driving experience compared to rivals
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than competitors
- • Resale value might not be as strong as German rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Combi: 2011 - 2015).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i40 |
| Generation: | Sedan (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 GDI (135 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2015 |
| End of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 135 Hp @ 6300 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 84.9 Hp/l [5mm more] |
| Torque: | 164 Nm @ 4850 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4FD More details about the engine G4FD |
| Engine displacement: | 1591 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 77 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.44 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.3-8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.2-5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.3-6.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 197 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1402 |
| Max. weight: | 1980 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 578 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1672 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 506 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4775 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1591 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1597 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.94 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16; 215/50 R17; 225/45 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.0J x 16; 7.5J x 17; 8.0J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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