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Hyundai Equus VI 3.8 GDi V6 (334 Hp) SHIFTRONIC
Overall Rating
Hyundai Equus:
The Hyundai Equus is a full-sized, front-engine, rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by Hyundai Motor Company from 1999 to 2016. It was produced over two generations in a four-door, five passenger configuration. The nameplate derives from the Latin equus, meaning "horse. "
A second generation was released in 2009. As of August 2014, it was sold in South Korea, Russia, China, United States, Canada, Central America, and South America — as well as in the Middle East under the Hyundai Centennial nameplate....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VI Overview:
Hyundai Equus (VI). With 395 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hyundai Equus VI was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it was equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features for its time, including multiple airbags, ABS, and electronic stability control, performing well in US-based safety tests (IIHS/NHTSA).
3.8 GDi V6 (334 Hp) SHIFTRONIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers robust performance for a V6, providing smooth and adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, though not as exhilarating as the V8 options.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its size and power output, benefiting from direct injection technology, making it a more balanced choice for efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional comfort and quiet cabin experience
- • Powerful and refined V8 engine options
- • High level of standard luxury features for the price
- • Smooth 8-speed automatic transmission
- • Strong value proposition compared to European rivals
Cons:
- • Brand image not as prestigious as competitors
- • Fuel economy can be high, especially with V8 engines
- • Steering feel can be somewhat numb
- • Limited aftermarket support compared to mainstream models
- • Rear-wheel drive only, no AWD option
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI: 2009 - 2011).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Equus |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.8 GDi V6 (334 Hp) SHIFTRONIC |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 334 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 88.4 Hp/l [1mm more] |
| Torque: | 395 Nm @ 5100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Lambda II / G6DJ More details about the engine Lambda II / G6DJ |
| Engine displacement: | 3778 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 87 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 5160 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Height: | 1495 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3045 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1616 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1633 mm |
| Front overhang: | 880 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1235 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SHIFTRONIC |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 345 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 314 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/50 R18 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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