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Hyundai Equus VI 5.0 GDi V8 (429 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 510 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2070 kg, it’s on the heavier side. 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).
5.0 GDi V8 (429 Hp) SHIFTRONIC Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship engine delivers exceptional performance with strong acceleration and effortless power, transforming the Equus into a true luxury sport sedan.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large, powerful V8, fuel consumption is on the higher side, making it less economical for frequent city driving.
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: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Equus |
| Generation: | VI |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 GDi V8 (429 Hp) SHIFTRONIC |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2013 |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 429 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 85.2 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 510 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Tau / G8BE More details about the engine Tau / G8BE |
| Engine displacement: | 5038 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | D-CVVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.8 l |
| Coolant: | 12.1 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) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.7 kg/Hp, 210.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 250.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2035-2106 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 473 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5159 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1890 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Height: | 1491 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3045 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1621 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1628 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 [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 245/45 R19 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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