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Hyundai Grandeur/Azera Grandeur III (XG, facelift 2003) 2.0i V6 (137 Hp)
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Hyundai Grandeur/Azera:
The Hyundai Grandeur is an executive sedan manufactured and marketed by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai since 1986, over seven generations.
From 1986 to 1996, the Grandeur was the flagship for Hyundai's South Korean range before the Hyundai Dynasty was introduced. It is marketed globally as the Hyundai Azera. As the Azera, it was the flagship of Hyundai's US and Canadian lineup until the arrival of the Genesis sedan. After the launch of the separate Genesis brand, the Grandeur/Azera resumed its place as the company's flagship....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Grandeur III (XG, facelift 2003) Overview:
Hyundai Grandeur/Azera (Grandeur III (XG, facelift 2003)). With 177 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1537 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 203 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.
2.0i V6 (137 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 2.0L V6, likely paired with a manual transmission in some markets, offers a slightly more engaging drive than its automatic counterpart, but power is still modest for the vehicle's size.
Fuel Economy
Potentially marginally better fuel economy than the automatic version due to less parasitic loss, but still not a class leader given the V6 configuration and vehicle weight.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and refined V6 engine options (especially 2.5L and above)
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with good ride quality
- • Good value for money in the executive sedan segment
- • Generally reliable powertrain for its era
- • Quiet cabin, ideal for long journeys
Cons:
- • Underpowered base 2.0L V6 for its size and weight
- • Mediocre fuel economy across the entire V6 range
- • Soft suspension leads to less dynamic or engaging handling
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to some European rivals
- • Lack of official Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Grandeur III (XG): 1999 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Grandeur/Azera |
| Generation: | Grandeur III (XG, facelift 2003) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0i V6 (137 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 137 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 68.6 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 177 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Delta / G6BP [Same engine] More details about the engine Delta / G6BP |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 115.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1537 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 410 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4875 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1800 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1520 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 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 | 5 |
| 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 |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 H |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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