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Hyundai i40 Combi 2.0 MPI (166 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)
Combi Overview:
Hyundai i40 (Combi). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1415 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 203 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Hyundai i40 Combi achieved an excellent 5-star Euro NCAP rating, demonstrating strong adult occupant protection and overall safety performance for its class.
2.0 MPI (166 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A straightforward petrol engine offering decent power, though the MPI technology feels less modern than GDI.
Fuel Economy
Moderate fuel consumption for a manual petrol, but not class-leading compared to direct injection rivals.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior, especially the large boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, well-suited for long journeys
- • Strong safety ratings (5-star Euro NCAP)
- • Good range of efficient diesel engines
- • Generous standard equipment levels
Cons:
- • Petrol engines can be less fuel-efficient than rivals
- • Automatic transmissions can dull performance and increase consumption
- • Steering feel can be somewhat numb
- • Interior design, while functional, might lack premium feel compared to some European rivals
- • Resale value might not be as strong as some competitors
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | i40 |
| Generation: | Combi |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 MPI (166 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 166 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 83 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 4800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | G4NA |
| Engine displacement: | 1999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 7.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.5 kg/Hp, 117.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 141.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1415 |
| Max. weight: | 2050 |
| Max load: | 635 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4770 mm mm |
| Width: | 1815 mm mm |
| Height: | 1470 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1591 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1597 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.94 m |
| 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
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