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Hyundai Trajet FO 2.0 CRDi (113 Hp)
Overall Rating
Hyundai Trajet:
The Hyundai Trajet , is a seven-seater multi-purpose vehicle that was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company between 1999 and 2008. The series was officially launched in 1999, with choices of gasoline, diesel, or LPG fuel. In the United Kingdom, initially only the 2. 0 GSI model was available; the limited-edition SE with a 2. 7-litre V6 engine was added in 2001.
Sales began in South Korea in spring 1999 and the UK premiere was at the London Motorfair in October of that year. Vehicle sales in Europe began in spring 2000....(Read more on Wikipedia)
FO Overview:
Hyundai Trajet (FO). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1881 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.2 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Hyundai Trajet (FO) generation was not officially tested by Euro NCAP. Safety features typical for its era included ABS, but it lacks the advanced safety systems found in modern vehicles.
2.0 CRDi (113 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and highway cruising, though acceleration is modest for a vehicle of this size. The 235 Nm of torque helps with load carrying.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 7.2 l/100 km, this diesel engine provides the best fuel efficiency in the Trajet lineup, making it a cost-effective choice for longer journeys.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile 7-seater interior
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs (diesel)
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • Good visibility from the driver's seat
- • Practicality for large families
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with petrol engines and automatic transmission
- • High fuel consumption for petrol variants
- • Dated interior design and materials by modern standards
- • Not particularly agile or engaging to drive
- • Limited advanced safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(FO: 2000 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | Trajet |
| Generation: | FO |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 CRDi (113 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2001 |
| End of production: | 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.8 Hp/l [200mm less] |
| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D / D4EA More details about the engine D / D4EA |
| Engine displacement: | 1991 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.7:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.6 kg/Hp, 60.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1881 |
| Max. weight: | 2510 |
| Max load: | 629 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2716 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 304 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4695 mm mm [200mm less] |
| Width: | 1840 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1710 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2830 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1565 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1565 mm |
| 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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