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Hyundai XG 2.5 V6 (163 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Hyundai XG:
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)
XG Overview:
Hyundai XG (XG). With 230 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1640 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 205 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.
The Hyundai XG (XG generation) was not tested by Euro NCAP during its production run. Safety features were typical for its era, including ABS and airbags.
2.5 V6 (163 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for daily driving, though the automatic transmission can feel a bit sluggish, leading to a leisurely 0-100 km/h time.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is average for a V6 of this size and era, especially with an automatic gearbox. Expect around 10.3 l/100 km combined.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent value for money compared to European rivals.
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially for rear passengers.
- • Smooth V6 engines provide refined cruising.
- • Generous standard equipment for its class.
- • Reliable powertrain, especially the V6 engines.
Cons:
- • Styling can be polarizing and less distinctive than competitors.
- • Fuel economy is not a strong point, particularly with larger V6s.
- • Handling is geared towards comfort, lacking dynamic engagement.
- • Interior materials, while good, don't quite match premium rivals.
- • Limited availability of manual transmissions in many markets.
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Hyundai |
| Model: | XG |
| Generation: | XG |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 V6 (163 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 163 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 65.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 230 Nm @ 3750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Delta / G6BV |
| Engine displacement: | 2494 |
| 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: | 4.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.3 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 205 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 99.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 140.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1640 |
| Max. weight: | 2130 |
| Max load: | 490 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 453 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4865 mm mm |
| Width: | 1825 mm mm |
| Height: | 1420 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2750 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1530 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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