Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6

Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3 petrol description

Sedan Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 has been produced from April, 2005 to January, 2008. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.3 litres, which produces power of 233 horsepower on 6000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Hyundai Sonata 2005 - 2008 version and torque 308 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available.
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This Hyundai Sonata 3.3 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 6 litres.

Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 5 gears.
Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 230 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.1 litres per 100km (9.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.8 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 7.4 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Hyundai real everyday fuel consumption is 11.1 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Hyundai Sonata fuel consumption.

Hyundai Sonata safety

During safety testing Hyundai Sonata has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Hyundai Sonata is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Hyundai Sonata got two stars.

Hyundai Sonata 3.3 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Hyundai Sonata 2005

Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 technical data

Model: Hyundai Sonata 3.3i V6
Body style: Sedan
Production period: 2005. April ... 2008. January 
Engine: 3342 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 233 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 308 NM ON 3500 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 230 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 10.1 (combined) 14.8 (urban) 7.4 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 11.1 l/100km (21.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 65 litres (17.2 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.80m (length) 1.83m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 160 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 523 litres
Gross weight: 2130 kg

Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 engine G6DB

Engine displacement 3342 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 92 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 83.8 mm
Compression ratio 10.4 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

More service info
Timing chain change interval 120,000 km (recommended)

Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.

Fuel system Injection
Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 oil type 5W-30, 5W-40
Oil capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8.6 litres (9.1 quarts)
Power 233 - 259 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 304 - 316 NM ON 3500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 7 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2007 onwards.

Engine also used on Kia Sorento

All Hyundai Sonata sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0i 16V Jan 2006 — Dec 2008 2.0 Petrol 137 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0 i 16V Jan 2006 — Dec 2008 2.0 Petrol 137 HP 9.2 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0i Mar 2006 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version

2.0 Petrol 145 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0i Automatic Mar 2006 — Jan 2008 2.0 Petrol 145 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0 CRDi VGT Mar 2006 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (6)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.0 CRDi VGT Automatic Mar 2006 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

2.0 Diesel 140 HP 7.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai Sonata 2005 2.4i Jan 2005 — Jan 2008

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

2.4 Petrol 161 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Hyundai Sonata 2005 2.4i Automatic Jan 2005 — Jan 2008 2.4 Petrol 161 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.7i V6 Jan 2006 — Dec 2008 2.7 Petrol 172 HP - Manual (5)
Hyundai Sonata 2006 2.7i V6 Automatic Jan 2006 — Dec 2008 2.7 Petrol 172 HP - Automatic (4)
Hyundai Sonata 2005 3.3i V6 Apr 2005 — Jan 2008

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds

3.3 Petrol 233 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Hyundai Sonata 2005 reviews
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