Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8
Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 petrol description
Sedan Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2013. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.8 litres, which produces power of 290 horsepower on 6200 rpm and torque 358 Nm (Newton metres) on 4500 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, it has no turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Hyundai Equus 3.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 fuel consumption is 10.7 litres per 100km (9.3 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Hyundai Equus 2009 - 2013 version..

Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 technical data
Model: | Hyundai Equus 3.8 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2009. January ... 2013. January | ||
Engine: | 3778 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 290 HP ON 6200 RPM | Torque: | 358 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.7 (combined) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.16m (length) 1.90m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Gross weight: | 1875 kg |
Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 engine G6DK
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 3778 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 96 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 87 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. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
Power | 290 - 316 HP ON 6200 RPM |
Torque | 358 - 361 NM ON 4500 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2008 |
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 2011 onwards. |
Most often compared to
All Hyundai Equus sedan [2009 - 2013] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Hyundai Equus 2009 3.8
Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 Most fuel efficient version |
3.8 Petrol | 290 HP | 10.7 l/100km |
Hyundai Equus 2011 3.8 GDi V6 Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 | 3.8 Petrol | 334 HP | - |
Hyundai Equus 2009 4.6 Jan 2009 — Jan 2013 | 4.6 Petrol | 366 HP | - |
Hyundai Equus 2009 4.6 MPi V8 Jan 2009 — Dec 2011 | 4.6 Petrol | 385 HP | 12.4 l/100km |
Hyundai Equus 2011 5.0 GDi V8
Jan 2011 — Dec 2013 Most powerfull version (429 HP) |
5.0 Petrol | 429 HP | 13.1 l/100km |