Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 petrol description
Sedan Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 has been produced from January, 2001 to December, 2004. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 170 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 226 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 180 000 and 300 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Hyundai Sonata 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.6 litres.
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 209 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 fuel consumption is 9 litres per 100km (11.1 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Hyundai Sonata 2001 - 2005 version, city fuel economy - 12.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 7.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 900 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Hyundai real everyday fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100 km, which is 14% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Hyundai Sonata fuel consumption.

Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 technical data
Model: | Hyundai Sonata 2.5 V6 | ||
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Body style: | Sedan | ||
Production period: | 2001. January ... 2004. December | ||
Engine: | 2494 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 170 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 226 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 209 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 (combined) 12.4 (urban) 7.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km (22.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.75m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | ||
Gross weight: | 2020 kg |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 engine G6AV
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 180,000 to 300,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 2497 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 83.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 76 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6 oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.6 litres (4.9 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 7.3 litres (7.7 quarts) |
Power | 160 - 170 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 - 225 NM ON 4000 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1995 |
Duration of production | 10 years |
Most often compared to
All Hyundai Sonata sedan [2001 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Hyundai Sonata 2001 1.8
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most fuel efficient version by real consumption |
1.8 Petrol | 131 HP | - | Manual (5) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 1.8 Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 | 1.8 Petrol | 131 HP | - | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.0i
Jun 2001 — Jan 2005 Most fuel efficient version |
2.0 Petrol | 133 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.0i Jun 2001 — Jan 2005 | 2.0 Petrol | 133 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.5 V6
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most fuel efficient version |
2.5 Petrol | 170 HP | 9.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.7i V6 Jun 2001 — Jan 2005 | 2.7 Petrol | 172 HP | 10.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai Sonata 2001 2.7 V6 GLS
Jan 2001 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds |
2.7 Petrol | 173 HP | 9.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |