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 2005 3.3i V6 technical data
Model: | Hyundai Sonata 3.3i V6 | ||
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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 |
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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. |
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Engine also used on | Kia Sorento |
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All Hyundai Sonata sedan [2005 - 2008] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |