Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 petrol description

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV has been produced from 2020 to 2023. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 180 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute. It is an MHEV (Mild Hybrid) hybrid vehicle, with electric motor that assists the internal combustion engine, however, the car cannot run on electric power alone, and the battery is charged while driving (external charging is not available).

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 5 and Euro 6 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 160 up to 270 thousand 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 Tucson 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.1 litres.

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 205 km/h.

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (17.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 6 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 54 litres or 14.27 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Hyundai real everyday fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100 km, which is 34% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Hyundai Tucson fuel consumption.

Hyundai Tucson safety

During safety testing Hyundai Tucson has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Hyundai Tucson is evaluated with very good rate 86 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 87 from 100, for pedestrian protection Hyundai Tucson got 66 points from 100.
Hyundai Tucson safety equipment has been rated as average - 70 percents from 100.

With the same engine there are also two other Hyundai Tucson versions - with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI HEV Automatic 4x4 AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Hyundai Tucson 2020 G1.6 SmartStream AT 4x4) available:
  • Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI HEV Automatic 4x4 AT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds faster (in 9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.2 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 6.0 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 7.9 litres per 100 km
  • Hyundai Tucson 2020 G1.6 SmartStream AT 4x4 manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 24 % - 7.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.5 litres per 100 km
Hyundai Tucson 1.6 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Hyundai Tucson 2020

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV technical data

Model: Hyundai Tucson 1.6 T-GDI MHEV
Body style: Crossover / SUV
Production period: 2020. January ... 2023. December 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 180 HP ON 5500 RPM Torque: 265 NM ON 1500 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 205 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.8 (combined) 6.0 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Battery capacity: 0.44 kWh (total)
Real fuel consumption: 7.8 l/100km (30.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres (14.3 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.50m (length) 1.87m (width) 1.67m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 170 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 577 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1756 litres (with rear seats folded down, if possible)
Gross weight: 2065 kg Net weight: 1463 kg Load capacity: 602 kg

Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV engine G4FJ

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 160,000 to 270,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1591 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 77 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 85.4 mm
Compression ratio 9.5 : 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 150,000 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 Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV oil type 0W-30, 5W-30
Oil capacity 5.1 litres (5.4 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 8 litres (8.5 quarts)
Power 177 - 204 HP ON 5500 RPM
Torque 265 NM ON 1500 RPM
Start of production (year) 2011
Duration of production 15 years
Engine also used on Kia Sportage Kia Ceed Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Elantra and 6 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Hyundai Tucson crossover [2020 - 2024] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI HEV Automatic

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8 seconds
Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.6 Petrol
HEV hybrid engine
60 HP 4.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 Smartstream HEV Automatic 4x4 1.6 Petrol
HEV hybrid engine
60 HP - Automatic (6) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV Automatic 4x4 1.6 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
60 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI 150 Hp

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 150 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
150 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV Automatic 1.6 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
150 HP 5.7 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI 150 Hp 4x4

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.6 Petrol 150 HP - Manual (6) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI MHEV Jan 2020 — Dec 2023 1.6 Petrol
MHEV hybrid engine
180 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDI HEV Automatic 4x4 1.6 Petrol
HEV hybrid engine
180 HP 6.0 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 G1.6 SmartStream 4x4 1.6 Petrol 180 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 CRDi 116 Hp Jan 2020 — Dec 2022 1.6 Diesel 116 HP 4.8 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 CRDi MHEV Automatic Jan 2020 — Dec 2023

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.6 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
136 HP 4.4 l/100km Automatic (7) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 CRDi MHEV Automatic 4x4 Jan 2020 — Dec 2023 1.6 Diesel
MHEV hybrid engine
136 HP 4.7 l/100km Automatic (7) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 Smartstream PHEV Automatic 4x4 1.6 Hybrid
PHEV
91 HP - Automatic (6) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 1.6 T-GDi 4x4 1.6 Hybrid 91 HP - Automatic (6) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 G2.0 SmartStream 2.0 Petrol 156 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 D2.0 SmartStream 4x4

Most powerfull diesel version (186 HP)

2.0 Diesel 186 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (8) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 2.5 Smartstream Automatic

Most powerfull petrol version (187 HP)

2.5 Petrol 187 HP - Automatic (8) Front wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 2.5 Smartstream Automatic 4x4

Most powerfull petrol version (187 HP)

2.5 Petrol 187 HP - Automatic (8) All wheel
Hyundai Tucson 2020 reviews
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