Hyundai i20 2009 1.6
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 petrol description
Hatchback Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 has been produced from January, 2009 to January, 2012. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 126 horsepower on 6300 rpm and torque 157 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-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 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 180 000 to 300 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to ...
This Hyundai i20 1.6 engine oil type is 0W-30, 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.7 litres.
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 190 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.1 litres per 100km (16.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 7.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
Hyundai i20 safety
During safety testing Hyundai i20 has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Hyundai i20 is evaluated with very good rate 88 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 83 from 100, for pedestrian protection Hyundai i20 got 64 points from 100.
Hyundai i20 safety equipment has been rated as very good - 86 percents from 100.

Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 technical data
Model: | Hyundai i20 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2009. January ... 2012. January | ||
Engine: | 1591 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 126 HP ON 6300 RPM | Torque: | 157 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 190 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 (combined) 7.7 (urban) 5.1 (highway) | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 45 litres (11.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.94m (length) 1.71m (width) 1.49m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | ||
Ground clearance: | 150 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
Trunk capacity: | 295 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1060 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1565 kg |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 engine G4FC
Engine reliability and common problems:
Overall, the engine is reliable and not very demanding on fuel quality. Fuel injectors tend to be noisy. Timing chain resource is relatively low.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.
Engine displacement | 1591 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 77 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 85.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 | 180,000 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 i20 2009 1.6 oil type | 0W-30, 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 3.7 litres (3.9 quarts) More service info |
Power | 120 - 128 HP ON 6300 RPM |
Torque | 154 - 158 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2006 |
Duration of production | 19 years |
Engine also used on | Kia Ceed Hyundai Elantra Hyundai i30 Hyundai Accent Kia RIO and 4 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 i20 hatchback [2009 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Hyundai i20 2009 1.2
Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 78 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 | 1.4 Petrol | 100 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai i20 2010 1.4 CRDi
Jan 2010 — Dec 2012 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.4 Diesel | 75 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai i20 2010 1.4 CRDi Jan 2010 — Dec 2012 | 1.4 Diesel | 90 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6
Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 126 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6
Jan 2009 — Jan 2012 Most powerfull petrol version (126 HP) |
1.6 Petrol | 126 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Hyundai i20 2009 1.6 CRDi Jan 2009 — Dec 2010 | 1.6 Diesel | 116 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Hyundai i20 2010 1.6 CRDi
Jan 2010 — Dec 2010 Most powerfull diesel version (128 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 128 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Manual (6) |