The company produced the 1.6-liter 16-valve Hyundai G4GR engine from 1995 to 2001 and installed it on two models of the Korean concern: the Lantra J2 or the Coupe created on its basis. In addition to the standard 114 hp modification, a 90 hp version was offered in some markets.
The Beta family includes engines: G4GR, G4GB, G4GM, G4GC, G4GF.
The engine was installed on:
- Hyundai Coupe 1 (RD) in 1996 – 2001;
- Hyundai Lantra 2 (RD)in 1995 – 2000.
Specifications
| Production years | 1995-2001 |
| Displacement, cc | 1599 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 114 |
| Torque output, Nm | 145 |
| Cylinder block | cast iron R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 77.4 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85 |
| Compression ratio | 9.85 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain & belt |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 2 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Lantra 1997) — city — highway — combined |
10.7 6.7 8.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 136 |
Disadvantages of the Hyundai G4GR engine
- In the early years of production, there were many problems with build quality and some components;
- Hydraulic lifters do not tolerate poor lubrication and can knock up to 100,000 km;
- The timing belt does not always serve the required 60 thousand km, and when it breaks, the valves bend;
- On long runs, an oil burner is often found due to wear of rings and caps;
- Weaknesses also include the exhaust manifold, which often cracks.
