Hyundai-Kia D3FA
The main trouble comes from the intake manifold with dampers like Swirl Control Valve, which quickly overgrows with soot and requires cleaning…
Hyundai i20 engines
The Hyundai i20 is a South Korean subcompact hatchback vehicle produced by the Hyundai Motor Company since 2008. Since 2014, the second generation of the model has been produced. The model is manufactured in India, Turkey, Iran, and in the 1st generation it was also assembled in Mozambique. For the 2014 World Rally Championship, a special racing version of the Hyundai i20 WRC was produced. The model is not officially sold in the markets of the US, South Korea and the Philippines, as Hyundai Accent is sold there.
The Hyundai i20 was offered with 11 engines since 2008 (8 petrol, 3 diesel). Displacement ranges from 1.0 to 1.6 liters, power output from 75 to 136 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 6 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Hyundai-Kia D4FB (about 350,000 km).
Hyundai i20 engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai i20 1 (PB) 2008–2014 | |||||||
| Hyundai-Kia G4FC | 2008–2010 | 1.6 L R4 | 120–128 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia G4FA | 2008–2014 | 1.4 L R4 | 99–109 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia D4FB | 2008–2010 | 1.6 L R4 | 90–136 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.7 L | ~350,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia G4LA | 2008–2014 | 1.2 L R4 | 78–85 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia D4FC | 2010–2012 | 1.4 L R4 | 75–90 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia D3FA | 2012–2014 | 1.1 L R3 | 75 hp | diesel, turbo | chain | 5.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai i20 2 (GB) 2014–2020 | |||||||
| Hyundai-Kia G4LC | 2014–2018 | 1.4 L R4 | 100 hp | petrol | chain | 3.7 L | ~300,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia G3LC | 2016–2020 | 1.0 L R3 | 100–120 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.9 L | ~220,000 km |
| Hyundai i20 3 (BC3) 2020–present | |||||||
| Hyundai G4LF | 2020–present | 1.2 L R4 | 83–84 hp | petrol | chain | 3.4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Hyundai G3LF | 2020–present | 1.0 L R3 | 120 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~200,000 km |
| Hyundai-Kia G3LE | 2020–present | 1.0 L R3 | 100 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 3.6 L | ~220,000 km |
Hyundai i20 engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Hyundai i20?
Hyundai i20 1 (PB) (2008–2014): Hyundai-Kia G4FC, Hyundai-Kia G4FA, Hyundai-Kia D4FB, Hyundai-Kia G4LA, Hyundai-Kia D4FC and Hyundai-Kia D3FA; Hyundai i20 2 (GB) (2014–2020): Hyundai-Kia G4LC and Hyundai-Kia G3LC; Hyundai i20 3 (BC3) (2020–present): Hyundai G4LF, Hyundai G3LF and Hyundai-Kia G3LE.
Which Hyundai i20 engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Hyundai i20 engines are: Hyundai-Kia D4FB — about 350,000 km; Hyundai-Kia D3FA — about 300,000 km; Hyundai-Kia D4FC — about 300,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Hyundai i20 engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Hyundai G3LF — 3.6 L (0W-20); Hyundai G4LF — 3.4 L (0W-20); Hyundai-Kia D3FA — 5.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30); Hyundai-Kia D4FB — 5.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30); Hyundai-Kia D4FC — 5.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30); Hyundai-Kia G3LC — 3.9 L (5W-30); Hyundai-Kia G3LE — 3.6 L (0W-20); Hyundai-Kia G4FA — 3.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30); Hyundai-Kia G4FC — 3.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30); Hyundai-Kia G4LA — 4.2 L (5W-30, 5W-40); Hyundai-Kia G4LC — 3.7 L (0W-30, 5W-30).
Does the Hyundai i20 have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Hyundai G3LF, Hyundai G4LF, Hyundai-Kia D3FA, Hyundai-Kia D4FB, Hyundai-Kia D4FC, Hyundai-Kia G3LC, Hyundai-Kia G3LE, Hyundai-Kia G4FA, Hyundai-Kia G4FC, Hyundai-Kia G4LA and Hyundai-Kia G4LC.
Was the Hyundai i20 available with a diesel engine?
Yes: Hyundai-Kia D3FA, Hyundai-Kia D4FB and Hyundai-Kia D4FC.
Engine details
Hyundai-Kia D4FB
The turbine of the first generation diesel engines did not last long, sometimes it was replaced at 30,000 km, and defective glow…
Hyundai-Kia G4FA
In the early years, the engine was equipped with a large ram's horn exhaust manifold, but since about 2010 it has been…
Hyundai-Kia G4FC
The motors of the first years of production were equipped with a large “ram's horn” exhaust manifold, but with the transition to…
Hyundai-Kia G4LA
This is a reliable unit and owners often complain about noise and vibration than about breakdowns, but it does not tolerate overheating…
Hyundai-Kia D4FC
This diesel engine is equipped with a completely reliable Bosch Common Rail fuel system and on specialized forums they only complain about…
Hyundai-Kia G4LC
The only widely known problem with this power unit is the oil burner. The manufacturer has lightened the design of the motor…
Hyundai-Kia G3LC
Most often, on specialized forums, they complain about the noisy operation of the unit and excessive vibration.
Hyundai G3LF
On specialized forums, they complain only about electrical glitches and especially about the Start-Stop system.
Hyundai G4LF
On specialized forums, the engine is mostly praised, noting only rare electrical glitches.
Hyundai-Kia G3LE
So far, most complaints are related to the Start-Stop system or electrical glitches.
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