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Hyundai Coupe GK

Headline trim: 2.7 V6 — 164 bhp, 0-62 in 8.0s.

Hyundai Coupe GK press photo
Verdict
C
BHP
164 bhp
0–60
8.0 s
Top speed
132 mph
MPG
29.0 mpg
Used
£900-£4,000

Strengths

  • All-new car with stiffer body
  • 6-speed gearbox option
  • V6 noise

Weaknesses

  • Steering numb
  • Cabin plastics still poor
  • Underwhelming dynamics

Notable tech

  • New platform — sometimes badged Tiburon
  • 2.0 four / 2.7 V6 petrol
  • 5MT / 6MT / 4AT
  • Front-wheel drive

Common issues

  • Crank position sensor failure
  • V6 timing belt service intensive
  • Rear shock bush wear

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across GK's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

Pick two engines to compare
2.0 petrol
BHP141
Torque186 Nm
0–609.1 s
Top124 mph
MPG32 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox5MT / 4AT
2.7 V6 petrol
BHP164
Torque245 Nm
0–608.0 s
Top132 mph
MPG29 mpg
DriveFWD
Gearbox6MT / 4AT