Hyundai Matrix 1.8 (122 hp)

Gasoline engine with 122 hp (90 kW) and 119 lb-ft (162 Nm), built 2001–2005, minivan body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful gasoline version of the generation.

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Power122 hp (90 kW)
Torque119 lb-ft (162 Nm)
0–62 mph11.3 s
Top speed114 mph (184 km/h)
FuelGasoline

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.8 (122 hp)
Displacement1.8 L (1,796 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemMulti-point indirect injection
Compression ratio10
Bore82 mm
Stroke85 mm

Performance

Power122 hp (90 kW) @ 6000 rpm
Torque119 lb-ft (162 Nm) @ 4500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11.3 s
Top speed114 mph (184 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelGasoline
City20 mpg (11.5 l/100 km)
Highway27 mpg (8.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleMinivan
Doors5
Length158.5 in (4,025 mm)
Width68.5 in (1,740 mm)
Height64.4 in (1,635 mm)
Curb weight2,994 lb (1,358 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,012 lb (1,820 kg)
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft (350 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone
Tires195/55 R15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Hyundai Matrix with this engine

  • On a gasoline engine, check the oil consumption, the timing chain or belt and, on turbo engines, the turbocharger.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Hyundai Matrix engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.5 CRDi (82 hp)Diesel82 hp (60 kW)
1.6 (103 hp)Gasoline103 hp (76 kW)
1.6 (103 hp) AutomaticGasoline103 hp (76 kW)
1.8 (122 hp) AutomaticGasoline122 hp (90 kW)
1.5 16V CRDi (102 hp)Diesel102 hp (75 kW)

← All Hyundai Matrix engines

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