Hyundai Coupe first generation

Hyundai Coupe first generation
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The Hyundai Coupe first generation (2000–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United Kingdom.

Model codes: RD · Sold in: European Union and United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,340–4,400 mm RDW4,340–4,345 mm
Width1,730–1,760 mm Traficom1,730 mm
Height1,300–1,330 mm Traficom1,303 mm
Wheelbase2,480–2,530 mm RDW2,475 mm
Front track1,465–1,490 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,450–1,490 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,150–1,310 kg RDW1,160–1,215 kg
Mass in running order1,250–1,410 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,600–1,740 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,400 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer550 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats4 RDW–
Doors2 RDW–
Performance
Top speed198–220 km/h Traficom195 km/h
Torque180–245 Nm ASTRA–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 195/65R15, 205/55R16, 215/45R17, 195/60R14, 205/50R15

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), Traficom type approvals (Finland), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older56.1% (53.0–59.2)69.2%987

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes54.6%36.4%
Suspension43.7%41.6%
Lights and electrics35.1%28.8%
Body, chassis and structure33.0%18.6%
Tyres29.6%31.2%
Noise, emissions and leaks24.1%17.1%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 12 versions of the Hyundai Coupe first generation

United Kingdom 12 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2002–20041.6l DOHC (New 2002 Model) · 1.6l DOHC (2002 MY) · 1.6l DOHC1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual7.6 L/100 km NEDC182 g/km
2002–20042.7l V6 (New 2002 Model) · 2.7l V6 (2002 MY) · 2.7l V62.7 LPetrol6-speed manual10.4 L/100 km NEDC250 g/km
2002–20042.7l V6 (New 2002 Model) · 2.7l V6 (2002 MY) · 2.7l V62.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km NEDC247 g/km
2002–20032.0l DOHC (New 2002 Model) · 2.0l DOHC (2002 MY)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.4 L/100 km NEDC202 g/km
2002–20032.0l DOHC (New 2002 Model) · 2.0l DOHC (2002 MY)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km NEDC218 g/km
20011.6 DOHC1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual7.5 L/100 km NEDC179 g/km
20012.0 DOHC2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.5 L/100 km NEDC203 g/km
20012.0 DOHC2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km NEDC228 g/km
20001.6 DOHC · 1.6 DOHC (2000 MY)1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual7.7 L/100 km NEDC184 g/km
20001.6 DOHC · 1.6 DOHC (2000MY)1.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.1 L/100 km NEDC217 g/km
20002.0 DOHC · 2.0 DOHC (2000MY)2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.9 L/100 km NEDC212 g/km
20002.0 DOHC · 2.0 DOHC (2000MY)2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic9.5 L/100 km NEDC226 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.