Hyundai Coupe second generation

Hyundai Coupe second generation
Photo: Vauxford / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

The Hyundai Coupe second generation (2002–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 12 versions in the United Kingdom.

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

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,400 mm RDW4,395 mm
Width1,760 mm RDW1,760 mm
Height1,330 mm RDW1,330 mm
Wheelbase2,530 mm RDW2,530 mm
Front track1,490–1,510 mm ASTRA–
Rear track1,490–1,510 mm ASTRA–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,232–1,334 kg RDW1,233–1,395 kg
Mass in running order1,332–1,434 kg RDW–
Gross vehicle weight1,700–1,760 kg RDW–
Towing, braked trailer1,200–1,400 kg RDW–
Towing, unbraked trailer550 kg RDW–
Seats and space
Seats4 RDW–
Doors2 RDW–
Performance
Top speed185–218 km/h RDW195–220 km/h
Torque186–245 Nm ASTRA143–245 Nm

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

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). 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 older59.2% (58.4–59.9)69.2%17,763

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Brakes54.5%36.4%
Suspension40.1%41.6%
Lights and electrics34.4%28.8%
Tyres32.3%31.2%
Body, chassis and structure26.4%18.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks17.5%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 second 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
2006–20091.6l DOHC1.6 LPetrol5-speed manual7.6 L/100 km NEDC182 g/km
2006–20092.0l2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.0 L/100 km NEDC193 g/km
2006–20092.0l2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.5 L/100 km NEDC203 g/km
2006–20082.7l V62.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic10.3 L/100 km NEDC247 g/km
2006–20082.7l V62.7 LPetrol6-speed manual9.9 L/100 km NEDC236 g/km
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
2003–20042.0l CVVT Engine (2003 MY) · 2.0l2.0 LPetrol5-speed manual8.0 L/100 km NEDC193 g/km
2003–20042.0l CVVT Engine (2003 MY) · 2.0l2.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic8.8 L/100 km NEDC211 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

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