AVOID
Early Turbo
Theta II 2.0T (G4KH)
Hyundai/Kia · 2.0L Turbo I4
2010–2019
0
/ 100
AVOID
"Same Theta II platform. Better than 2.4 but shares some bearing concerns. Powerful though."
Layout
I4
Displacement
1998 cc
Power
245–274 hp
Type
Petrol Turbo
Known Issues
0
Total Risk Cost
€0–€0
Models with Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) 7
Related Guides
Hyundai/Kia Engines to Avoid: Reliability Scores & Known Problems
Which Hyundai/Kia engines have the worst reliability? Data-backed scores and known issues for 8 low-scoring Hyundai/Kia …
Most Reliable Hyundai/Kia Engines: Complete Ranking with Scores
Which Hyundai/Kia engines are the most reliable? Data-backed ranking of 3 Hyundai/Kia engines scoring 78/100 or higher.
Most Reliable Engines Under 1.4L: Complete Ranking
19 engines under 1.4L scored by reliability. Data-backed ranking with issues and repair costs.
Other Hyundai/Kia Engines
BUY
82
Gamma 1.6 MPI (G4FC)
1.6L NA I4
View details → Compare: Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) vs Gamma 1.6 MPI (G4FC)
BUY
80
Gamma 1.4 MPI (G4FA)
1.4L NA I4
View details → Compare: Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) vs Gamma 1.4 MPI (G4FA)
BUY
80
U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)
1.6L Diesel I4
View details → Compare: Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) vs U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)
ACCEPTABLE
75
G6DH 3.5 V6
G6DH 3.5 V6 Lambda III
View details → Compare: Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) vs G6DH 3.5 V6Tuning Potential
300hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) reliable?
The Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) scores 45/100 with a verdict of AVOID. It has 0 documented issues with total repair costs between €0 and €0.
What cars use the Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.0T (G4KH)?
How much does it cost to repair the Theta II 2.0T (G4KH)?
Total potential repair costs for all 0 known issues range from €0 to €0.
What years was the Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) produced?
The Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.0T (G4KH) was produced from 2010 to 2019. It is a 1998cc I4 petrol turbo engine.
Scores are calculated from documented issues, repair costs, and failure patterns across thousands of owner reports and technical sources. Learn about our methodology. Always inspect before you buy.