AVOID
Early Turbo
Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ)
Hyundai/Kia · 2.4L GDI I4
2009–2020
0
/ 100
AVOID
"MASSIVE recall. Rod bearing failure, engine seizure, fire risk. Multiple class-actions. Avoid."
Layout
I4
Displacement
2359 cc
Power
188–201 hp
Type
Petrol Na
Known Issues
0
Total Risk Cost
€0–€0
Models with Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ) 8
Other Hyundai/Kia Engines
BUY
82
Gamma 1.6 MPI (G4FC)
1.6L NA I4
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BUY
80
Gamma 1.4 MPI (G4FA)
1.4L NA I4
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BUY
80
U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)
1.6L Diesel I4
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ACCEPTABLE
75
G6DH 3.5 V6
G6DH 3.5 V6 Lambda III
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Not recommended — too risky
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ) reliable?
The Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ) scores 38/100 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 2.4 (G4KJ)?
How much does it cost to repair the Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ)?
Total potential repair costs for all 0 known issues range from €0 to €0.
What years was the Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ) produced?
The Hyundai/Kia Theta II 2.4 (G4KJ) was produced from 2009 to 2020. It is a 2359cc I4 petrol na engine.
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