Hyundai G4EA – 1.5L SOHC 12V

• Engine Code: G4EA

• Family: Hyundai Alpha I engine series

• Displacement: 1.5 L (1,493 cc)

• Configuration: Inline-4

• Valvetrain: SOHC, 12-valve (3 valves per cylinder – 2 intake, 1 exhaust)

• Fuel System: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI)

• Aspiration: Naturally aspirated

• Power Output: ~88–91 hp (65–67 kW) @ ~5,500 rpm

• Torque: ~130 Nm @ 3,000–3,500 rpm

• Timing: Belt-driven camshaft

• Production: Mid-1990s to early 2000s

🚙 Applications (G4EA 1.5 SOHC 12V)

Found in entry-level Hyundai models of the late 90s/early 2000s:

• Hyundai Accent X3 (1994–1999) – base 1.5 version

• Hyundai Excel (some markets)

• Hyundai Elantra (select early trims)

✅ Strengths

• Simple, reliable design.

• Low-cost maintenance & parts widely available.

• Fuel efficient for its time.

⚠️ Common Issues

• Timing belt failure → valve damage (must be replaced on schedule ±90,000 km).

• Oil leaks from valve cover gasket.

• Idle issues (throttle body / IACV dirty).

• Weak power output compared to modern engines.