Hyundai/Kia G4FA – 1.4L DOHC 16V (Gamma Engine)

• Engine Code: G4FA

• Family: Gamma series

• Displacement: 1.4 L (1,396 cc)

• Configuration: Inline-4, naturally aspirated

• Valvetrain: DOHC, 16 valves, CVVT (continuous variable valve timing)

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

• Power Output:

  • ~107–110 hp (79–81 kW) @ 6,300 rpm

  • Torque ~137 Nm @ 4,200 rpm

• Timing: Chain-driven DOHC (stronger than the older G4EE belt)

• Years of Production: ~2007–present (varies by model)

🚙 Applications (G4FA)

This engine is widely used in Hyundai & Kia compact cars:

• Hyundai i20 1.4 (2008–2015)

• Hyundai i30 1.4 (2007–2012)

• Hyundai Accent RB 1.4 (2010–2017)

• Hyundai Verna 1.4

• Kia Rio UB 1.4 (2011–2017)

• Kia Ceed ED 1.4 (2007–2012)

• Kia Venga 1.4

✅ Strengths

• More modern and fuel-efficient than older Alpha-series (G4EE).

• Uses timing chain (no belt replacement).

• Reliable if serviced regularly.

• Good balance of power & economy.

⚠️ Common Issues

• Timing chain rattle if oil changes are neglected.

• Hydraulic lifter noise at cold start (common on high mileage).

• Oil consumption possible after 150,000 km+.

• Coil packs prone to failure (misfires).