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Hyundai · Luxury · 2011–2016

Hyundai Grandeur HG

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Hyundai Grandeur HG is available with one engine variant at 260 hp.

3.8L V6 (Lambda II) · Benziner· 260 PS
2011 2016
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
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The Hyundai 3.8L V6 (Lambda II) (Benziner, 260 PS) has the G6DJ (3.8L V6 (Lambda II)) — rated: "Be Careful", 6 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Automatic gearbox fails

Input and output speed sensors for the automatic gearbox fail and put the gearbox into limp mode. Transmission electronics considered unreliable. On motorways, hard shifting impulses can occur on failure.

Symptoms: Vehicle shifts abruptly and hard, stays in one gear, transmission limp mode indicator, vehicle judders on acceleration
from 150,000 km
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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 10 weaknesses have been documented for the Hyundai Grandeur HG (2011–2016) — 6 engine-related and 4 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Gearbox, Electronics, Interior, Other.

Grandeur (G6DJ, 2011–2016) — Be Careful: Intake valve carbon buildup Lambda II T-GDi V6, GDI direct injection causes heavy intake valve carbon buildup, CVVT phaser leaks oil — camshaft sensor contaminated. Power: 260 PS.

What to watch out for with the Hyundai Grandeur? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Hyundai Grandeur HG have? +
The Hyundai Grandeur HG has 6 known engine weaknesses and 4 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Hyundai Grandeur HG? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: G6DJ (3.8L V6 (Lambda II)). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the G6DJ (3.8L V6 (Lambda II)).
Which Hyundai Grandeur HG engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Hyundai Grandeur HG — rated: "Decent". {description} The Grandeur is big, comfortable, and completely uninterested in cornering speed.
Is the Hyundai Grandeur HG worth buying used? +
The Hyundai Grandeur HG requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Hyundai Grandeur HG? +
The Hyundai Grandeur HG is available with engine variants from 260 to 271 hp. Petrol: G6DJ (3.8L V6 (Lambda II)).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee