Veloster I · 2011–2018

Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi Veloster I · 140 hp (2011 to 2018)

The Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi of the Veloster I generation uses the G4FD 1.6 GDi petrol engine with 140 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
140 PS / 103 kW
Displacement
1 591 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
G4FD 1.6 GDi
Period covered
2011–2018
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 6 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

140 hp (103 kW), front-wheel drive, 6-speed manual. Built from 2011 to 2018.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The G4FD 1.6 GDi engine is also fitted to: Hyundai i40 (i40), Hyundai Tucson (Tucson III TL), Hyundai ix35 (ix35 / Tucson II), Kia Ceed (cee’d II JD), Kia Carens (Carens IV), Kia Soul (Soul II).

AutoKarnet advice

Maintenance and records

Oil and filter change

Typical interval: 15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first.

15 000 km

12 months

API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3 — Engine, model year and severe use may require a shorter interval; do not exceed the service warning. The listed oil approvals are not interchangeable: check the one for the engine.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

24 months

Brake fluid: generally replaced every 2 years; inspect the brakes at each service.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi Veloster I?

The G4FD 1.6 GDi petrol engine (1 591 cc), 140 hp (103 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Hyundai Veloster 1.6 GDi?

A API SN/SP / ILSAC GF-5/GF-6 / ACEA C2/C3-approved oil suited to the G4FD 1.6 GDi engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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