The Hyundai 1.6 liter Gamma Engine, which first debuted on the 2012 Hyundai Accent model released earlier this year, has been named as one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines by WardsAuto World.
“Hyundai spent three years on the list with its excellent Tau 5.0-liter V-8, but 2012 brings evidence the auto maker can deliver world-class small engines as well,” writes WardsAuto World Executive Editor, Tom Murphy. “The new 1.6-liter DI Gamma four-cylinder is powering entry level vehicles such as the Hyundai Accent and demonstrates its versatility in the Hyundai Veloster three-door coupe. Mated with an excellent six-speed manual transmission for our evaluation, this package makes the Accent an easy pick for B-class car shoppers. Priced a shade above $14,000, the Gamma-equipped Accent is an excellent value that will surprise and delight any first-time buyer.”
The 2012 Hyundai Accent comes with the award winning 1.6 liter GDI Gamma engine which also has a proprietary six-speed automatic or manual transmission. With these two paired up, the 2012 Hyundai Accent gets an economical 30 mpg city / 40 mpg highway and best in class 138 horsepower.
“Gasoline-direct-injection technology allowed Hyundai engineers to create an engine that is powerful, fuel-efficient and has reduced emissions,” said Hyundai American Technical Center Inc. (HATCI) Powertrain Director, John Juriga. “Despite its small size, it generates some big numbers, with both impressive horsepower output and up to 40 mpg on the highway.”
The new Gamma 1.6 liter four-cylinder engine is the smallest engine among Hyundai models to use Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) in the U.S., which helps deliver an estimated highway fuel economy up to 40 mog, along with higher reliability and lower emissions.
The 2012 Hyundai Accent is now available at World Hyundai in the Matteson Auto Mall. Click below to watch our World Hyundai test drive video in the all new 2012 Hyundai Accent!
