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1998 Hyundai Tiburon

US · Subcompact Cars

The 1998 Hyundai Tiburon is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
2.0L 4-cylinder
Power
Not available
Torque
Not available
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Seating
Not available
Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.
Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.0L 4-cylinder
Power Output
Not available
Peak Torque
Not available
Combined Economy
Not available
Drivetrain
FWD
Transmission
Not available
Capacity
Not available
Exterior Dimensions
Not available
Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine2.0L 4-cylinder
Displacement2.0 L
Cylinders4
Fuel typeGasoline

Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainFWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)
City20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km)
Highway28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 19, 2026.

  • 01V345000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELTS MAY NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY THROUGH THE D-RING GUIDES MOUNTED ON THE BODY PILLARS AFT OF THE DOORS. IF THE SEAT BELTS DO NOT EXTEND AND RETRACT SMOOTHLY, THEY MAY TWIST IN THE D-RING GUIDES AND MAKE IT INCONVENIENT TO EXTEND AND RETRACT THE SEAT BELTS.

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOPPER OVER EACH FRONT SEAT BELT D-RING GUIDE TO ASSIST THE SEAT BELT TO SMOOTHLY EXTEND AND RETRACT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 10, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN…

    Reported November 6, 2001. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 19, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 19, 2026

Data verified: October 19, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

Related vehicles

  • Varies by configuration: 1.8L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)), 2.0L 4-cylinder ((FFS) (MPFI)) · FWD
    23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

  • 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
    23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km)

Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon have?

2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon?

Combined fuel economy is 23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 22 mpg (10.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 1998 Hyundai Tiburon?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 19, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.