The Hyundai Tiburon, also known as the Hyundai Coupé in some markets, was a compact sports coupe produced from 1996 to 2008, offering an affordable entry into the performance car segment.
From 2003 to 2008, the Tiburon featured two engine options: a 2.0L inline-4 producing 134 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, and a more powerful 2.7L V6 delivering 172 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque.
Transmission options included a 4-speed automatic with overdrive, a 5-speed manual with overdrive, and a 6-speed manual with overdrive, all paired with a front-wheel-drive (FWD) layout.
The V6-powered Tiburon SE stood out as the most performance-oriented trim, offering spirited acceleration and a sporty driving experience.
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Second Generation: 2001-2025
The second-generation Hyundai Tiburon (2003–2008) introduced a significant performance upgrade with the addition of an optional 2.7L V6 engine producing 172 hp and 181 lb-ft of torque, paired with either a six-speed manual or a four-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode.
Base models retained the 2.0L inline-four engine delivering 134–138 hp, mated to a five-speed manual or optional four-speed automatic.
A notable innovation was the adoption of a factory-modified air intake system in 2004, inspired by popular aftermarket modifications, to improve airflow and marginally enhance engine performance.
2008 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon features a horsepower range from 138 hp with the 2.0L engine to 172 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Both engine configurations are paired with a front-wheel-drive layout and a choice of either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed manual transmission.
2008 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SE Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Limited Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 4 Spd Auto w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GS Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2007 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The 2007 Hyundai Tiburon offers a horsepower range from 138 hp with the 2.0L engine to 172 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.0L and a 6-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.7L, both configured with front-wheel drive.
2007 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SE Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Limited Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GS Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2006 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The 2006 Hyundai Tiburon offers a horsepower range from 138 hp with the 2.0L engine to 172 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.0L and a 6-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.7L, both configured with front-wheel drive.
2006 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SE Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Limited Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GS Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2005 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The 2005 Hyundai Tiburon offers a horsepower range from 138 hp with the 2.0L engine to 172 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine.
Transmission options include a 5-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.0L and a 6-speed manual with overdrive for the 2.7L, both configured with front-wheel drive.
2005 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SE Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 3,800 rpm |
GS Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2004 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The 2004 Hyundai Tiburon offers a horsepower range from 138 hp with a 2.0L engine to 172 hp with a 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 136 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, both configurations utilizing a front-wheel-drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
2004 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
172 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
138 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
136 ft-lbs @ 4,500 rpm |
2003 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower
The Hyundai Tiburon offers a horsepower range from 134 hp with the 2.0L engine to 170 hp with the 2.7L engine.
Torque output varies from 132 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 181 lb-ft with the 2.7L engine, both configurations utilizing a front-wheel-drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
2003 Hyundai Tiburon Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
GT Coupe |
2.7L | V6 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
170 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
181 ft-lbs @ 4,000 rpm |
Coupe |
2.0L | I4 | 5 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
134 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
132 ft-lbs @ 4,600 rpm |
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