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Used Hyundai Engines for Sale — Grade A, VIN-matched & Warranted

Does your Hyundai engine fail, and are you searching for used Hyundai engines for sale? Fortunately, Moon Auto Parts stocks a comprehensive range of used Hyundai engines, covering every major model in the US Hyundai lineup, like Sonata, Elantra, Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade, Kona, Ioniq, Accent, Veloster, Azera, Genesis Coupe, and Venue. Furthermore, we source every used Hyundai engine in our inventory from verified low-mileage donor vehicles. In addition, our certified technicians compression-test each engine. Next, we VIN-verify it for exact fitment, and additionally, we offer free shipping to all commercial addresses across the USA with no core charge required.

Hyundai Engine Families — Theta II 2.4L, Nu 2.0L & Lambda 3.3L V6

Theta II 2.4L GDI — Sonata, Santa Fe Sport & Tucson

The Hyundai Theta II 2.4L GDI four-cylinder engine is the one that people want the most. The Sonata, Santa Fe Sport and Tucson used this Hyundai engine. Hyundai made these cars from 2011 to 2019. The Hyundai Theta II engine produces 185 to 190 horsepower.

The Hyundai Theta II engine has had some problems. There is a history of the connecting rod bearing failing. This is because there was metal debris in the oil system when the engine was made. This debris caused the problems. Because of this, there was a class action settlement. The people who own the Hyundai Theta II engine got a warranty. This warranty covers the models from 2011 to 2019.

Our team checks the Hyundai Theta II engines that Hyundai made after the recall. We make sure that our technicians complete any needed service. If you buy a Hyundai Sonata engine or a Hyundai Santa Fe engine from us, you can be sure that we know about the problems with the Hyundai Theta II engine.

Nu 2.0L MPI and GDI — Elantra & Tucson

The Nu 2.0L engine powers the Elantra, Tucson, and Ioniq Hybrid. It comes in two versions: MPI and GDI. This engine makes between 147 and 161 horsepower. We have used Hyundai Elantra engines from our Nu inventory. These engines cover the 2011 to 2020 model years. Many of them have mileage. The Nu engine is very reliable. It does not have the bearing failure problem that some other engines have. This makes it one of Hyundai's dependable engines. The Nu engine is used in Hyundai models, including the Elantra, Tucson, and Ioniq hybrid, and the Nu engine has proven to be a good choice. The Hyundai Elantra and Nu engine have a reputation. The Nu engine and Elantra have been around for a while.

Lambda 3.3L and 3.5L V6 — Santa Fe, Palisade & Azera

Hyundai uses the Lambda V6 engine in several cars, including the Santa Fe XL, Palisade, Azera, and Genesis sedan. It comes in 3.3L and 3.5L versions. Produces between 290 and 311 horsepower. The Lambda V6 has a reputation for being reliable. We have low-mileage Lambda V6 engines available through our salvage network. The Lambda engine family is also used in some Kia cars like the Sorento, Telluride, and K900. This means that parts for the Lambda V6 are easy to find and not too expensive. The Lambda V6 engine is a platform that provides broad parts availability and competitive pricing. The Lambda V6 engines have low-mileage donor availability through our salvage network.

Buy Low-Mileage Hyundai Engines Online — VIN Verified & Warranted

When you need to replace the engine in your Hyundai car, you have to make sure that you get the Theta II variant. The 2.4L GDI engines are different even if they look the same because they have connecting rods and the computer that controls the engine is set up differently. This is true for engines made in years.

If you buy a Hyundai engine from Moon Auto Parts, we will check to make sure it is the right one for your car. First, we use the number on your car to do this. And then check the engine code, when the Theta II engine was made, if it is a GDI or MPI engine, and what kind of emissions it has. We do all of this before we send you the engine.

All of our Hyundai engines that have mileage have records that show how many miles they have. We provide warranty coverage of 4 years or 40,000 miles. You do not have to pay extra for this. And also, we do not charge you to return the engine, and we ship the new one to you for free if you have it sent to a business.

We also have used Hyundai transmissions that you can buy from us at Moon Auto Parts. We get these from the people who sell us our engines. If you want to talk to someone about buying a Hyundai engine or transmission, you can call us at +1(888) 777-0769. We are open in the store Monday through Friday from 9 in the morning to 7 at night. We are in the central time zone.

Purchase Hyundai Engines at Moon Auto Parts

Looking for a reliable used engine? Moon Auto Parts is your ultimate destination. We sell tested engines with a 4-year/40,000-mile warranty and free shipping to all commercial addresses, as well as shipping to residential addresses for $199. We also offer quality used Hyundai transmissions. Don't worry if you cannot find a Hyundai Santa Fe warranty anywhere else; we are your solution, delivering a free warranty for Santa Fe engines too. When shopping with us, second owners never have to worry about the Hyundai warranty either. We deliver the best quality engines at the best prices.

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We stock used Hyundai engines for all major models including the Sonata, Elantra, Tucson, Santa Fe, Palisade, Kona, Ioniq, Accent, Veloster, and Azera. Engine families include the Theta II 2.4L GDI, Nu 2.0L, Lambda 3.3L/3.5L V6, and Gamma 1.6T.
The Theta II 2.4L GDI engine fitted to the 2011 to 2019 Sonata, Santa Fe Sport, and Tucson has a documented connecting rod bearing failure issue caused by metal debris contamination from manufacturing. Symptoms include engine knocking, sudden power loss, and in severe cases engine seizure. Hyundai extended the warranty on affected models. Moon Auto Parts specifically sources Theta II replacement units from verified low-mileage donors with post-recall production records where available.
Yes. Kia and Hyundai are sister companies under Hyundai Motor Group and share multiple engine families including the Theta II 2.4L GDI, Nu 2.0L, Lambda 3.3L V6, and Gamma 1.6L. The Theta II engine recall affected both Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima simultaneously. While the base engine architecture is shared, sensor configurations and ECU calibrations can differ between brands — always provide your VIN to confirm the correct specification before ordering.
Used Hyundai Theta II 2.4L engines for the Sonata start competitively below dealer replacement pricing of $2,500 to $4,500. Used Nu 2.0L engines for the Elantra are among our most affordable Hyundai units. All prices include free commercial shipping and the 4-year / 40,000-mile warranty at no extra cost. Call (888) 777-0769 for current pricing.
Yes. Every used Hyundai engine — from the Theta II Sonata unit to the Lambda V6 Palisade engine — is covered by Moon Auto Parts' 4-year / 40,000-mile warranty at no extra cost. This is our own warranty covering major internal components from installation date. Full terms are provided in writing before purchase.
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