Since 2018, only a few comparable Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride crossovers have been equipped with the 3.8-liter gasoline engine known as the Hyundai-Kia G6DN or 3.8 GDi. The unit has a high compression ratio because it runs on an economical Atkinson cycle.
Lambda 3.8L family: G6DA, G6DJ, G6DK, and G6DN.
The engine was mounted on:
- Hyundai Palisade 1 (LX2) since 2018;
- Kia Telluride 1 (ON) since 2019.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2018 |
| Displacement, cc | 3778 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 290 – 295 |
| Torque output, Nm | 355 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 96 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 87 |
| Compression ratio | 13.0 |
| Features | Atkinson cycle |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual CVVT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 6.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5/6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Palisade 2019) — city — highway — combined |
14.4 8.1 10.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~300 000 |
| Weight, kg | 218 (with attachments) |
Disadvantages of the Hyundai G6DN engine
The development of carbon deposits on the intake valves is currently the primary issue.
Keep an eye on the cooling system’s condition because this engine is quite hot.
The resource was limited compared to the predecessor, so we’ll see how long the timing chains last.
It lacks hydraulic lifters, so remember to adjust the valve clearances.