From 2012 until 2020, the Hyundai G6DF 3.3-liter V6 engine was manufactured in Korea and the US and fitted front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models like the Sorento, Santa Fe, and Grand Santa Fe. Additionally, the Carnival minivan and Cadenza sedan have this power unit under the hood.
G6DB, G6DF, G6DH, G6DM, and G6DP make up the Lambda 3.3L family.
The engine was mounted on:
- Hyundai Grand Santa Fe 1 (NC) in 2013 – 2020;
- Hyundai Santa Fe 3 (DM) in 2012 – 2018;
- Kia Cadenza 2 (YG) in 2016 – 2019;
- Kia Carnival 3 (YP) in 2014 – 2020;
- Kia Sorento 3 (UM) in 2014 – 2020.
Specifications
| Production years | 2012-2020 |
| Displacement, cc | 3342 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 270 (in some markets, power was limited to 249 hp) |
| Torque output, Nm | 318 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 92 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83.8 |
| Compression ratio | 10.4 |
| Features | VIS |
| 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 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Kia Sorento Prime 2015) — city — highway — combined |
14.4 8.3 10.5 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 212 (with attachments) |
Disadvantages of the Hyundai G6DF engine
High fuel or oil consumption is the subject of the majority of complaints on specialized forums.
The quick development of oil scraper rings is the primary cause of the oil burn in this area.
Keep an eye on the cooling system because this aluminum unit is prone to overheating.
The timing resource, particularly the hydraulic tensioner, was the subject of numerous complaints during the initial years.
This area lacks hydraulic lifters, and valve clearances must be changed on a regular basis.