The 1.6-liter Hyundai D4FE or Smartstream D 1.6 CRDi engine has been produced since 2017 and is installed on such popular concern models as the i30, i40, Ceed, Sportage or Tucson. This diesel engine exists in two different power versions: 116 hp / 280 Nm and 136 hp / 320 Nm.
U family: D3FA, D4FA, D4FA-IND, D4FB, D4FC, D4FD, D4FE.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2017 |
| Displacement, cc | 1598 |
| Fuel system | Common Rail |
| Power output, hp | 116 – 136 |
| Torque output, Nm | 280 – 320 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 77 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85.8 |
| Compression ratio | 15.9 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | Garrett GTE1244VZM |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.4 |
| Fuel type | diesel |
| Euro standards | EURO 6d |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Tucson 2021) — city — highway — combined |
5.6 4.4 4.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 148.5 |
The engine was installed on:
- Hyundai i30 3 (PD) since 2017;
- Hyundai i40 1 (VF) in 2018 – 2019;
- Hyundai Tucson 3 (TL) in 2018 – 2020, Tucson 4 (NX4) since 2020;
- Hyundai Kona 1 (OS) since 2018;
- Kia Ceed 3 (CD) since 2018;
- Kia Optima 4 (JF) in 2018 – 2019;
- Kia Sportage 4 (QL) in 2018 – 2021, Sportage 5 (NQ5) since 2021.
Disadvantages of the Hyundai D4FE engine
- So far, the main complaints on specialized forums are caused by the vagaries of the engine fuel system;
- The presence of an SCR catalyst implies the use of an AdBlue urea solution;
- As always, a lot of trouble here is associated with a particulate filter, as well as an EGR valve.
Frequently asked questions about the Hyundai-Kia D4FE
How much power does the Hyundai-Kia D4FE make?
The Hyundai-Kia D4FE develops 116 - 136 hp and 280 - 320 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Hyundai-Kia D4FE take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.4 liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Hyundai-Kia D4FE have a timing belt or chain?
The Hyundai-Kia D4FE uses a timing chain.
Is the Hyundai-Kia D4FE turbocharged?
Yes, the Hyundai-Kia D4FE is turbocharged (Garrett GTE1244VZM).
Does the Hyundai-Kia D4FE need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the Hyundai-Kia D4FE has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the Hyundai-Kia D4FE last?
The typical lifespan of the Hyundai-Kia D4FE is ~250 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Hyundai-Kia D4FE?
Hyundai Tucson 2021: city 5.6, highway 4.4, combined 4.8 L/100 km.
What cars was the Hyundai-Kia D4FE installed on?
Hyundai i30 3 (PD) since 2017; Hyundai i40 1 (VF) in 2018 - 2019; Hyundai Tucson 3 (TL) in 2018 - 2020, Tucson 4 (NX4) since 2020; Hyundai Kona 1 (OS) since 2018; Kia Ceed 3 (CD) since 2018; Kia Optima 4 (JF) in 2018 - 2019 and 1 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the Hyundai-Kia D4FE?
So far, the main complaints on specialized forums are caused by the vagaries of the engine fuel system. The presence of an SCR catalyst implies the use of an AdBlue urea solution. All known problems.
Some of the problems are related with oil pump belt wearing out prematurely and clogging smaller oil canals of oil-vacuum tandem pump, reducing oil pressure to 0 ~ at even 80000 km-s. Some of the problems are related to condensation in the intercooler (usually in -5 to + 5 degrees weather, resulting in worst cases, hydrolocking of the engine. Some of the problems are related to low-pressure EGR system sieve filter clogging up even at ~30000 km.