The 3.5-liter V6 Hyundai G6DC engine has been produced at factories in Korea and the USA since 2009 and during this time it has been installed on many front- and all-wheel drive models of the Korean company, such as the Sorento and Santa Fe crossovers, the Cadenza and Grandeur sedans, and the Carnival minivan.
Lambda 3.5L family: G6DC, G6DS, G6DU, G6DT, G6DV.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2009 |
| Displacement, cc | 3470 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 250 – 290 |
| Torque output, Nm | 336 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 92 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 87 |
| Compression ratio | 10.6 |
| Features | VIS |
| Hydraulic lifters | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual CVVT |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 5.7 (there were versions with a 6.7 liter pallet) |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Hyundai Santa Fe 2010) — city — highway — combined |
15.4 8.7 11.3 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~350 000 |
| Weight, kg | 205 (with attachments) |
The engine was installed on:
- Hyundai Grandeur 6 (IG) since 2017;
- Hyundai Palisade 1 (LX2) since 2020;
- Hyundai Santa Fe 2 (CM) in 2009 – 2012, Santa Fe 4 (TM) in 2018 – 2020;
- Kia Cadenza 1 (VG) in 2009 – 2016, Cadenza 2 (YG) in 2020 – 2021;
- Kia Carnival 2 (VQ) in 2010 – 2014;
- Kia Sorento 2 (XM) in 2009 – 2014, Sorento 3 (UM) in 2014 – 2020.
Disadvantages of the Hyundai G6DC engine
- On specialized forums, the most complaining about the progressive consumption of lubricant;
- The reason for the oil burn here is usually the rapid occurrence of oil scraper rings;
- The aluminum engine is very afraid of overheating, so keep an eye on the cooling system;
- At first, there were many complaints about the timing resource, especially the hydraulic tensioner;
- Valve clearances need to be adjusted, as hydraulic lifters are not provided.
Frequently asked questions about the Hyundai-Kia G6DC
How much power does the Hyundai-Kia G6DC make?
The Hyundai-Kia G6DC develops 250 - 290 hp and 336 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the Hyundai-Kia G6DC take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 5.7 (there were versions with a 6.7 liter pallet) liters. Recommended oil: 5W-30.
Does the Hyundai-Kia G6DC have a timing belt or chain?
The Hyundai-Kia G6DC uses a timing chain.
Is the Hyundai-Kia G6DC turbocharged?
No, the Hyundai-Kia G6DC is naturally aspirated.
Does the Hyundai-Kia G6DC need valve clearance adjustment?
Yes, there are no hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances have to be checked and adjusted periodically.
How long does the Hyundai-Kia G6DC last?
The typical lifespan of the Hyundai-Kia G6DC is ~350 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the Hyundai-Kia G6DC?
Hyundai Santa Fe 2010: city 15.4, highway 8.7, combined 11.3 L/100 km.
What cars was the Hyundai-Kia G6DC installed on?
Hyundai Grandeur 6 (IG) since 2017; Hyundai Palisade 1 (LX2) since 2020; Hyundai Santa Fe 2 (CM) in 2009 - 2012, Santa Fe 4 (TM) in 2018 - 2020; Kia Cadenza 1 (VG) in 2009 - 2016, Cadenza 2 (YG) in 2020 - 2021; Kia Carnival 2 (VQ) in 2010 - 2014; Kia Sorento 2 (XM) in 2009 - 2014, Sorento 3 (UM) in 2014 - 2020.
What are the common problems of the Hyundai-Kia G6DC?
On specialized forums, the most complaining about the progressive consumption of lubricant. The reason for the oil burn here is usually the rapid occurrence of oil scraper rings. All known problems.
