The 1.5-liter turbo engine SsangYong G15DTF (1.5 e-XGDi 150T) has been produced since 2019 for the Korando, Tivoli, Tivoli Air, Torres and Actyon of SsangYong and KGM. It was developed by FEV for Mahindra and produces 163-170 hp and 260-300 Nm.
mStallion family: G12DTF, G15DTF.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2019 |
| Displacement, cc | 1497 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 163 – 170 |
| Torque output, Nm | 260 – 300 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 76 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 82.5 |
| Compression ratio | 9.5 |
| Features | DOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | Dual VVT |
| Turbocharging | yes |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for SsangYong Korando 2023) — city — highway — combined |
7.0 5.4 5.8 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- SsangYong Korando 4 (C300) in 2019 – 2023;
- SsangYong Tivoli 1 (X100) in 2019 – 2023;
- SsangYong Tivoli Air 1 (X101) in 2019 – 2023;
- SsangYong Torres 1 (J100) in 2022 – 2023;
- KGM Actyon 2 (J120) since 2024;
- KGM Korando 4 (C300) since 2023;
- KGM Tivoli 1 (X100) since 2023;
- KGM Tivoli Air 1 (X101) since 2023;
- KGM Torres 1 (J100) since 2023.
Disadvantages of the SsangYong G15DTF engine
- So far the engine has a good reputation and no clear weak points have been found;
- Because of direct injection, the engine is prone to carbon deposits on the intake valves;
- Aluminum engines are very afraid of overheating, so keep an eye on the cooling system;
- The main problem is not reliability but finding spare parts and used engines.
Frequently asked questions about the SsangYong G15DTF
How much power does the SsangYong G15DTF make?
The SsangYong G15DTF develops 163 - 170 hp and 260 - 300 Nm of torque.
How much oil does the SsangYong G15DTF take and which one?
Engine oil capacity: 4.5 liters. Recommended oil: 0W-30.
Does the SsangYong G15DTF have a timing belt or chain?
The SsangYong G15DTF uses a timing chain.
Is the SsangYong G15DTF turbocharged?
Yes, the SsangYong G15DTF is turbocharged.
Does the SsangYong G15DTF need valve clearance adjustment?
No, the SsangYong G15DTF has hydraulic lifters, so the valve clearances do not need to be adjusted.
How long does the SsangYong G15DTF last?
The typical lifespan of the SsangYong G15DTF is ~250 000 km with proper maintenance.
What is the fuel consumption of the SsangYong G15DTF?
SsangYong Korando 2023: city 7.0, highway 5.4, combined 5.8 L/100 km.
What cars was the SsangYong G15DTF installed on?
SsangYong Korando 4 (C300) in 2019 - 2023; SsangYong Tivoli 1 (X100) in 2019 - 2023; SsangYong Tivoli Air 1 (X101) in 2019 - 2023; SsangYong Torres 1 (J100) in 2022 - 2023; KGM Actyon 2 (J120) since 2024; KGM Korando 4 (C300) since 2023 and 3 more (see the full list above).
What are the common problems of the SsangYong G15DTF?
So far the engine has a good reputation and no clear weak points have been found. Because of direct injection, the engine is prone to carbon deposits on the intake valves. All known problems.
What engines are related to the SsangYong G15DTF?
mStallion family: G12DTF.
