Hyundai Tau engine
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| Model | Engine code | Power at rpm | Torque at rpm | Compression ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 Tau MPi (366PS) | G8BA | Template:Cvt at 6500 | Template:Cvt at 3500 | 10.4:1 |
| 4.6 Tau MPi (390PS) | G8BA | Template:Cvt at 6500 (Regular) Template:Cvt at 6500 (Premium) |
Template:Cvt at 3500 (Regular) Template:Cvt at 3500 (Premium) | |
| 5.0 Tau MPi | G8BB | Premium fuel: Template:Cvt at 6400 | Template:Cvt at 3500 |
Specifications
4.6 Tau MPi[1] for the Genesis' 4.6L Tau V8 engine:
- Displacement (bore x stroke): Template:Cvt (Template:Cvt)[2]
- Block material: High pressure die casting aluminum block
- Cylinder head material: Aluminum
- Valvetrain: Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC)
- Valve timing: Continuous variable valve timing
- Variable induction system
- Fuel delivery: Multi-port fuel injection
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded, though it can run safely on regular gasoline with reduced performance
Application
4.6 Tau MPi
- 2008–2009 Kia Mohave/Borrego
- 2008–2012 Hyundai Genesis
- 2009–2011 Hyundai Equus
Hyundai Motor Company has also shown a supercharged version of the 4.6 Tau MPi engine at 2008 SEMA show,[3] and later 2009 Chicago Auto Show. This engine was equipped with a supercharger and cylinder deactivation technology to produce an estimated Template:Cvt while returning better fuel economy.[4]
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First version (2012–2014)
The Tau GDi uses gasoline direct injection.
| Model | Engine code | Power at rpm | Torque at rpm | Compression ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 Tau GDi | G8BE | Template:Cvt at 6400 (Regular) Template:Cvt at 6400 (Premium) |
Template:Cvt at 5000 | 11.5:1 |
Specifications
5.0 Tau GDi[5] for Equus' 5.0L Tau V8 engine:
- Horsepower: Template:Cvt
- Torque: Template:Cvt
- Displacement (bore x stroke): Template:Cvt (Template:Cvt)
- Compression ratio: 11.5:1
- Block material: High pressure die casting aluminum block
- Cylinder head material: Aluminum
- Valvetrain: Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC)
- Valve timing: Dual-Continuous variable valve timing(D-CVVT)
- Variable induction system
- Fuel delivery: Gasoline direct injection / Electronic fuel injection
- Recommended fuel: Premium Unleaded, though it can run safely on regular gasoline with reduced performance
Second version (2015–2021)
Updates to the 2015 Genesis 5.0 Tau V8 included:[6]
- Bump in compression ratio from 11.5:1 to 11.8:1
- Optimized intake runner length
- Enhanced timing chain for reduced friction and NVH
- Low-torque exhaust manifold
- Upgraded multiple-injection mapping
- Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT), a tuned variable induction system, and low-friction coatings on piston skirts
- Improved Low-end response along with better efficiency and NVH
| Model | Engine code | Power at rpm | Torque at rpm | Compression ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 Tau GDi | G8BE | Template:Cvt at 6000 (Regular) Template:Cvt at 6000 (Premium) |
Template:Cvt at 5000 (Regular) Template:Cvt at 5000 (Premium) |
11.8:1 |
Application
- 2016–2020 Genesis G80 (DH)
- 2015–2021 Genesis G90 (HI)
- 2011–2015 Hyundai Equus (VI)
- 2011–2016 Hyundai Genesis
- 2012–2021 Kia K9
Awards
The 4.6 Tau V8 Engine was named to the Wards 10 Best Engine Awards for 2009 and 2010.[7] The Tau V8 received the award due to the engine's "velvety power delivery, competitive performance, and attainable price-- all of which epitomize the Korean auto maker's drive for world-class engineering", as quoted by Forbes. This was Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. first appearance on Ward's 10 Best Engines list. The 5.0 Tau Engine was also named in the same awards for 2011.
See also
References
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