HYUNDAI Equus
VI (HCD-12) / VI / 2011-2016 / Sedan / Luxury Sedan / Full-size luxury sedan
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2011 HYUNDAI Equus GDI V8 4.6L Lambda II (GDI)/Tau V8 5.0L (GDI) (VI (HCD-12))
VI (HCD-12) / GDI V8 4.6L Lambda II (GDI), Tau V8 5.0L (GDI) / The 2011 Hyundai Equus was offered primarily with two V8 gasoline engines: a 4.6L GDI V8 (Lambda II) producing approximately 380 hp in select markets, and a 5.0L Tau V8 producing up to 429 hp for markets like the U.S. and South Korea. Both engines employ gasoline direct injection and aluminum construction.
2012 HYUNDAI Equus Tau V8 GDI G8LBV8/L6 V6 Lambda II G6DC (JS)
JS / Tau V8 GDI G8LBV8, L6 V6 Lambda II G6DC / The 2012 Hyundai Equus was primarily offered with two engines: a 4.6L Tau V8 GDI (code G8LBV8) producing about 385 hp and 510 Nm torque, and a 3.8L Lambda II V6 (code G6DC) producing approximately 334 hp and 397 Nm torque. Engine availability varied by market, with the V8 standard in South Korea and some other regions, while the V6 was offered in select export markets.
2013 HYUNDAI Equus Tau V8 GDi G8DB/Tau V8 GDi G8DJ (LH)
LH / Tau V8 GDi G8DB, Tau V8 GDi G8DJ, Tau V8 GDi G8DC / 3.8L Tau V8 GDi producing approximately 334 hp for South Korea and US markets; 4.6L Tau V8 GDi with up to 386 hp for select markets; power and tuning vary by market emissions and fuel quality.
2016 HYUNDAI Equus GDI Lambda II V8 - Tau V8 L5.0 (JS)
JS / GDI Lambda II V8 - Tau V8 L5.0 / 5.0L Tau V8 gasoline engine, MPI with GDI variants depending on market; South Korea main market with limited export
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | technical-profile | GDI V8 4.6L Lambda II (GDI), Tau V8 5.0L (GDI) | 4600 cc / 5.0 L | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2012 | technical-profile | Tau V8 GDI G8LBV8, L6 V6 Lambda II G6DC | 4.6 L, 3.8 L | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2013 | technical-profile | Tau V8 GDi G8DB, Tau V8 GDi G8DJ, Tau V8 GDi G8DC | 3778cc (3.8L), 4610cc (4.6L) | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDi) |
| 2016 | technical-profile | GDI Lambda II V8 - Tau V8 L5.0 | 5.0 L (4938 cc) | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) and Multi-Port Injection (MPI) depending on market |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | GDI V8 4.6L Lambda II (GDI), Tau V8 5.0L (GDI) | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic motor oil per owner's manual | Approx. 7.0 liters service fill including filter (varies by engine, consult service manual) | Approved synthetic automatic transmission fluid as specified in owner's manual |
| 2012 | Tau V8 GDI G8LBV8, L6 V6 Lambda II G6DC | SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher | Approximately 8.1 liters (service-fill including filter) for V8; around 6.5 liters for V6 | Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent synthetic ATF |
| 2013 | Tau V8 GDi G8DB, Tau V8 GDi G8DJ, Tau V8 GDi G8DC | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher | Approx. 7.0 liters including oil filter (service-fill capacity; includes filter replacement) | Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent synthetic ATF |
| 2016 | GDI Lambda II V8 - Tau V8 L5.0 | Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting API SN or later | Approx. 7.7 liters service-fill; includes oil filter change | Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent synthetic ATF |
Technical specifications
- Engines: GDI V8 4.6L Lambda II (GDI), Tau V8 5.0L (GDI), Tau V8 GDI G8LBV8, L6 V6 Lambda II G6DC, Tau V8 GDi G8DB, Tau V8 GDi G8DJ, Tau V8 GDi G8DC, GDI Lambda II V8 - Tau V8 L5.0
- Transmissions: Not offered, 8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP series), Approved synthetic automatic transmission fluid as specified in owner's manual, Not available; automatic transmissions only, 8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP65), Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent synthetic ATF, Not available, 8-speed automatic (8-SPD SHIFTRONIC) with manual shift mode
- Tire sizes: 245/45R19, 255/40R20 depending on trim and market, 245/40R20, 245/45R19 front and rear standard; optional 245/40R20
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic motor oil per owner's manual / SAE 5W-30 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher / SAE 5W-30 or 5W-40 synthetic oil meeting API SN or higher / Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting API SN or later
- Transmission fluid: Approved synthetic automatic transmission fluid as specified in owner's manual / Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent synthetic ATF
- Coolant: Approx. 13.5 liters (varies by market; full cooling system) / Approx. 12 liters (engine plus cooling system) / Approximately 12 liters, depending on market and radiator option / Approx. 11.5 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 / DOT 4 or DOT 3 brake fluid
Known problems
- Possible suspension air spring leaks on models with air suspension
- Electrical system quirks documented in some markets
- Rare timing chain rattle in early production V8 engines
- Occasional air suspension sensor failures
- High maintenance cost due to luxury parts
- Suspension component wear in high mileage
- Electronic system glitches
- Electronic parking brake faults
- Air suspension compressor wear
- High maintenance cost aspects typical for luxury large sedans