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HYUNDAI Genesis
BH / BH (first generation facelift) / DH / 2012-2016 / Sedan
Global (primarily South Korea, USA, Middle East, Europe)Global (including North America, South Korea, and select international markets)Global / primarily South Korea, USA, and selected export marketsCoverage: expanded
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2012 HYUNDAI Genesis GDI Lambda 3.8L V6 (G6DB)/Tau 4.6L V8 (G8DB) (BH)
BH / GDI Lambda 3.8L V6 (G6DB), Tau 4.6L V8 (G8DB) / Two main engines available: a 3.8L V6 and a 4.6L V8; naturally aspirated gasoline direct injection engines with DOHC and CVVT.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommendedOil capacity: Approx. 6.0 liters (including oil filter) service-fillRelated: G6DB, G8DB
2013 HYUNDAI Genesis Lambda V8 4.6L GDI (D8HB)/Theta II 2.0L GDI (G4KF) (BH)
BH / Lambda V8 4.6L GDI (D8HB), Theta II 2.0L GDI (G4KF), Nu 3.8L GDI (G6DA) / Available engines include the 4.6L V8 GDI (D8HB) primarily for North America and Korea, the 3.8L V6 GDI (G6DA) available in some markets, and the 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder GDI (G4KF) mostly in select Asian markets.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic, meeting API SN or higherOil capacity: Approx. 6.3 liters (service-fill with filter change) for 4.6L V8; varies slightly by engineRelated: D8HB, G6DA, G4KF
2016 HYUNDAI Genesis G6DB/G6DH (DH)
DH / G6DB, G6DH, Lambda II V8 (Hyundai code) / The 2016 Genesis featured the 3.8L V6 Lambda II G6DB engine and the 5.0L V8 G6DH engine, both naturally aspirated. Market and engine availability varied, with the V6 common worldwide and the V8 mostly in US and South Korean markets.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40, meeting API SN or newerOil capacity: Approx. 6.0 liters including filter (service-fill, includes oil filter change)Related: G6DB (3.8L V6), G6DH (5.0L V8)
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | technical-profile | GDI Lambda 3.8L V6 (G6DB), Tau 4.6L V8 (G8DB) | 3.8L (3778 cc) for V6; 4.6L (4605 cc) for V8 | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2013 | technical-profile | Lambda V8 4.6L GDI (D8HB), Theta II 2.0L GDI (G4KF), Nu 3.8L GDI (G6DA) | 4.6L for V8, 3.8L for V6, 2.0L for I4 | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
| 2016 | technical-profile | G6DB, G6DH, Lambda II V8 (Hyundai code) | 3.8L (3778cc) V6; 5.0L (5029cc) V8 | GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | GDI Lambda 3.8L V6 (G6DB), Tau 4.6L V8 (G8DB) | SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended | Approx. 6.0 liters (including oil filter) service-fill | Hyundai SP-III or equivalent |
| 2013 | Lambda V8 4.6L GDI (D8HB), Theta II 2.0L GDI (G4KF), Nu 3.8L GDI (G6DA) | SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic, meeting API SN or higher | Approx. 6.3 liters (service-fill with filter change) for 4.6L V8; varies slightly by engine | Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent automatic transmission fluid |
| 2016 | G6DB, G6DH, Lambda II V8 (Hyundai code) | Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40, meeting API SN or newer | Approx. 6.0 liters including filter (service-fill, includes oil filter change) | Hyundai NV fluid SP-IV or equivalent |
Technical specifications
- Engines: GDI Lambda 3.8L V6 (G6DB), Tau 4.6L V8 (G8DB), Lambda V8 4.6L GDI (D8HB), Theta II 2.0L GDI (G4KF), Nu 3.8L GDI (G6DA), G6DB, G6DH, Lambda II V8 (Hyundai code)
- Transmissions: Not offered, 5-speed automatic (V6), 6-speed automatic (V8), Hyundai SP-III or equivalent, Not available on V8 models; 6-speed manual on select 2.0L variants (limited markets), 5-speed automatic (early 2013) or 8-speed automatic (later 2013 onwards) depending on engine and market, Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent automatic transmission fluid, Not available, 8-speed automatic (8HP70, ZF 8-speed in V8 and V6 models)
- Tire sizes: 225/50R17, 245/45R18 (market dependent), 245/45R18 (base), 245/40R19 (higher trims), 275/40R19 (V8 variants), 245/45R19, 245/40R20 (optional)
- 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 synthetic recommended / SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic, meeting API SN or higher / Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40, meeting API SN or newer
- Transmission fluid: Hyundai SP-III or equivalent / Hyundai SP-IV or equivalent automatic transmission fluid / Hyundai NV fluid SP-IV or equivalent
- Coolant: Approximately 10.5 liters / Approx. 10-11 liters (varies by engine and market) / About 12 liters (system capacity, varies slightly by market)
- Brake fluid: DOT 4 recommended / DOT 4 brake fluid recommended / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent)
Known problems
- Premature spark plug wear in V6
- Timing chain stretch reported in some V8 models
- Occasional oil consumption on V8 engines
- Electrical system quirks in early 2013 models
- Timing chain noise on V6 with high mileage
- Oil consumption in some V8 engines
- Electronic sensor failures (oxygen and coolant sensors)