2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI)

HI / Luxury Sedan / Global (primarily US, South Korea, limited other markets)

Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L)Registro exacto de año/versiónGold

Engine identity

Engine code

Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L)

Engine summary

Available with a 5.0L Tau V8 gasoline direct injection engine or a 3.8L V6 MPI gasoline engine depending on market. The 5.0L V8 was the primary engine for markets like the US and Korea. Power outputs vary slightly by market emissions tuning.

Displacement

5.0L V8 (4935cc), 3.8L V6 (3778cc)

Power

5.0L V8: approx. 425 hp (US spec), 3.8L V6: approx. 311 hp

Torque

5.0L V8: ~376 lb-ft (510 Nm), 3.8L V6: ~293 lb-ft (397 Nm)

Fuel system

Gasoline Direct Injection (5.0L V8), Multi-Point Injection (3.8L V6)

Timing drive

Chain-driven

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 7.5 liters total, including oil filter (service fill volume, filter change included)

Refrigerante

Approximately 11 liters

Fluido

Kia Genuine ATF SP-IV or equivalent

Differential fluid

Specified automatic transmission fluid (ATF)

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Automatic transmission

8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP75 for V8, 8-speed A8LF1 for V6)

Spark plugs

Iridium plugs, gap approx. 0.044 inches (1.1 mm)

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles / 12,000 to 16,000 km; inspections per maintenance schedule

Medidas de neumáticos

245/45R19 (base), 245/40R20 (optional)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Early model electronic interface glitches
Higher maintenance costs typical of full-size luxury V8 sedans

First checks

Engine oil and transmission fluid condition
Electronic system diagnostic
Brake system wear

Antes de cambiar piezas

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

Engine offerings vary by market—US and Korea primarily got the V8; other markets sometimes received the V6 only.
The 2016 model year corresponds to the first full year of availability globally after 2015 launch.

Códigos comunes

Source and verification notes

Kia USA Owner's Manual 2016 K900
Automotive Technical Specs Database, Global Market Data 2016

Herramientas compatibles

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) use? 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) is listed here with engine code Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L); engine summary: Available with a 5.0L Tau V8 gasoline direct injection engine or a 3.8L V6 MPI gasoline engine depending on market. The 5.0L V8 was the primary engine for markets like the US and Korea. Power outputs vary slightly by market emissions tuning..
What oil and capacity does the 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) use? 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) is listed with SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil and oil capacity Approximately 7.5 liters total, including oil filter (service fill volume, filter change included). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) problems? Highlighted checks for 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI): Early model electronic interface glitches, Higher maintenance costs typical of full-size luxury V8 sedans.

Engine identity

Engine code

Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L)

Engine summary

Displacement

5.0L V8 (4935cc), 3.8L V6 (3778cc)

Power

5.0L V8: approx. 425 hp (US spec), 3.8L V6: approx. 311 hp

Torque

5.0L V8: ~376 lb-ft (510 Nm), 3.8L V6: ~293 lb-ft (397 Nm)

Fuel system

Gasoline Direct Injection (5.0L V8), Multi-Point Injection (3.8L V6)

Timing drive

Chain-driven

Puerto OBD

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Tipo de aceite

SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil

Capacidad de aceite

Approximately 7.5 liters total, including oil filter (service fill volume, filter change included)

Refrigerante

Approximately 11 liters

Fluido

Kia Genuine ATF SP-IV or equivalent

Differential fluid

Specified automatic transmission fluid (ATF)

Líquido de frenos

DOT 4

Service and parts data

Automatic transmission

8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP75 for V8, 8-speed A8LF1 for V6)

Spark plugs

Iridium plugs, gap approx. 0.044 inches (1.1 mm)

Service interval

Oil and filter change every 7,500 to 10,000 miles / 12,000 to 16,000 km; inspections per maintenance schedule

Medidas de neumáticos

245/45R19 (base), 245/40R20 (optional)

Torque de rueda

Verify by VIN and market

Preguntas frecuentes

What engine code does the 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) use? 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) is listed here with engine code Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L), V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L); engine summary: Available with a 5.0L Tau V8 gasoline direct injection engine or a 3.8L V6 MPI gasoline engine depending on market. The 5.0L V8 was the primary engine for markets like the US and Korea. Power outputs vary slightly by market emissions tuning..

What oil and capacity does the 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) use? 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) is listed with SAE 5W-30 synthetic engine oil and oil capacity Approximately 7.5 liters total, including oil filter (service fill volume, filter change included). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI) problems? Highlighted checks for 2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI): Early model electronic interface glitches, Higher maintenance costs typical of full-size luxury V8 sedans.

2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes

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2016 KIA K900 Tau Lambda V8 GDI (G8DJ, 5.0L)/V6 Lambda II MPI (G6DA, 3.8L) (HI)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Antes de cambiar piezas

Important notes