The Hyundai D3DA is a 2,995 cc, inline‑four turbo‑diesel engine produced between 2010 and 2019. It features common rail direct injection, a variable geometry turbocharger (VGT), dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), and delivers 130–147 kW (177–200 PS) with torque between 383–441 Nm. The high-pressure fuel system enables strong low-rpm torque for everyday drivability and towing capability.
Fitted to models such as the ix35 (LM), Santa Fe (DM), and Grandeur (HG), including variants like the 2.0 CRDi and 2.2 CRDi (in certain markets sharing architecture), the D3DA was engineered for refined performance, highway stability, and compliance with tightening emissions. Emissions control relied on exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and a diesel particulate filter (DPF), allowing Euro 5 compliance across most markets from launch.
One documented concern is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure due to inadequate lubrication under low-sulfur diesel conditions, highlighted in Hyundai Service Bulletin HST‑12‑045. This issue stems from Bosch CP4 pump design sensitivity to fuel quality and moisture ingress. From 2015, Hyundai implemented revised pump seals and updated fuel filtration per the bulletin.
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Production years 2010–2014 meet Euro 5 standards; 2015–2019 models comply with Euro 6 in select markets (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678).
The Hyundai D3DA is a 2,995 cc inline‑four turbo‑diesel engineered for mid‑size SUVs and sedans (2010–2019). It combines common‑rail direct injection with a single variable‑geometry turbocharger to deliver strong low‑rpm torque and smooth highway cruising. Designed to meet Euro 5 (and Euro 6 in later models), it balances towing capability with fuel economy.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,995 cc | |
| Fuel type | Diesel | |
| Configuration | Inline‑4, DOHC, 16‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 91.0 mm × 115.0 mm | |
| Power output | 130–147 kW (177–200 PS) | |
| Torque | 383–441 Nm @ 1,800–2,500 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch CP4 common‑rail (up to 2,000 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 5 (2010–2014); Euro 6 (2015–2019, market‑dependent) | |
| Compression ratio | 16.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Single variable‑geometry turbo (Honeywell/VNT) | |
| Timing system | Chain (front‑mounted; low wear rate) | |
| Oil type | Hyundai SP III (ACEA C3 / API SN, SAE 5W‑30) | |
| Dry weight | 215 kg |
The VGT turbo and high-compression design deliver strong towing torque but require strict adherence to 10,000–15,000 km oil change intervals using ACEA C3–compliant oil to protect the HPFP and turbo bearings. Ultra-low-sulfur diesel (EN 590) is mandatory—moisture or biofuel contamination accelerates CP4 pump wear. EGR/DPF systems demand periodic regeneration; frequent short trips may trigger limp mode. Post-2015 models include improved HPFP seals per Hyundai SIB HST‑12‑045.
Oil Specs: Requires ACEA C3 / Hyundai SP III (5W-30) specification (Hyundai Owner’s Manual 2015). Not backward compatible with older ACEA B4 oils.
Emissions: Euro 5 certification applies to 2010–2014 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678). Euro 6 applies to 2015–2019 units in EU/UK markets only.
Power Ratings: Measured under SAE J1349 standards. 147 kW output requires EN 590 diesel with ≤10 ppm sulfur (Hyundai TIS Doc. H23‑1120).
Hyundai Technical Information System (TIS): Docs H22‑8870, H22‑9102, SIB HST‑12‑045
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/5678)
SAE International: J1349 Engine Power Certification Standards
The Hyundai D3DA was used across Hyundai's LM/DM platforms with transverse mounting and shared with Kia for longitudinal applications in SUVs. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced mounts in the Santa Fe DM and revised cooling in the ix35 LM—and from 2015 the facelifted Grandeur HG adopted updated EGR/DPF hardware, creating interchange limits. Partnerships allowed Kia's Sorento and Optima to use variants of the D3DA block. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover near the crank pulley (Hyundai TIS H22‑8870). The 7th VIN digit indicates engine family ('D' for D3DA series). Pre-2015 models use Bosch CP4.1 HPFP with silver fuel rail; post-2015 units use CP4.2 with black rail and updated cam follower. Critical differentiation from Theta II petrol engines: D3DA has EGR cooler on left bank and DPF canister under floor. Service parts require production date verification—HPFP kits for engines before 06/2015 are incompatible with later units due to seal redesign (Hyundai SIB HST‑12‑045).
The D3DA's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure on early builds, with elevated incidence in regions with inconsistent diesel quality. Hyundai internal data from 2016 indicated a measurable rate of HPFP replacements before 100,000 km in non-EN 590 fuel markets, while UK DVSA records show DPF-related MOT failures rising in high-mileage urban vehicles. Short-trip driving and fuel contamination increase pump and EGR stress, making fuel quality and maintenance critical.
Analysis derived from Hyundai technical bulletins (2012–2018) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2015–2023). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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