The SsangYong 1.5L T-GDi is a 1,497 cc, inline‑four turbocharged petrol engine introduced in 2019. It features dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), 16 valves, direct fuel injection, and a low-inertia turbocharger. In standard form it delivers 115 kW (156 PS) and 280 Nm of torque, providing responsive performance across urban and highway conditions.
Fitted to models such as the Korando (C300) and Tivoli (facelifted), the 1.5L T-GDi was engineered for compact SUV efficiency with strong low-end torque. Emissions compliance is achieved through a gasoline particulate filter (GPF), cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), and a three-way catalytic converter, meeting Euro 6d TEMP and later Euro 6d standards depending on model year.
One documented concern is carbon buildup on intake valves due to the absence of port fuel injection, highlighted in SsangYong Technical Service Bulletin TSB‑ENG‑2021‑04. This is a known characteristic of direct-injection petrol engines, and from 2022 SsangYong introduced revised ECU calibrations to optimize fuel atomization and reduce deposit formation.
Production years 2019–2021 meet Euro 6d TEMP standards; 2022–2025 models meet full Euro 6d compliance depending on market (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9876).
The SsangYong 1.5L T-GDi is a 1,497 cc inline‑four turbocharged petrol engine engineered for compact SUVs (2019–2025). It combines direct fuel injection with a low-inertia turbocharger to deliver strong low-end torque and responsive throttle behavior. Designed to meet Euro 6d TEMP (early) and Euro 6d (later) standards, it balances performance with emissions compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,497 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol (Unleaded) | |
| Configuration | Inline‑4, DOHC, 16‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 74.0 mm × 87.0 mm | |
| Power output | 115 kW (156 PS) @ 5,500 rpm | |
| Torque | 280 Nm @ 1,500–4,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Direct injection (Bosch HDEV6) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d TEMP (2019–2021); Euro 6d (2022–2025) | |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled | |
| Turbocharger | Low-inertia IHI turbo with electronic wastegate | |
| Timing system | Chain (maintenance‑free design) | |
| Oil type | API SP/ILSAC GF‑6, SAE 0W‑20 | |
| Dry weight | 128 kg |
The 1.5L T-GDi delivers brisk acceleration and strong mid-range torque, ideal for urban and motorway driving. However, its direct-injection design lacks fuel-wash over intake valves, leading to carbon buildup over time—especially with frequent short trips. SsangYong recommends using TOP TIER or equivalent high-detergent petrol and adhering strictly to 10,000 km oil change intervals with API SP/ILSAC GF‑6 (0W‑20) oil to protect turbo bearings and timing components. The Bosch HDEV6 system demands stable fuel pressure; fuel pump degradation can trigger misfires. Revised ECU calibrations from 2022 reduce deposit formation per TSB‑ENG‑2021‑04.
Oil Specs: Requires API SP/ILSAC GF‑6 (0W‑20) specification (SsangYong Owner’s Manual 2022). ACEA C2/C5 compliance recommended for GPF protection.
Emissions: Euro 6d TEMP applies to 2019–2021 models; full Euro 6d compliance achieved from 2022 onward (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9876).
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Output verified on SsangYong dynamometer test bench (Doc. DTB‑TGDI‑22).
SsangYong Technical Information System (TIS): Docs ENG‑2019‑A, TSB‑ENG‑2021‑04
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9876)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The SsangYong 1.5L T-GDi was used across SsangYong's C300 and X100 platforms with transverse mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—revised engine mounts in the Tivoli for NVH refinement and modified exhaust routing in the Korando for packaging—and from 2022 the updated ECU calibration reduced carbon accumulation, creating minor interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover near the oil filter housing (SsangYong TIS ENG‑2019‑A). The 7th VIN digit for 1.5L T-GDi vehicles is 'H'. All units feature a black plastic cam cover with “1.5 T-GDi” embossed; post-2022 engines include a secondary air injection port on the exhaust manifold. Critical differentiation from older G20: presence of a gasoline particulate filter (GPF) in the exhaust and direct injection fuel rail (no port injectors). ECU part number prefix 028101xxx confirms Bosch HDEV6 system (SsangYong TSB‑ENG‑2021‑04).
The 1.5L T-GDi's primary reliability risk is carbon accumulation on intake valves, with elevated incidence in short-trip or urban driving. SsangYong internal diagnostics logs from 2022 noted intake flow restriction in a measurable subset of pre-2022 engines before 70,000 km, while UK DVSA data shows low emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF and catalyst design. Extended oil intervals and low-quality fuel increase deposit formation, making fuel specification and driving pattern critical.
Analysis derived from SsangYong technical bulletins (2020–2024) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2020–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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