The 3.8L Hyundai Lambda V6 was released in 2005 and has become a popular powerhouse since then. The 3.8L Lambda has been used in numerous Hyundai and Kia vehicles including the Hyundai Genesis, Kia Stinger, and Kia Telluride. The Lambda’s small form factor and solid power output make it a fan favorite. Learn more about the 3.8L Lambda V6 including specs, common problems, and more.
The most common Hyundai Genesis 3.8 engine problems are carbon buildup, various oil leaks, timing chain rattle, and excessive valve ticking. The Hyundai Genesis 3.8 liter Lambda II RS V6 engine appears in many vehicles in the Hyundai lineup. Overall, the engine has achieved status as having above average reliability, but that doesn’t mean it’s…
For those looking to gain horsepower and torque, the best Hyundai Genesis 3.8 mods are a tune, upgraded cold air intake, headers and or test pipes, and a cat-back exhaust. The 3.8 liter Lambda II RS V6 engine already makes a healthy 286-348 horsepower and 264-295 lb-ft of torque, but it is definitely capable of…
Whether packed with the 2.0T or the 3.8 V6 engine, the Genesis Coupe is an awesome and quick sports car. With a few performance engine mods these cars can be quite fast while still remaining nimble and agile from a handling perspective. However, once you’ve tossed all your engine mods on the Gen Coupe you…
The Hyundai 3.8 Lambda II RS MPi engine made its debut in the 2009 Genesis and Genesis Coupe. In 2012, Hyundai introduced the Lambda II GDI variant. The V6 engine offers a respectable 286-348 horsepower and 264-295 lb-ft. It’s also an efficient engine that delivers solid fuel economy and reliability. No engine is perfect, though,…
