Can you safely install a turbo kit in your 2016 Genesis Sedan 3.8L V6 (311 hp - Lambda II RS GDi ) ?

[sabdeth]

I have a 2016 Genesis AWD (Now G80) and have the stock 3.8L V6 that produces 311 hp.

I was wondering if I could add a turbo kit such as this : Link to Turbo Kit

I am kinda hesitant because Hyundai Released the G80 Sport with 3.3L Twin Turbo and am wondering why they didn't go with the 3.8L Twin Turbo?

Will I ruin the 3.8L Engine? Is it worth it? Is Turbo not compatible?

The car weighs almost 4 tons and I am really hating the turbo lag and acceleration.

Let me know what you guys think. Thanks !

 

[GarnetTy1473]

The only thing you MIGHT be able to use, is the turbo and intercooler. That was made for a Genesis Coupe, which is a totally different car, so none of the piping or ECU is going to work.

 

[1FstYota]

Probably not worth it, you lose warranty, drivability, and reliability. Plus the chances of blow it up is pretty good. If anything just wait for a good deal on lease return g80 sport. or kia stinger.

 

[Mark_888]

The car weighs almost 4 tons and I am really hating the turbo lag and acceleration.

No, it weighs about 2 tons.

The stock 3.8L is not a turbo, so it can't have any turbo lag. Any lag is due to the transmission, not the engine.

If you attempt to add a turbo, you will void the warranty, including the 10 year - 100K powertrain warranty (if you are the original owner or a CPO owner).

 

[Aquineas]

There may be other differences besides the displacement. FI engines usually have a lower compression ratio, etc. If you have another vehicle as a backup and have the money to burn, why not give it a shot? I'm sure someone will do it eventually (actually surprised it hasn't been done already). Personally, I'd be more inclined to check out a new G80 Sport instead (warranty, reliability, etc).

 

[EdP]

I have a 2016 Genesis AWD (Now G80) and have the stock 3.8L V6 that produces 311 hp.

I was wondering if I could add a turbo kit such as this : Link to Turbo Kit

Sure, with enough time and money you can do most anything. That does not make it a wise decision though. Given the cost of the kit, the time to do the work, you'd be far better off trading in for a car that meets your acceleration needs. I've seen some crazy engine mods and swaps but they take a lot of time and money. If you have both, go for it.

 

[Milano]

I have a 2016 Genesis AWD (Now G80) and have the stock 3.8L V6 that produces 311 hp.

I was wondering if I could add a turbo kit such as this : Link to Turbo Kit

I am kinda hesitant because Hyundai Released the G80 Sport with 3.3L Twin Turbo and am wondering why they didn't go with the 3.8L Twin Turbo?

Will I ruin the 3.8L Engine? Is it worth it? Is Turbo not compatible?

The car weighs almost 4 tons and I am really hating the turbo lag and acceleration.

Let me know what you guys think. Thanks !

I was seriously looking at Ford Taurus SHO for a while before I decided on the Genesis 3.8/AWD. I was way more concerned about reliability on anything forced induction than I was comfortable with, and that's how I ended up digging a little deeper for the Genesis. I would leave it be. Even companies who produce plenty of turbo cars, like Subaru, still have more Turbo related failures than I like.

 

[JoshuaGrooms83]

I'm just learning about these cars and their potential. I'm a GM LS gear head, so I have a huge learning curve on these Korean cars but I've heard some interesting things on the Genesis Coups that seem to have more performance following the crowd. With the 3.8L, I've found a Genesis Coupe that had installed a Turbo kit on a stock 3.8L engine and made 500hp on 8psi of boost which is SERIOUSLY impressive. In comparison, my 98 LS1 had 301 hp to the wheels NA, and with 10psi on a V8 it is in the 545 regions, so putting this into perspective that this V6 is already making 311 NA, and you add 8psi and gain nearly 150 usable horsepower is absolutely amazing! Now trying to apply some refinement to a car that is more orientated to a luxury crowd is the hard selling point, as the aftermarket isn't following these cars as much as American domestic muscle such as GM's CTS-V, SS, or G8 cars that have a stout V8 that pumps out 600hp supercharge engines and have a bit more "history" to an aftermarket crowd. But the reliability of Hyundai and Genesis seem to be catching up to these lazy American automakers that got used to their customers not expecting much out of them. I'm really looking forward to finding out more what these 3.8s and even the 5.0 are capable of.

 

[JoshuaGrooms83]

So doing some reading around on the Lamb II platform, it has a 10 or 11.1:1 compression ratio, which is not too boost friendly but can be done, but the rotating assembly needs to be stout enough to handle this newfound power and the tuner needs to keep this area extremely in check. A lower compression ratio would be more useful and boost friendly, but you would be limited to how much boost and timing you could run, as well as fuel. Everything requires attention when you add a turbo to an engine that was originally NA. If you were to convert the car to be able to use E85, increase the fuel injector flow rates, increase the fuel pump(s) capabilities, convert the fuel system to a return system if it isn't already, and tune this new monster, as long as the lower end is capable, you might be able to make some serious power out of this V6. One thing that concerns me is the valve train on these engines, as they do not have a typical tappet lifter like other cars, so I'm wondering how long term increased HP abuse affects the engine long term. These engines are so new, again the aftermarket is a little behind on these engines and cars to really know how they handle without risking catastrophic failure. I wonder if this forum might bring up a performance section that has the engine families, internal and external capabilities, and other similar facts that some of us that like to tinker might enjoy Also if anyone is asking about throwing a turbo into a car that didn't have one, isn't really concerned with voiding their warranty lol they already know its going to do so unless the parts installed are coming from Hyundai themselves and is installed by them LOL

 

[Cali Gen]

So doing some reading around on the Lamb II platform, it has a 10 or 11.1:1 compression ratio, which is not too boost friendly but can be done, but the rotating assembly needs to be stout enough to handle this newfound power and the tuner needs to keep this area extremely in check. A lower compression ratio would be more useful and boost friendly, but you would be limited to how much boost and timing you could run, as well as fuel. Everything requires attention when you add a turbo to an engine that was originally NA. If you were to convert the car to be able to use E85, increase the fuel injector flow rates, increase the fuel pump(s) capabilities, convert the fuel system to a return system if it isn't already, and tune this new monster, as long as the lower end is capable, you might be able to make some serious power out of this V6. One thing that concerns me is the valve train on these engines, as they do not have a typical tappet lifter like other cars, so I'm wondering how long term increased HP abuse affects the engine long term. These engines are so new, again the aftermarket is a little behind on these engines and cars to really know how they handle without risking catastrophic failure. I wonder if this forum might bring up a performance section that has the engine families, internal and external capabilities, and other similar facts that some of us that like to tinker might enjoy Also if anyone is asking about throwing a turbo into a car that didn't have one, isn't really concerned with voiding their warranty lol they already know its going to do so unless the parts installed are coming from Hyundai themselves and is installed by them LOL

Lol look at the bottom of my signature. This is exactly what I plan to do haha ive learned a lot from the coupe bk2 platform as different manifold on top but aside from that same engine down to other oil pan. I will have to make modifications to the kit to account for the different TB location. The lit also comes with a power steering, fuse box, wind shield reservoir relocation.. however I believe I only need to relocate the power steering. Out battery is in the trunk which saves a ton of space and out fuse box is already out of the way same as the reservoir. I am in the midst of project on my interior trim and I am going to make sure I incorporate a location for my guages ( oil pressure, Temp, Wideband). Im in CA so I will be running 91(not enough E85 around me to trust consistent good quality) with the addition of a methanol kit which will be tuned for reliability more than power. The plan is a 72mm turbo running at a conservative 6-7psi for around 450ish on the stock block. I have a 2013 iwth 13k mi thats been babies its whole life and im out of the warranty being the 2nd owner.. if all goes well I will do pistons/rods/bearings and turn up the boost.I have a friend who is a certified tuner for Alphaspeed who will do the tune. Hopefully on a dyno but we will see

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[Lastleg69]

Lol look at the bottom of my signature. This is exactly what I plan to do haha ive learned a lot from the coupe bk2 platform as different manifold on top but aside from that same engine down to other oil pan. I will have to make modifications to the kit to account for the different TB location. The lit also comes with a power steering, fuse box, wind shield reservoir relocation.. however I believe I only need to relocate the power steering. Out battery is in the trunk which saves a ton of space and out fuse box is already out of the way same as the reservoir. I am in the midst of project on my interior trim and I am going to make sure I incorporate a location for my guages ( oil pressure, Temp, Wideband). Im in CA so I will be running 91(not enough E85 around me to trust consistent good quality) with the addition of a methanol kit which will be tuned for reliability more than power. The plan is a 72mm turbo running at a conservative 6-7psi for around 450ish on the stock block. I have a 2013 iwth 13k mi thats been babies its whole life and im out of the warranty being the 2nd owner.. if all goes well I will do pistons/rods/bearings and turn up the boost.I have a friend who is a certified tuner for Alphaspeed who will do the tune. Hopefully on a dyno but we will see

Sooooo… did you ever build it?

 

[glennk]

I was seriously looking at Ford Taurus SHO for a while before I decided on the Genesis 3.8/AWD. I was way more concerned about reliability on anything forced induction than I was comfortable with, and that's how I ended up digging a little deeper for the Genesis. I would leave it be. Even companies who produce plenty of turbo cars, like Subaru, still have more Turbo related failures than I like.

I had an 2013 SHO prior to getting the Genesis. My biggest beef was with the water pump inside the engine (runs off the timing chain). They have this tiny weep hole that you had to constantly monitor for coolant. Once its leaking, you must immediately go to Ford, drain your coolant and oil. Remove the timing cover timing chain and guides to get at the pump. Basically, a $1000 job that if ignored will eventually allow coolant into the oil flow. Bye bye engine.

One single Turbo will run $3k. Remember, there are two. If memory serves, Hyundai gave instruction to manufacturers that they last a minimum of 100,000miles. They come as a module including the turbo, bypass valve, gaskets, mounting screws, o rings and any other components.