Superchargers are simpler to install than turbos, but they are far less effective. The decreased effectiveness has detrimental effects for you:
- For the same PSI, a supercharger will function less efficiently than a turbo.
- The 3.8 engine has heatsoak issues. The supercharger must be driven at a greater PSI than a turbo to attain the same performance because it is less efficient than a turbo. Because more boost produces more heat, the engine is under more thermal stress.
- The engine is under additional stress from the higher PSI since the supercharger must run at higher boost to match or surpass a turbo. The pistons, rings, and rods become less reliable as a result.
- The supercharger package is over $2000 more expensive than a turbo before gauges and tuning for roughly the same combination of parts (essentials + better turbo/supercharger + oil cooler + catch can + windshield reservoir).
- The fact that a supercharger is powered by the same crank and belt that power other accessories makes it a parasitic drain on the engine. However, a supercharger significantly tightens the belt tension. The aluminum main journal bearings will quickly become worn out as a result.
- The lightweight crank pulley that was added to the 3.8 Genesis Coupe’s rotating assembly, among other modifications, is to blame for the stress fractures on the crank that microscopists have identified. The wear and load on the crank are likewise changed by a supercharger, which is thought to have the same impacts on wear and reliability but at a much faster rate.
- Your windshield wiper reservoir and passenger fog light will suffer due to the supercharger. If you want the reservoir back, you can pay more. With the Remnant Performance kit, neither one must be given up.
- For the Genesis Coupe, there have been numerous supercharger kits that have come and gone, but turbo kits have a solid track record. Why supercharger kits for the Genesis Coupe have failed and been forgotten, whereas turbo kits haven’t is a question worth considering. Who will you turn to when you need advice or assistance? It’s a major decision to boost a car, therefore it’s crucial to consider the community, the available information, and the support for the project as a whole.
You can see that compared to a turbo system, a supercharger is more expensive, produces less performance, and offers less reliability. The most effective, affordable, and secure way to increase the power of a Genesis Coupe 3.8 is without a doubt to install a turbocharger.
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3.8 Stock ECU QUICKLY READ BOOST
Smart Gen aficionados are aware that the stock manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor on the Genesis Coupe 3.8 can only read up to 3 PSI of boost. That might be plenty for natural aspiration, but a turbo kit, which pushes boost pressure of 6+ PSI, cannot use it. Using that MAP sensor while under boost would result in the infamous “running lean” condition, which may be quite hazardous for motors.
So how exactly does the 3.8T run boost? Since 2019, clever tuning from AlphaSpeed has found a way to get around the MAP/ECU restriction by tuning a “open loop” mode, which is activated when the throttle is depressed more than 50%. When in open loop mode, the ECU uses values preset by the tune rather than the MAP sensor. This is how Genesis Coupe 3.8 turbo packages operate boost pressure beyond what the stock ECU can handle. Although this strategy is effective, customers cannot utilize partial boost or enter boost at less than 50% throttle. For drivers, these don’t matter much, but more control is always desirable.
The OEM ECUs of the Genesis Coupe 3.8 will soon be able to use the MAP sensors from the Genesis Coupe 2.0T thanks to fresh R&D from AlphaSpeed. Depending on the model year, these sensors measure 21–28 PSI. The Genesis Coupe 3.8, BK1 and BK2, will be able to manage their own air/fuel ratio (AFR) naturally under boost and at any throttle position as a result. The new tuning innovation aims to make driving more convenient, even safer for 3.8T engines, and simpler for both tuners and drivers.
Although the songs are not yet accessible, interested customers can visit AlphaSpeedPR to stay up to date.
For customers to install the 2.0T sensor onto the 3.8 intake manifolds, an adapter plate is required.
Be patient as you wait for the new song to be released. Visit the AlphaSpeedPR website to stay current.
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Many of us had turbos installed in our 3.8. Depending on how much you choose to spend and how you build out your motor, it will provide a significant amount of additional power. With basic builds, you can reach 400 whp or go all out with more than 500 whp, but doing so carries a number of hazards. Again, installing the equipment is not enough. To correctly be able to run the greatest power, protect your engine and trans, and transfer the power to the ground, there is a lot of motor construction, fabrication, and addition.
Contact Travis at MT Motorsports in Las Vegas, as I would recommend doing (go to his facebook page). He can help you, guide you, and even help construct your beast if you allow him.
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I’ve been looking into turbo kits for coupes from 2013 and up; they cost absurd amounts, like $6,000. Definitely don’t have that kind of cash on hand. This kit includes everything you could possibly need and looks completely customized. I’ve been contemplating. Hyundai has created turbo exhaust manifolds for this engine because it has designed a 3.3 Lambda Engine (like ours) with twin turbos. I assume it comes with the Genesis G90 car. Now, I have a question for you guys: Can we fit these little turbo manifolds in our cars’ engine bays? They’re fairly tiny turbochargers, and from what I’ve observed, the turbo 3.8’s don’t actually run more than 7-8 psi of boost, which would be more than plenty. Additionally, you have oem quality and engineering behind a significant power adder.
P.S. I’m only looking into a different turbo setup; I’m not worried about missing all the other parts I need to finish this build!
I haven’t posted enough to be able to submit a link, but just type Lambda II T GDI into Google. This engine is the focus of a lengthy Korean automotive article that also includes some images.
Twin Turbo Genesis Coupe with 8 AT Spots and All-Wheel Drive
The following-generation Genesis Coupe will include a Genesis Coupe Twin Turbo with a 3.3-liter engine, as we revealed in an exclusive article we published in April. After some evidence, such as the engine running quietly at the Chicago Motor Show or a test mule equipped with intercoolers, here it is—thanks to a tip from SeoulFulRacing—a Genesis Coupe test mule sporting the label “test car – 3.3T 8AT AWD.”
[ads id=”0″ style=”float:left;padding:5px;”] Continue to read We have been informed that the new Genesis Coupe will have three different engine options, albeit we are unsure if this applies to all markets or just the USA.
The 2.0 turbocharged engine, which was previously used in the Genesis coupe but has been enhanced, will be the first powerplant. It will be a reasonably priced RWD coupe. In keeping with the previous generation, the second engine will be a 3.8 N/A.
The 3.3 Twin Turbo engine was the third engine, and this is where the surprise was made known. According to our sources, this model will be included in the “N performance” model program. This engine is now verified and will be offered with an All-Wheel Drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission, according to the most recent spy photos.
In the next years, Hyundai will group its most potent vehicles under the “N performance” heading. Additionally, we were informed that this engine will have a torque of 59 kg and 480 hp. At the New York AutoShow a few days ago, the CEO of Hyundai Motor America was quoted as saying: “This all-new engine would appear on the Genesis sedan in 2017 or 2018 and have power in the range of the company’s 420-hp, 5.0-liter Tau V-8 but weigh much less.”
By chance, our source states that this engine will be prepared for production by the end of 2017. We also knew that the new Hyundai Genesis Coupe would have the same chassis as the one it replaces, but with a somewhat different appearance (more in line with Hyundai’s Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design philosophy).
What we can infer from those numbers is that this engine is capable of producing that much horsepower, but the reason why is that, according to our source, Hyundai is working to add forged internals to this engines. Normally, the horsepower will change when they are testing prototypes and especially when they go into production.
This, in our opinion, is the most precise information we have to date regarding the Genesis Coupe.
Has a Hyundai Genesis been turbocharged?
The 2013 Genesis Coupe offers the same turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and 3.8-liter V6 engine options as the 2012 model, although both engines have more horsepower this year. The 2.0T’s turbo-four now generates 275 pound-feet of torque at 2,000 rpm and 274 horsepower at 6,000 rpm.
The Hyundai Genesis 3.8 is it quick?
The Hyundai Genesis 3.8 comes in ninth with a top speed of 154 mph. It has a front-mounted 3.8L V6 gasoline engine, 4 doors, and 5 seats. Here are all the technical details. Additionally, it shares the seventh spot in The Most Potent Hyundais Ever.
The Hyundai Genesis moves quickly.
The Genesis is a muscular powerhouse with a top speed of 240 km/h and a 0-100 km/h time of 5.4 seconds that translates pure force into lightning-quick speed. A 5.0-liter Tau V8 GDi engine with an optimized runner intake length and multi-injection mapping powers this opulent rear-wheel drive vehicle. This engine is coupled to a Hyundai Motor eight-speed automatic transmission, which provides faster acceleration thanks to improved shift logic and speed in the sport mode. Additionally, the Genesis has more than 400 horsepower for heart-pounding performance.
This weekend’s 100-meter final in Rio will determine the fastest man in the world, so we decided to test the quickest Hyundai models. These are successful vehicles that you can actually purchase.
The Genesis 3.8 has a V8, right?
Power and acceleration. A 311 horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine powers the 2016 Hyundai Genesis. A 5.0-liter V8 engine is an option and has 420 horsepower. Standard equipment includes an eight-speed automatic transmission.
What model Hyundai has a turbo?
The Santa Fe is available in three trim levels: SE, SE Ultimate, and Limited Ultimate. The Sport model has a 2.4L engine. Turbo 2.0 and Turbo 2.0 Ultimate. Front-wheel drive is the default on all models, although all-wheel drive is always an option.
One of two possible engines can power the Santa Fe Sport. They are both coupled to a 6-speed automatic. A powerful 2.4L 4-cylinder with 185 horsepower is the basic engine. It also has the best fuel efficiency in its class, with ratings of 22 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the interstate. 240 horsepower is produced by the turbocharged 4-cylinder powering the Santa Fe Sport 2.0T. The Santa Fe Sport 2.0T nevertheless manages to get 19 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the interstate with power that is comparable to or better than many V6 engines in its class.
A 3.3L V6 engine with 290 horsepower is standard on the Santa Fe, which has three rows of seats. Once more, compared to most of its competitors, power and fuel efficiency are superior. The Santa Fe achieves this accomplishment by utilizing a 6-speed transmission, cutting-edge direct injection on all of its engines, slick aerodynamics, and minimal weight.
The Santa Fe comes with a ton of standard gear. Even the entry-level Sport model includes features like Bluetooth connectivity, a 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, cruise control, second-row ventilation, a power lumbar support system, a trip computer, an outside temperature gauge, and a tilt/telescoping steering wheel with integrated stereo controls.
Those who choose the Sport 2.0T receive the more potent engine in addition to extra aesthetic amenities like 18-inch wheels, fog lights, heated mirrors, automatic headlamp control, and a de-icer for the windshield wipers. Inside, the 2.0T deviates from base versions with the addition of a compass, an 8-way power adjustable and heated front seat, a color LCD screen in its instrument cluster, and a steering wheel and shift knob wrapped in leather.
Although the Santa Fe SE has a much larger engine and three rows of seating, it is otherwise quite similarly equipped to the Sport’s base model. The SE’s 18-inch wheels and standard fog lamps are notable differences. Similar to the 2.0T, Santa Fe Limited models share many of the 2.0T’s features, but the Limited is better equipped. For instance, the Limited has dual-zone climate control, heated second-row seats, a leather interior, a power front passenger seat, a power rear lift gate, a rearview camera, blind spot detection, a more advanced audio system, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror.
There is a ton of safety gear included with every Santa Fe model. Traction control monitors acceleration, and 4-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake distribution help with braking. There are many airbags, including a driver’s knee airbag, front, side, and roof-mounted airbags. The Santa Fe’s safety measures are completed by seatbelt pre-tensioners, an anti-theft system, and a tire pressure monitoring system.