U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)
Hyundai/Kia · 1.6L Diesel I4
2008–2020
"Proven diesel. 300k+ km possible. EGR/DPF need highway use. Good for commuters."
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Known Issues 2
DPF blockage — city use
▸DPF warning, limp mode
Standard diesel DPF concern.
Athens city: same DPF warning as all diesels. Mixed use essential for longevity.
EGR valve fouling
▸Rough idle, smoke
Standard CRDi maintenance.
Regular highway driving reduces EGR fouling rate.
Models with U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB) 50
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Gamma 1.6 MPI (G4FC)
1.6L NA I4
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1.4L NA I4
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1.6L Turbo I4
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180hp Stage 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Hyundai/Kia U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB) reliable?
The Hyundai/Kia U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB) scores 80/100 with a verdict of BUY. It has 2 documented issues with total repair costs between €700 and €1,900.
What are the common problems with the U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)?
The most common issues are:
- DPF blockage — city use — high, repair cost €400–€1,200, 60,000 km–120,000 km
- EGR valve fouling — moderate, repair cost €300–€700, 80,000 km–150,000 km
What cars use the Hyundai/Kia U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)?
How much does it cost to repair the U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB)?
Total potential repair costs for all 2 known issues range from €700 to €1,900. The most expensive issue is typically .
What years was the U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB) produced?
The Hyundai/Kia U/U2 1.6 CRDi (D4FB) was produced from 2008 to 2020. It is a 1582cc I4 diesel engine.
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