Hyundai D4BA 2.5L Diesel Engine (Non-Turbo)

The D4BA is a 2.5-liter inline-4 naturally aspirated diesel engine, derived from the Mitsubishi 4D56 design. It was widely used in Hyundai H100 / Porter trucks and other light commercial vehicles. Known for its simplicity, reliability, and low running cost, the D4BA is a workhorse engine, especially popular in taxi fleets, minibuses, and small delivery vehicles.

🔧 Key Specifications:

• Engine Code: D4BA

• Displacement: 2.5L (2,476 cc)

• Configuration: Inline-4, SOHC, 8V

• Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated (No Turbo)

• Fuel System: Mechanical Fuel Injection Pump (Diesel)

• Power Output: ~75–80 hp

• Torque: ~150 Nm

• Cooling: Water-cooled

🚐 Common Applications:

• Hyundai H100 / Porter (bakkie & minibus)

• Hyundai Grace / Starex (early models)

• Kia Bongo (older models)

⭐ Highlights:

• Very reliable and durable for commercial duty

• Low maintenance cost and simple design

• Suitable for tough working conditions

• Still widely available as used or rebuilt engines