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GDI vs MPI: What’s the Difference in Hyundai Engines?
GDI and MPI are the two petrol injection systems used across Hyundai and Kia engines — here's how they differ, which engines use which, and what it means for owners.
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Long Engine vs Short Engine: What’s the Difference?
Short engine, long engine or complete engine? Here's exactly what each format includes, and why a long engine is the right buy for most Hyundai and Kia replacements.
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What Is a Crate Engine? A Plain-English Guide
A crate engine is a brand-new, factory-assembled replacement engine shipped ready for a qualified mechanic to install — here's what's included, who buys them, and why.
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How Heavy Is a Car Engine? Weights, Lifting and Freight Explained
Typical car engine weights by type - 4-cylinder petrol, turbo-diesel and V6 - plus safe lifting rules and how crated engines are freighted across Australia.
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Who Makes Hyundai Engines? (And Why Kia Uses the Same Ones)
Hyundai builds its own engines and shares them with Kia. See which engine families both brands share, where they are built, and what it means for replacements.
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Where Is the Engine Number on a Car? (VIN vs Engine Code Explained)
Where to find your engine number, how it differs from the VIN, and how to decode Hyundai and Kia engine codes like G4KJ and D4HB before ordering a replacement.
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