Gasoline Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) and Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) are essentially the same technology—both refer to fuel injectors that spray fuel directly into the combustion chamber rather than the intake manifold like in traditional port fuel injection (PFI) systems. These injectors operate at high pressures (typically 20,000–30,000 psi) to ensure precise fuel atomization for better efficiency, power, and emissions control.
Common Gasoline DFI (GDI) Injectors:
- Bosch HDEV Series – Used in many OEM applications (Audi, BMW, Ford EcoBoost, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz).
- Denso GDI Injectors – Found in Toyota, Lexus, and Subaru direct injection engines.
- Delphi Multec GDI Injectors – Used in GM, Hyundai and some Chrysler vehicles.
- Siemens Deka GDI Injectors – Used in various European brands like BMW, Mercedes, and Volkswagen.
- Hitachi GDI Injectors – Common in Nissan and Infiniti engines.
- Magneti Marelli GDI Injectors – Used in some Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and European applications.
Characteristics of Gasoline DFI Injectors:
- Operate at high pressures (typically 2000–5000 psi / 150–350 bar).
- Provide better fuel atomization for increased power and efficiency.
- Often paired with turbocharged or high-compression engines.
- More precise fuel delivery for lower emissions and better fuel economy.