This engine features[1] MPI, and Dual-Continuous Variable Valve Timing aka D-CVVT.

The Atkinson Cycle version of the Nu MPi 2.0L was first released for the sixth generation Hyundai Elantra, compression ratio is 12.5:1 and it produces 149 PS (110 kW; 147 hp) at 6,200 rpm with 18.3 kg⋅m (132 lb⋅ft; 179 N⋅m) of torque at 4,500 rpm.

The Nu GDi 2.0 L (1,999 cc) version of this engine features the same 81 mm (3.19 in) bore but with a longer stroke of 97 mm (3.82 in) that produces 176 PS (129 kW; 174 hp) at 6,500 rpm with 213 N⋅m (21.7 kg⋅m; 157 lb⋅ft) of torque at 4,700 rpm.

The Nu GDi Hybrid version of this engine combines a 2.0L engine with an electric motor and a 1.76KWh battery, the petrol engine makes 156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp) at 6,000 rpm with 19.3 kg⋅m (140 lb⋅ft; 189 N⋅m) of torque at 5,000 rpm while the electric motor makes 52 PS (38 kW; 51 hp) with 20.9 kg⋅m (151 lb⋅ft; 205 N⋅m) of torque for a combined power rating of 205 PS (151 kW; 202 hp).

On December 2, 2020, Hyundai and Kia recalled 423,000 vehicles equipped with various engines following a joint review by Hyundai and the NHTSA, of which the Nu GDi engines were a part of.