The KV6 automotive petrol engine has a 24-valve quad-cam V6 configuration, and a pressurising variable-length intake manifold to add hot spots throughout the rev range. Variants exist in 2.0 to 2.5 litres capacities. These were built initially by Rover Group, then by Powertrain Ltd. KIA manufactured KV6 in Korea under licence. Production moved from the UK to China in 2005, re-designated NV6.
Rover KV6 engine
A V6 engine is a six-cylinder piston engine where the cylinders share a common crankshaft and are arranged in a V configuration.
Cutaway view of a V6 engine with double overhead camshafts
1984-1999 Nissan VG30E 60-degree engine
Toyota 1GR-FE 4.0 Litre 60-degree V6 Engine
1996-2005 Rover KV6 90-degree engine