Glossary / General

naturally aspirated V6

8 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Naturally aspirated means the engine doesn’t use a turbo or supercharger; it’s simpler and often more reliable.

Technical Definition

A naturally aspirated V6 engine has six cylinders without forced induction, offering a balance of power and reliability.

Hear It Discussed

"The 2JZ engine is no longer built. The naturally aspirated V6 is no longer built. So they went to the turbocharged inline 4..."
Debating Reliability, Since Age 13, Trains + Airplanes + Cars | Episode 1,044 Everyday Driver Car Debate 20:55

"with the 3.5 liter naturally aspirated V6, first got 104,000 miles on it."
Under The Hood! Americas' Favorite Car Talk Show Get Your Calls Answered On-Air Under The Hood show 25:38

"Now, what folks are saying is the new front, the new exterior is going to have two engines. It's going to have a naturally aspirated V6 and a hybrid V6."
New Nissan Xterra VS Scout Traveler VS Ford Bronco VS Jeep Wrangler! | Ep. 335 TFL Car Chat 20:51