Glossary / General

V six

19 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A V6 is an engine with six cylinders. Here it’s being used as the cheaper, more fuel-efficient alternative to a V8.

Technical Definition

A “V6” is an engine with six cylinders arranged in a V shape. In this context, the speaker contrasts V6 economy with the more performance-oriented V8s, while still aiming for a sporty appearance.

Hear It Discussed

"Well, I did the V six already. So we've occurred. We've failed to sell two and one of them was a four cylinder."
Nissan is Back! New Skyline, Xterra and Juke! GT3 Convertible Is Here! THIS CAR POD! EP107 THIS CAR POD! with Doug DeMuro & Friends! 59:18

"“...and then it was replaced by the V six...”"
This Unicorn Diesel Manual Slicktop Wagon Is One of Sacco’s Best — Carmudgeon Ep 240 w Jason Cammisa The Carmudgeon Show 41:23

"and then plug the son of a bitch in and have 50 codes flying at me. Right. So that gave me the ... you can't turn a V six into V eight. So you just can't do it."
Bronco Raptor upgrades, 1970 Dodge Coronet project, RAM truck project and more. CarCast 11:02