Engine - TDV6 3.0L Diesel/TDV6 3.0L Diesel - Gen 1.5/TDV6 3.0L Diesel - Gen 2 (G1950015): Overview

The TDV6 3.0L Diesel engine is a V6 configuration unit with two banks of three cylinders arranged at 60 degrees to each other. There are four valves per cylinder, which are operated by two overhead camshafts per cylinder bank.

The cylinder block is coupled with a cast oil pan to provide a lightweight, compact and very stiff bottom end. The cylinder heads are fitted with integrated intake manifold and camshaft covers. The exhaust manifolds are unique for each cylinder head. An acoustic cover is fitted over the upper engine to absorb engine-generated noise.

Depending on the market, there are two variants of the TDV6 3.0L Diesel engine:

• Single turbocharger variant

• Twin turbocharger variant.

The single turbocharger variant uses a Variable Geometry Turbocharger (VGT), the twin turbocharger variant uses two turbochargers. The twin turbocharger variant comprises a VGT as a primary turbocharger, and a fixed vane type as a secondary turbocharger.

A low compression ratio of 16:1 contributes to improved emissions quality, quieter combustion and compatibility with the engine's unique forced induction system. For additional information, Refer to: INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING

The low compression ratio also means less heat build-up in the piston bowl and more efficient fuel burn, resulting in the production of lower levels of pollutants. It also assists with cold starting allowing a faster cranking speed.