With one New Honda Pilot to a new version of by Honda evergreen V6. This time, the 3.5-liter engine adds dual overhead cams even if it doesn’t have Honda’s signature VTEC system. There was also a slight increase in power, but none of the drivers were able to notice.
Notably, like car and driver shownengine marks Honda’s first naturally aspirated DOHC V6 since the original NSX. However, that glorious engine has been enhanced with VTEC, Honda’s game-changing variable valve timing system. The VTEC intake camshaft has two configurations, one for performance at low rpm and one for performance that will activate at a certain rpm. All are mechanically operated, using oil pressure to switch profiles. However, unlike in the NSX, of the pilot The V6 engine, internally referred to by engine code J35Y8, has no VTEC.
VTEC was the most technologically advanced for Formula 1 back in 1989, but here it has been replaced by a continuously variable cam phaser for both intake and exhaust valves. From the driver’s point of view, this means that power will be distributed more smoothly without it Brand VTEC startled. Power has increased slightly, increasing 5 horsepower to 285, while torque remains the same at 262 pound-feet. The maximum power of both is a few hundred rpm higher.
The polite heads of TLX Type WILL (also, the MDX Type WILL). They have been designed with camshaft bearing caps molded into the valve cover to reduce the overall engine height by 1.2 inches.
Combined with the new direct fuel injection system with a 50% increase in pressure, the fuel delivery is better controlled. The system can inject three gasoline jets per combustion cycle. According to Honda, the result is a 40% to 50% reduction in NOx and particulate matter, giving the V6 a SULEV30 rating. That means it is considered an ultra-low emission light vehicle by 2030 standards.
Honda’s goal is clean burn rather than outright performance. Therefore, expect this V6 to be common throughout Honda’s full-size SUVs until electric Hondas arrive.
