Updated Chrysler Pentastar V6 gets enhanced variable valve lift and timing, less friction and cooled EGR for 2016 but no direct injection


DI is most beneficial when combined with turbocharging, but it can increase particulate emissions. New EPA Tier 3 emissions regs from 2017 will tighten limits on particulates, probably necessitating particulate filters on most DI engines.

Updated Chrysler Pentastar V6 Hints At Next-Gen Emissions Rules
Since its introduction in 2009, the Pentastar V6 lineup has been an enormous success for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles with more than 5 million units sold to date. The Pentastar in 3.6, 3.2 and 3.0-lit…

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