Definition of V6

A V6 engine is a V engine with six cylinders. It is the second most common engine configuration in modern cars after the inline four. It is one of the most compact engine configurations and is well suited to the popular front-wheel drive layout. It is becoming more common as the space allowed for engines in modern cars is reduced at the same time as power requirements increase, and has largely replaced the inline-6, which is too long to fit in most modern engine compartments.