Jan 15, 2015 · After much research, measuring and testing we have come to discover that there is the possibility of getting over 200bhp from a KV6 without a remap or spending loads of money.

The MG ZT (and Rover 75 derivative) were powered by a combination of MG Rover's own petrol and LPG K-Series and KV6 engines as well as Ford's Modular V8 and BMW's M47 diesel engine. The latter was designated M47 R to identify the unit as an MG Rover special, having been modified by MG Rover's engineers for transverse installation, with ...

Jan 4, 2011 · All Rover 75 and MG ZT's are simple to work on, with only a few jobs requiring specialist kit, but normal servicing and such can easily be done DIY to save you money. It is recemmended 100% that you purchase on of these Haynes books.

Nov 13, 2005 · The KV6 version as fitted in the 825 is different to the version fitted in the 75 and ZT in that it was virtually a hand built low volume engine as opposed to a fully developed line built engine.

Nov 9, 2010 · The KV6 was designed as a replacement for the Honda V6 engine in the Rover 800. It was designed, developed and tooled up on a shoestring budget for less than the price that Honda wanted for homologating and continuing the production of their engine.

The KV6 automotive petrol engine has a 24-valve quad-cam V6 configuration, and a pressurising variable-length intake manifold to add hot spots throughout the rev range. Variants exist in 2.0 to 2.5 litres (1,997 to 2,497 cc) capacities.

Nov 24, 2015 · Its a 204 bhp re-map for the 1.8 turbo engine. Developed by MG Rover engineers. Worthwhile? Depends if you want the extra power or not - the 160 is already pretty pokey. The Z&F (now KMaps) 204BHP map makes it even more so. Your trusted MG Rover specialist! We now have a 'chat' function on our site for even quicker replies. Give it a try!

The KV6 automotive petrol engine has a 24-valve quad-cam V6 configuration, and a pressurising variable intake system (VIS) to add hot spots throughout the rev range. Variants exist in 2.0-litre and 2.5-litre capacities.

Jun 12, 2018 · The KV6 engine found in the ZS, ZT, Rover 75 and Freelander has a variable intake manifold controlled by 2 electric motors. (VIS Motors) These motors are known for failing due to oil contamination but the catch is that it is hard to tell if they are not working.

Nov 16, 2007 · I was wondering if it is possible to remap the 160ps KV6 in my MG ZT to the Rover 75 KV6 standard map which produced 177ps, as I understand it is an identical engine, airbox etc? I am assuming that this would activate the VIS system at higher revs and hence produce greater bhp?