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DV6 16V Engine – Overview
The DV6 16V is a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine developed by the PSA Group (Peugeot-Citroën). It is widely known for its fuel efficiency, compact design, and smooth operation, and was extensively used in compact and mid-size vehicles throughout the 2000s and early 2010s.
Key Specifications
The engine was offered in several power variants. Below is a comparison of the two most common versions:
| Specification | Low-Power Version (DV6ATED4) | High-Power Version (DV6TED4) |
| Displacement | 1.6L (1560 cc) | 1.6L (1560 cc) |
| Max Power | 75 hp (55 kW) @ 4000 rpm | 90–110 hp (66–82 kW) @ 4000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 240 N·m @ 1750 rpm | 215–240 N·m |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection (1600 bar) | Common Rail Direct Injection |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 to Euro 4 | Euro 3 to Euro 4 |
Common Vehicle Applications
This engine was widely used across the PSA Group and also found its way into several other automakers' models through partnerships. Common applications include:
Peugeot: 206, 207, 307, 308, 3008, 407, Partner, etc.
Citroën: C2, C3, C4, C4 Picasso, Berlingo, DS3, Xsara Picasso, etc.
Other Brands: Selected models from Ford, Mazda, Volvo, and Suzuki also used versions of this engine (often under different engine codes).