In a groundbreaking press release from 2008, Ford proudly introduced its first-ever EcoBoost engine: a turbocharged 3.5L V-6 that debuted in the prestigious Lincoln MKS. Promising a remarkable “approximate 2 mpg improvement” and “up to 15 percent fewer CO2 emissions,” this engine was set to revolutionize the automotive industry. Ford also boasted about a 20% increase in fuel efficiency, setting high expectations for the entire EcoBoost family.
As Ford continued to innovate, they sought to harness the power of EcoBoost in smaller packages. Their efforts led to the debut of the EcoBoost 1.0L at the Beijing Auto Show in 2010. Despite its diminutive size, this engine incorporated the cutting-edge technologies of Ti-VCT and turbocharging, demonstrating Ford’s audacious ambition. Regrettably, this bold move would prove to be both a liability and a potential hazard.
However, it would be incorrect to label the EcoBoost 1.0L as a complete failure. In fact, it garnered immense recognition, winning the International Engine and Powertrain of the Year award in the sub-150 PS category an impressive 11 times between 2019 and 2020. Dean Slavnich, co-chairman of the awards, even hailed it as “one of the finest examples of powertrain engineering” after its three-year consecutive victory streak.
Undeniably, achieving such remarkable practicality and performance with a 1.6L engine is commendable. Nevertheless, it came at a significant cost in certain situations.
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