Ford Announces 1.0-Liter Turbo Three-Cylinder for U.S.-Market Fiesta (Maybe Focus, Too)

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Ford just announced plans for a direct-injected, turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, joining BMW among major automakers who plan to offer such a powerplant. The Blue Oval says that the tiny mill will find its way into U.S.-market Fiestas, with availability possibly expanding to the Focus, too. (No word as of yet on whether the C-Max mini-minivan, a platform mate of the Focus, will get the three.) A broad torque curve is promised, as is performance on par with the Fiesta’s current naturally aspirated 1.6-liter four, which makes 120 hp and 112 lb-ft. The engine will feature an integrated cylinder head and exhaust manifold and utilize an offset crank for reduced friction.

Our man is at the press conference now; we’ll bring you more details as they emerge.

Justin Berkowitz 02 Jun, 2011

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Source: http://blog.caranddriver.com/ford-announces-1-0-liter-turbo-three-cylinder-for-u-s-market-fiesta-maybe-focus-too/
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