Ford’s ultra-fuel efficient and spirited 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine today was named 2013 International Engine of the Year, marking the second straight year Ford’s acclaimed three-cylinder engine has captured the award. The 1.0-litre EcoBoost – which combines direct fuel injection, turbocharging and variable valve timing to lower fuel consumption without sacrificing power – received the highest score in the history of the awards. The engine also won the “Best Engine Under 1.0-litre” category at the annual awards presented by Engine Technology International magazine.
A panel of 87 automotive journalists from 35 countries around the world judged the awards on drivability, performance, economy, refinement and the successful application of advanced engine technology. Ford is one of three car makers to record back-to-back victories in the 15-year history of the awards. In Europe, the 1.0-litre EcoBoost is currently available in the Fiesta, B-MAX, Focus, C-MAX and Grand C-MAX; it also will be offered in more models. The engine will also be launched across the world – in India and China recently starting with the Ford EcoSport and later this year in North America in the Ford Fiesta.
Ford also confirmed plans to double production of the engine at its German Engine Plant to more than 1,000 engines a day from mid-August to meet demand.