Ford 1.5 litre EcoBoost has four, not three cylinders

FordÕs new 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine; the fifth member of Ford

Initially thought to be a maximised version of its innovative 1.0 litre three-pot, the new Ford 1.5 litre EcoBoost engine is an all-new design with four, not three cylinders. It’s the third four-cylinder member of the EcoBoost family, completing a range of five, all turbocharged petrol engines.

The new engine debuted in the Chinese market Ford Mondeo, to be followed by the technically-similar Fusion sedan in North America and later the Mondeo in Europe. It’s expected to provide “similar horsepower and torque performance to Ford’s current 1.6 litre EcoBoost, while delivering improved fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions.” In China’s Mondeo, it offers 177 hp and 240 Nm, while the older 1.6 EcoBoost has 180 hp and 250 Nm.

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So why bother with a new design at all, you ask? Because it will provide a strategic entry for unique markets that offer specific tax relief for vehicles with engines of 1.5 litre capacity or less such as China and Thailand. Future applications of the engine outside the Mondeo range are yet unknown, but a Fiesta, Focus or even a Kuga fitted with the smaller motor doesn’t seem so far fetched an idea, especially in tax-sensitive markets.

There isn’t a significant tax difference between a 1.5 or 1.6 litre engine in Malaysia, but as we get most of our Fords from Thailand where there is, the new powerplant may filter down to our market in the near future. We can only hope.

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Hafriz Shah

Preferring to drive cars rather than desks, Hafriz Shah ditched his suit and tie to join the ranks of Malaysia’s motoring hacks. A car’s technical brilliance is completely lost on him, appreciating character-making quirks more. When not writing this ego trip of a bio, he’s usually off driving about aimlessly, preferably in a car with the right combination of three foot pedals and six gears.

 

Comments

  • Jimmy on Apr 15, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    Such a good brand but unfortunately, its handled by a crony company like Sime Darby. Ford is plagued with their dual clutch breakdowns and simple parts taking 3 to 4 months to arrive. What nonsense is this? If the Ford was my only and prime car, I would not have a car to drive for 3 months just because of no parts availability. Yes, simple parts like bumber, side mirror, door panels, lights are NOT stocked at all. It has to be ordered from Singapore.

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    • kadajawi on Apr 16, 2013 at 2:28 pm

      It takes them 3-4 months to get the parts from Singapore to Malaysia?! What, are they sending a rickshaw to fetch the parts?

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    • kuga kk on Jun 28, 2016 at 10:46 am

      As a Kuga owner too in kota kinabalu, I am much worse than you as parts have to go to KL first. Already three times into workshop. If the aftersales were good, perhaps still acceptable. The Car is good just unreliable

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  • ToeKneE on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:01 pm

    I dont think there is any tax different between 1.5 and 1.6 litres in Singapore.

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  • ToeKneE on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:02 pm

    I dont think there is any tax difference between 1.5 and 1.6 litres in Singapore.

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    • Hafriz Shah (Member) on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:36 pm

      Apologies, you’re right, Cat A COE is for cars of 1600 cc and below, not 1500 cc.
      Article amended.

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  • joshua on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    why does it look so much like an aston martin?

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  • seancorr on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:08 pm

    If this engine does enter into the Fiesta we will have a lot of ‘flying’ Fiestas on the road here haha

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  • gavin on Apr 15, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    All talk talk how good then come to launch time nobody buy

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  • Syarikat Abuya dan adik iparnya on Apr 15, 2013 at 2:02 pm

    The engine is nothing more than marketing strategy. Low on fc but high on maintenance

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    • 4g63tdsm on Apr 15, 2013 at 6:18 pm

      Interesting you should say this….but last checked… A modern turbocharged engine has a longer service interval than the old honda and Toyota motors……

      Hint. They are just trying to rip you off. 5k km service intervals??

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      • kadajawi on Apr 16, 2013 at 2:30 pm

        Those super short service intervals do make sure the car is in great condition, all the time. Any upcoming damage can be fixed before it is too late.

        In Europe the service interval is usually around 15-20k for Japanese cars (which tend to be reliable), around 25-30k for European brands. Some Italian cars have a 35k interval, which, well, it doesn’t help.

        5k is ridiculous though, 10-15k should be more than enough.

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  • TidakApa on Apr 15, 2013 at 4:24 pm

    Yes, you are right. The problem with Ford engines is it is very problematic, not reliable. Not the best car to buy.

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    • Clio RS on Apr 16, 2013 at 12:54 am

      Show example to support your statement. Please share it. Willing to listen with open mind.

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    • Dr Cooper on Apr 16, 2013 at 9:58 pm

      Please give the facts and references, else you are teenagers still living with parents and not even have a driving license just talk cock..

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  • ss427 on Apr 15, 2013 at 5:10 pm

    All these high tech geewhiz from the Americans makes Proton looks like Kim Jong Urn from North Korea LOL. Kept trying to market ONE engine model that can’t even beat the best NA engines from Korea….
    No one can Proton seriously and and their so called world class CFE engines can’t beat no established manufacturers except Proton themselves.

    Can any Proton lovers out there proclaim the new Ford engines are more problematic than Proton CFE? LOL

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    • youbodok on Apr 15, 2013 at 8:10 pm

      where do you live, cave?
      pls read more ok? you just showed that your are very naive and noob

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    • BeemerFreak on Apr 16, 2013 at 6:31 am

      Finally someone who understands the shit that P1 produces, why can’t all of us think like that and close down proton for good…..

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    • kadajawi on Apr 16, 2013 at 2:31 pm

      At least better than most Japanese engines…

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  • I’ll stick with my “Lagi Power, Lagi Best” car. Because it gives me “More Power, More Pleasure”. Hahaha…

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  • Compare ford and kia which is problematic and expensive to maintain.

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    • motorhead on Apr 15, 2013 at 7:26 pm

      The answer is..Myvi! Less problem.. Many parts from many brands! My myvi more than 5 years.. Odo over 100k.. Still using the same driveshaft. Amazing!

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  • thebugbud on Apr 15, 2013 at 9:24 pm

    Seriously, better get a car that runs, easy to maintain and that’s all u need. MY is not a great place to fancy nice car ans the tax is just not worth it. I think that’s the reason I see many expats driving locally made car and stay pretty nice house

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  • riswan on Apr 15, 2013 at 9:38 pm

    driving 1.6 proton neo for last 7 years with odo more than 120k. still same driveshaft, not touch engine and feel great driving everyday. easily can hit 150.
    the rules, maintained n respect that car

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  • sepul on Apr 16, 2013 at 9:42 am

    The problem with these newer engines is the fuel quality. Ours are still 13 years ago standard, so the engine may have issues over time with these fuel despite local fine tuning to run the fuel.

    Anyone know if Mazda SkyActiv got problems? Maybe better get Mazda.

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