Ford has yet to release its much talked about V6 EcoBoost engine, but sources say that Ford is already putting the finishing touches on a new 2.0L 4-cylinder EcoBoost engine. It is expected that the Fusion will get the new engine in 2010.
Ford's new EcoBoost engines combine turbo-charging and direct injection technology to produce more horsepower from a smaller engine. The first EcoBoost engine is a 3.5L V6 that will be launched next summer in the 2010 Lincoln MKS.
Ford claims that it is too early to discuss the specifics of the new 4-cylinder engine, but that it will deliver the fuel economy that customers demand without sacrificing power. Which according to Product analyst Jim Hall of 2953 Analytics LLP in Birmingham, the four-cylinder engine should deliver power equal to a V6 engine, but with better fuel economy.
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Comments (15)
I've got to commend Ford on the changes they're making to keep the Fusion competitive with the leaders in the segment.
Posted by Brent | December 15, 2008 10:11 AM
Posted on December 15, 2008 10:11
I agree. It's great that they are finally thinking outsite the Big Block box. Make it smaller, faster, and more efficient. I hope Ford offers the same Ecoboost 4 cylinder engine in their Ford Flex. Put a bigger turbo, a better exhust, maybe aluminum heads. Make it a fun to drive family car. Down with Minivans!!!
Posted by James | December 15, 2008 10:30 AM
Posted on December 15, 2008 10:30
I commend them for puttin' the Taurus/500 V6 in the Fusion!!!
(263 hp 3.5 Liter V6)
Posted by saheed | December 15, 2008 10:37 AM
Posted on December 15, 2008 10:37
That whole easy fuel thing just bothers me.
I don't have a garage right now, so the thought some just walks up and can do anything to my gas bothers me.
Posted by Brian | December 15, 2008 11:25 AM
Posted on December 15, 2008 11:25
I just parked my 07 Fusion since my company issued 09 Dodge Journey arrived last week. I tell ya, all them import lovers need to sit in a few domestics and realize they're not all built equal. The fit and finish, materials, comfort, and layout of my Fusion was hands-down better in every way than the Dodge (and my friend's new Accord...)
Posted by Ryan | December 15, 2008 4:13 PM
Posted on December 15, 2008 16:13
You guys need to remember that the new engine will require premium fuel(as do all turbo-charged engines) as opposed to the current engine which use regular. You may be polluting less but you'll probably be paying more at the pump.
Posted by Mathew | December 15, 2008 5:27 PM
Posted on December 15, 2008 17:27
Matthew
If gas prices go back up to even 3.00/gallon, how is it not worth it to pay 3.20 and get 20% better gas mileage than a comparable v6?. By that alone,premium gas would have to cost 3.60 to make it break even and even more for it to not be worth it. As gas prices go up and up, plus and premium get even more attractive if they offer better performance.
The fuel companies are a bunch of theives charging $.10/gallon more for plus and premium. The recent gas prices proved it.
T
Posted by teldar | December 15, 2008 6:57 PM
Posted on December 15, 2008 18:57
Looks like the Falcon from Australia but with a super ugly front and rear and no 400hp turbo 6 or quad cam 5.4 V8 engine.
www.ford.com.au - take a look
Posted by chris waller | December 16, 2008 1:51 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 01:51
OMG - just really looked at the underhood shot.
Its front weel drive too! Yuck!!!
What were they thinking?
Posted by chris waller | December 16, 2008 2:02 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 02:02
Damn when will us americans learn to use diesels....I am living in Belgium...and i drive a diesel car over here....i love the car so what if diesels smells a little more...it is more fuel effcient. One day we will learn. Also i love the sound of a turbo.
Posted by Hunter | December 16, 2008 6:41 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 06:41
O yea i guess i will have to commend Ford on this Fusion.
Posted by Hunter | December 16, 2008 6:43 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 06:43
@ Matthew: Not all turbo engines require premium. The Mazda CX7 can run on reg or prem fuel. The engine computer adjusts for the variation in octane so the hp/torque is slightly different depending on which fuel you use.
@Chris: No big V8, no RWD? Really? Ford offers something that people have asked for and realistically need, and you complain. You'd probably complain if they did offer the V8/RWD because it wasn't a turbo4/FWD.
Personally, I hope Ford can survive. They have some good looking product coming soon, with a good combination of style, performance, efficiency.
Posted by 97Buckeye | December 16, 2008 9:06 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 09:06
@Hunter
I know this has been said a million times, but I guess it needs to be said again. Diesel contains more energy per volume therefore diesel engines will naturally appear more fuel efficient. The real question is what percentage of the energy put into the engine is being converted to mechanical movement.
Posted by Alysandra | December 16, 2008 10:05 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 10:05
@ Alysandra
its not only in energy content of the diesel fuel, it's also through the compression ratio and how the fuel is delivered.
i think what needs to be said is diesel is way too expensive in the states and some cars don't travel much to justify the expense of the diesel engine and the fuel.
i still hope to see diesel fuel prices to come down so that huge SUVs will utilize diesels, a place where diesel engines should be.
Posted by adrian | December 16, 2008 11:19 AM
Posted on December 16, 2008 11:19
@Hunter
"Damn when will us americans learn to us diesels..."
When will you learn suply and demand?
Posted by 426Hemi | December 16, 2008 8:10 PM
Posted on December 16, 2008 20:10