Ford released details on the new 1.6-liter EcoBoost gasoline engine with 160 hp,As part of the UK launch of the facelifted Mondeo. not only 10% more powerful than the naturally aspirated 45 hp 2.0-liter variant it replaces, but is also more economical, having an average fuel consumption at 6.81 liters. 100 km.
Under the EcoBoost moniker, Ford combines a range of technologies including turbocharging, direct fuel injection and variable cam timing, all of which were non-existent in Ford's older engine line-up.
Kevin Griffin, Ford of Britain fleet director, said: "Ford's newest Mondeo has an exterior look and standard of interior well suited to the executive car park. We've added powertrains which support the lower carbon economy we now live in. The efficient 1.6 EcoBoost in Mondeo is a sporty alternative for petrol advocates who switched to diesel in order to pay less tax."
In the UK, prices for the Mondeo 1.6 Ecoboost start from £18,945, all taxes and fees included.
