A life-long automotive enthusiast, Sterling Shriber remains committed to covering the automotive industry, with a particular interest in topics relating to high performance and racing.
After three years at the top of the rankings for the prestigious International Engine of the Year, hosted by Engine Technology International magazine , the 999cc Ford EcoBoost three cylinder has finally been dethroned. 2015 ushered in a new champion in the name of BMW’s 1.5 liter turbocharged three cylinder.
As per Engine Technology International, the results for the final winner were as follows in terms of points:
BMW 1.5-liter three-cylinder electric-gasoline hybrid(BMW i8 (362ps/357hp))
Audi 2.5-liter five-cylinder turbo(Audi RS3 (367ps/361hp), RS Q3 (340ps/335hp))
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BMW’s 3.0L twin-turbo M3/M4 engine is rated at 425 hp and won in the 2.5L-3.0L category.
In a list dominated by high-end European power-trains, Ford was the lone representative of the Detroit 3 on the list; however, GM did sport a few contenders in the by-displacement categories. The specific BMW to take the win is also the power-train of the revolutionary new BMW i8 which made its debut last summer. The engine produces 357 horsepower, augmented by a pair of electric motors. Sporting turbocharging and direct fuel injection, the BMW 1.5 embodies the ethos of the progressively smaller power-plants which have all but become the norm even in performance cars.
BMW i8 engine produces a combined 357 horsepower that is augmented by a pair of electric motors and comes equipped with twin turbocharging and direct fuel injection.
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