Ford confirmed today that its first US model to receive the 1.0-liter three-cylinder EcoBoost engine in the North American-spec 2014 Fiesta sub-compact.
The 2014 Ford Fiesta that goes on sale next year with hoping it will be certified by the EPA as the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid car available in the United States.
“Customers are going to be pleasantly surprised at what the smallest member of the EcoBoost engine family can do,” said Joe Bakaj, Ford vice president of Powertrain Engineering.
Ford projected that the 1.0-liter engine will have a rated output 123 horsepower that generates a peak torque of 148 lb.-ft at just 1,400 rpm. Delivers a combined fuel consumption of 4.3 liters, which is equivalent to 54.7mpg US.
He continued: "Most customers are not going to be thinking about the number of cylinders under the hood when they drive the new 1.0-liter EcoBoost Fiesta. They'll notice an extremely smooth and quiet idle, terrific acceleration accompanied by a sporty sound at high revs, and – most importantly – outstanding fuel economy."
Pricing isn't yet set, but the new Ford Fiesta promises it will be a very affordable option. The US-market 2014 Ford Fiesta is scheduled to make its public debut on November 28 at the Los Angeles Auto Show or in early January at the Detroit Auto Show.
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