Ford's 1.0L EcoBoost Can Handle More Than 123 HP

William Maley

Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com

February 23, 2012

Ford's 1.0L three-cylinder EcoBoost is an interesting engine. Using a turbocharger and some other tech, the engine produces an amazing 123 HP. But there could be more power lying in that engine.

Autocar spoke with the vehicle line director for the Focus, Gunnar Herrmann. They asked Herrmann if more power could be made with the 1.0L EcoBoost.

“It’s a stretch, but possible,” said Herrmann.

Rumor has it Ford is testing a 1.0L EcoBoost with an electric supercharger taking the place of the small turbo and a turbo from the 1.6L EcoBoost. Power is said to be 177 HP.

This version is expected to sit between the base Focus and the hot ST.

Source: Autocar