Some 20 years ago, it was believed that the larger the engine size, the better and better it is. Everything has changed over time. . The trend in the automotive industry in recent years is to reduce the volume of engines, while maintaining power, which has become possible thanks to the use of turbines. It should be noted that this achieves a reduction in fuel consumption, which is important when the cost of automotive fuel all over the world becomes very expensive.
Plus , it makes car manufacturers . Automobile companies have a different approach to designing, building and manufacturing engines. , others are willing to lift the car into the air at the expense of . Some engines have good efficiency, others vice versa.
But, of course, in spite of huge variety automotive engines, there are a small number of powertrains that have become very popular on automotive market over the past 20 years. These engines are known to most motorists. Many of us do not even suspect that these legendary engines are under the hoods of their cars. We have selected for you the most popular ten that have become popular all over the world.
1) GM LS series
No complaints. The simple design of the motor allowed it to become one of the most popular in the world. The combination of power, torque, size, economy and simplicity of design makes this V8 engine superior to OHC engines.
The company's famous engine, which was installed on the following brands:
- 1998-2002 Firebird Formula, Trans Am
- 1998-2002 Camaro
- 1997-2002 Chevrolet Corvette
- 1999-2005 Holden Commodore Ute
- 1999-2005 Holden Commodore (VT, VX, VY, VZ)
- 1999-2005 Holden Statesman (WH, WK, WL)
- 1999-2005 Holden Caprice (WH, WK, WL)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Clubsport (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Clubsport R8 (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Grange (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles GTS (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Maloo (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 1999-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Senator Signature (VT, VX, Y Series)
- 2000-2002 Holden Special Vehicles Senator 300 (VX)
- 2000-2002 Holden Special Vehicles Coupe GTO (VX)
- 2000-2002 Holden Special Vehicles Coupé GTS (VX)
- 2000-2002 Holden Special Vehicles SV300 (VX)
- 2000-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Maloo R8 (VX, Y Series)
- 2001-2001 Omega (prototype)
- 2001-present Mosler MT900
- 2003-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Clubsport SE (Y Series)
- 2003-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Coupe LE (Y Series)
- 2003-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Coupé4 AWD (Y Series)
- 2003-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Avalanche XUV (Y Series)
- 2003-2004 Holden Special Vehicles Avalanche XUV AWD (Y Series)
- 2001-2005 Holden Monaro CV8
- 2004 GT
- 2006-present Elfin MS8 Streamliner
- 2006-present Elfin MS8 Clubman
2) BMW S54
This engine repeatedly became the best among engines from 3.0 to 4.0 liters, from 2001 to 2006. Recall that the S54 engine is a modification of the M50 engine.
The engine was installed on the following vehicles:
- 2001-2006 E46 M3, power - 343 hp, maximum torque - 365 N.m.
- 2001-2006 E46 M3(North America only) power - 333 hp, maximum torque - 355 N.m.
- 2001-2002 (except North America) power - 325 hp, maximum torque 354 N.m.
- 2001-2002 (North America only) power - 315 hp, maximum torque - 341 N.m.
- 2004 E46 CSL power - 360 hp, maximum torque - 370 N.m.
- 2006-2008 (except USA) power - 343 hp, maximum torque - 365 N.m.
- 2006-2008 E85 Z4 M Roadster / E86 Z4 Coupe(US only) power - 330 hp, maximum torque - 355 N.m.
An impressive motor, the sound of which cannot be expressed in words.
The engine has repeatedly become not only a prize-winner, but also a winner in the nomination for the title of the best engine in the world.
3) Ford EcoBoost V6
Family modern engines with direct fuel injection from Ford. The technology allows, despite the cost-effectiveness, to use a larger engine capacity without the use of a turbine (not on all modifications), due to which an increase in power by 15-20 percent is achieved.
1.6 L EcoBoost I-4 is used:
100 HP.
- 2012 - B-Max
- 2013 - Fiesta
125 HP
- 2012 -
- 2012 - C-Max
- 2012 - B-Max
- 2013 - Fiesta
150 HP
- 2010 - C-MAX
- 2010 - Focus
- 2010 -
- 2010 - V60
- 2012 -
160 HP
- 2011 - Mondeo
- 2011 - S-Max
- 2011 - Galaxy
185 HP
- 2010 - C-MAX
- 2013 - Fusion
- 2010 - S60
- 2010 - V60
- 2011 - Focus
- 2011 - V70
- 2011 - S80
- 2012 - V40
- 2013 - Escape
- 2013 - Fiesta ST (Europe)
200 HP
- 2014 -
2.0 L EcoBoost I-4 is used:
203 HP
- 2010 -
- 2010 -
- 2010 -
- 2010-2011 S60 2.0T
- 2010-2011 V60 2.0T
243 HP
- 2010 - Mondeo
- 2011 -
- 2011 -
- 2011 -
- 2011 - S-MAX
- 2012 - Falcon
- 2013 - Escape
- 2013 - 2
- 2013 - Fusion
- 2013 - Taurus
- 2013 -
- 2013 -
255 HP
- 2013 Ford Focus ST
2.3 L EcoBoost I-4 is used:
280 HP
- 2015-MKC
- 2015 -
4) Volkswagen TFSI
Compact, lightweight and versatile motor Volkswagen works together with a turbine, which allows you to achieve good power levels while remaining an economical engine.
2.0 R4 16v TFSI used:
- 168 hp - (C6) , VW Tiguan
- 182 HP -
- 197 HP - (B7) , (8P) , (B6) , Mk5 , Mk5 GLI , Leon, Exeo ,
- 217 HP - 2005 i A4 (B7) DTM Edition
- 217 HP - RWRC
- 227 HP - VW Golf Mk5 GTI Edition 30, Volkswagen Golf MKVI GTI Edition 35
- 237 HP - Seat Leon, Seat Leon Cupra Mk2
- 252 HP - Audi S3 (8P) , Golf R (Australia, Japan, Middle East and North America)
- 261 HP - Audi S3 (8P)
- 261 HP - Audi S3 (8P), Audi TTS, Seat Leon Cupra R Mk2 facelift
- 267 HP - Audi TTS, Golf R (Europe)
Other TFSI engines can be seen. The Volkswagen engine has repeatedly become the winner in the nomination for the title of the best engine from 1.8 to 2.0 liters. For a long time, he was in the top ten motors produced in the automotive industry.
5) Buick V6 Series 2 3800
This engine first appeared in 1962. For the entire period of production of various modifications and generations by the company General Motors 25,000,000 motors were produced. The first engine was produced for a special version Buick car. The volume of the engine was 3.2 liters, the power of which reached 198 hp.
The motor, having undergone many improvements and modifications, was produced until August 22, 2008, when it was decided to stop producing the engine. In recent years, this motor was installed on the 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix GT.
6) Toyota 2JZ-GTE
One of the most popular engines of the Japanese corporation, which was produced from 1991 to 2002. Initially, a twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine was created for the Supra RZ (JZA80). Toyota engineers created this engine as an alternative to the .
Engine used:
- Toyota Aristo / JZS147 (Japan only)
- Toyota Aristo V300 300 JZS161 (Japan only)
- Toyota Supra RZ/Turbo JZA80
7) Alfa Romeo V6 24V
In accordance with the constant new work to increase the technical characteristics of engines, reduce emissions harmful substances into the atmosphere, new power units may turn out to be successful, that is, have a large resource (from 300,000 to a million), or they may turn out to be worse than the previous ones, often breaking down for no reason. Today we will consider the brands and designations of which engines are the most reliable of gasoline and diesel engines.
Gasoline and diesel engines with a long resource
Today, almost every car brand has several series and ICE modifications. Let's analyze the engines of the most popular cars. The most common in the CIS countries are units running on gasoline.
The best four-cylinder gasoline engines:
No. 1. Toyota 3s-fe.
The 3s-fe engine is very reliable and easy to operate. Its working volume is 2.0 liters. It has 16 valves, a power supply system with distributed injection. Power from 130 to 140 hp Timing drive - belt. They started producing 3S-FE in the late 1980s. Its modifications are both atmospheric and turbocharged. Thanks to the reliability of all 3s fe models, the engine was produced until 2000. Such well-known automobile devices were equipped with these motors: Toyota Camry 1987-1991, Toyota Celica T200, Toyota Avensis 1997-2000, Toyota Rav4 1994-2000.
Without overhaul ICE, with timely replacement of filters, engine oil and using high-quality gasoline, the 3S-FE resource reaches 600,000 km.
No. 2. Mitsubishi.
The Mitsubishi 4g63 engine has a working volume of 2.0 liters. He began to come out, like the Toyota 3s, in the 80s. Modifications until 1987 had one camshaft and 3 valves per cylinder in the design. After 1987, models with two timing camshafts and 4 valves per cylinder went. 
Equipped with such engines Lancer models Evolution IX (Lancer Evolution Ai X) until 2006.
4g63 has both atmospheric and turbocharged options. The more complex in design and the presence of additional components, the less reliable the engine. There are modifications with sophisticated equipment: a fuel supply scheme, the possibility of changing the gas distribution vases.
And atmospheric derated ones (with reduced power) have a resource of about 1 million kilometers, they are called millionaire engines.
Korean automakers Kia and Hyundai and car factories in China are licensed to produce 4G63 engines. Quality and resource must also depend on whether it was assembled at a factory in Japan, in Korea or China.
No. 3. Honda D series.
The line D of Honda power units is more than 10 modifications. Their working volumes are from 1.2 to 1.7 liters. ICE power does not exceed 130 hp The maximum crankshaft speed is 7000 rpm. 
The years of production of Honda D-engines were from 1984 to 2005. The D15, D16 internal combustion engines are considered the most reliable of this series.
Model D engines were equipped with such cars: Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, Honda Accord and others.
Although the volumes of these engines were no more than 1.7 liters and drivers had to constantly press on the gas to maintain power, these units passed a resource of more than 500,000 km without a major overhaul.
No. 4. Series 20NE Opel.
The x20se is considered the most reliable of this Opel line of motors. This engine is even called indestructible, because the car was already wearing out a lot, and the engine itself continued to work properly. 
Power models from 115 to 130 hp. The working volume is 2.0 liters. The design has 8 valves per cylinder. Timing drive - belt. The fuel supply system is a simple distributed injection.
According to reviews of various Internet resources, this engine is not very sensitive to the quality of engine oil and gasoline, like most new engines. But, nevertheless, in order for the engine to depart at least 500,000 km of run, fill quality gasoline and oil.
Years of production 20NE Opel: 1987-1999. They were equipped with such machines:
- Opel Kadett (Opel Kadet).
- Opel Astra (Opel Astra).
- Opel Vectra (Opel Vectra).
- Opel Omega (Opel Omega).
- Opel Calibra (Opel Caliber).
- Oldsmobile (Oldsmobile) (owned by General Motors, last issue - 2004).
- Buick (General Motors, called Buick, Buick).
- Holden (Holden) (was an independent car manufacturer, now owned by General Motors).
16 valve modifications 20NE are installed on Chevrolet (Chevrolet) in subdivisions in South Korea.
8 valve 20NE has high resource. At good care for internal combustion engines, no overhaul is needed up to 1 million kilometers.
16 valve has a resource of about 400,000 km. To be renovated. Simple in design. Suitable Russian gasoline AI-92, AI-95.
Six-cylinder engines for reliability
There are more millionaires among 6-cylinder engines than among 4-x. These include:
No. 1. and 2jz-ge Toyota Motors.
The volumes of these engines are 2.5 and 3.0 liters. Models of these internal combustion engines are among the most durable and reliable. Years of release: from 1990 to 2007. 
The 1jz-gte and 2jz-gte engines were equipped with turbines. These atmospheric and turbocharged engines were actively installed on Toyota Supra, Mark 2, Crown, US export Lexus. Atmospheric modifications 1jz-GE, 2jz-GE are millionaires.
No. 2. M30 BMW.
The first BMW M30 engine was created in 1968. All subsequent modified engines of this brand were produced until 1994. The working volume of the atmospheric model was from 2.5 to 3.4 liters. Engine power from 150 to 220 hp 
The turbocharged engine was designated M102V34. Its power was 250 hp. The material of the cylinder block is cast iron. Timing drive - chain. There are 12 valves. The material of the cylinder head (cylinder head) is aluminum. Sports modifications of the M88 engines already had 24 valves in the design.
Popular in Russia and the CIS countries, the BMW 5 and 7 series models were equipped with such engines - M30. Then they were equipped with the BMW 6 series. The M30 engine was operated up to 1 million kilometers, especially on light versions of the BMW 5 with the M30 3.4 liter.
No. 3. M50 BMW.
The working volumes of such engines were from 2.0 to 2.5 liters. Power - from 150 to 192 horsepower. All 6 cylinders were located in one row. 
The simplicity of the device remained the same: cast iron block, aluminum head, timing chain drive, 4 valves per cylinder.
After the modernization of this unit, namely, the addition of the timing control system VANOS (Vanos), the rating of these engines began to fall. The engine was no longer reliable and maintenance-free, as before.
If the M50 engine does not have a VANOS phase distribution system, then its resource is about 500,000 kilometers.
If the M50 engine is with VANOS, then some owners had to make major repairs after 250,000 km.
The next model was the M52 with a nikosil block. But its reliability is less. Such an engine breaks down more often. Nikasil material is nickel + silicon.
V-shaped most reliable gasoline engines
These powerful motors install on Cars, SUVs and sports cars. Among them are also reliable and often broken. List of reliable gasoline engines:
No. 1. M60 BMW.
Timing gear drive - double row chain. The cylinders are coated with Nikasil. ICE has large stock power. 
Resource M60 BMW - 500 thousand km. installed on the model brand bmw from 1992 to 1998. Installed on BMW 5 and 7 series.
Nikasil coating is applied to engine cylinders to reduce wear. Nicosil and Alusil are aluminum alloys with silicon and nickel. The goal was to create a cylinder block such that it was not necessary to line and apply additional anti-friction layers.
But, as practice and reviews show, many before buying a BMW check if there is a non-powered block in its engine. With such a motor, people do not want to buy. Then there were disputes about this material. Gasoline fuel contains sulfur S. It corrodes the nickel-silver coating. After that, BMW abandoned such material and created a new Alusil. He is fragile, but he is not afraid of sulfur in the fuel.
No. 2. M62 BMW.
The engine has become more complex in design, and the more complex, the less resource. But, as they say, he walks up to half a million kilometers. 
Conclusion
If you decide to make an engine swap, then before buying, find out what material the cylinder block and cylinder head are made of, the characteristics, measure the compression in the cylinders, carefully inspect the engine body and the entire device as a whole.
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Powertrain Series AWM open the top ten most reliable motors for cars. They were first created in 1987 and until now these motors are extremely popular on many German-made cars - Volkswagen, Audi and many others. AWM are durable, reliable and unpretentious. The most powerful motors in the AWM series are the APG and AWA motors. The first engine is eight-valve with Digifant injection. Its volume is 1.8 liters, the power is high - 160 hp. with a torque of 228 Nm / 3800 rpm. This power unit has found the widest application in Volkswagen cars Passat B5. The second motor is a much larger volume - 2.8l. At the same time, its power is 175 hp. at 240 Nm/4000 rpm
Mercedes M266 is one of the most reliable engines for passenger cars. 4-cylinder Gas engine is an evolution of the previous M166, known from first A-Class and Vaneo. The engine received a specific design, as it had to be placed at a large slope in a close engine compartment. The engineers relied on simplicity: only one timing chain and 8-valve gas distribution mechanism. Mechanical very reliable. Injector malfunctions are very rare.
Suzuki DOHC M
Engines Suzuki DOHC"M" located on the eighth line in the list of the most reliable motors. The power units of the "M" series include small-capacity motors 1.3, 1.5, 1.6 and 1.8. The latter is exclusively for the Australian market. On the European continent, the power unit is found in almost all small and medium Suzuki models that appeared at the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries, and in the Fiat Sedici 1.6, which is a copy of the Suzuki SX4. The mechanical part of the engine is very reliable and durable. Even the VVT variable valve timing system, which is used by most engine modifications, is not satisfactory. It is not only in the 1.3-liter version, designed for Ignis and Jimny until 2005, and the old 1.5 modifications for the SX4. The timing chain drive is very reliable. Among the minor drawbacks, small oil leaks through the crankshaft oil seal can be noted. More serious malfunctions are almost never encountered.
Honda D— series ranked seventh in the top of the most reliable engines for passenger cars. Honda's D-series is, first of all, the legendary D15B and all their modifications. First of all, it is worth considering precisely these motors, which had the greatest influence on the development of single-shaft engines in the world. The Honda D-series engine is an almost perfect design. Transversely installed in engine compartment inline four, rotating according to the “laws of Honda”, counterclockwise with a belt drive. The fuel mixture was supplied through a carburetor, through two carburetors (a unique development from Honda), through a mono-injection system (supply of atomized fuel to intake manifold), and injection feed. Moreover, all these options met simultaneously in one model. The reliability of this series has become the standard for simple single-shaft engines. They were produced from 1984 to 2005.
Mitsubishi 4 G63 is one of the best and most reliable motors for passenger car. The first modification 4G63 appeared back in 1981, and continues to be produced to this day with minor changes. Excellent specifications of this motor are combined with its excellent reliability. Engines of the 4G63 family are four-cylinder power units that have a volume of 2.0 liters and power from 109 to 144 horsepower. The 4g63 engine has a cast iron cylinder block and an aluminum head for maximum heat resistance.
Toyota 3 S— F.E.- one of the most reliable engines for passenger cars. Modification 3S FE was one of the first Toyota with a direct fuel injection system. The use of an injector made it possible to significantly improve the power characteristics of the new engine, its idling speed improved, and fuel consumption was significantly reduced in comparison with the carburetor version of this engine. Myself Toyota engine The 3S FE is actually an upgraded version of the 3S, so it retains its legendary reliability and relative simplicity of design. A feature of this power unit is the presence of two ignition coils, which improves the quality of the flammability of the fuel-air mixture. The 3S engine works confidently on 92 and 95 gasoline. Depending on its version, the power indicator can range from 115 to 130 horsepower. The motor shows the maximum torque already from the very bottom, so the car owners did not experience a lack of traction.
Included in the top ten most reliable engines for passenger cars. This member of the GM Family II engine family became famous for often outliving the cars it was installed on. Simple design: 8 valves, belt drive camshaft And simple system multipoint injection are the secrets to longevity. Power different options ranges from 114 to 130 hp. Motors were produced from 1987 to 1999 and installed on models such as Kadett, Astra, Vectra, Omega, Frontera, Calibra, as well as Australian Holden and American Buick and Oldsmobile. In Brazil, they even produced a turbocharged version of the engine - Lt3 with a capacity of 165 hp.
BMW M60
bmw M60 opens the top three most “indestructible” engines for a passenger car. The use of a nickel-silicon coating (Nikasil) makes the cylinders of such a motor virtually wear-free. By half a million kilometers, often the engine does not even need to be changed piston rings. simplicity of design, high power, a good margin of safety puts the M60 among the best.
bmw M57 included in the list of the most reliable engines for passenger cars. The power unit was designed by BMW and its production began in 1998. The motor has several of its modifications, changes and improvements were made as performance was studied, and not all implemented engineering improvements had the same effect on the reliability of the unit. The main innovation of this engine was the injection system diesel fuel"Common rail", with which it was possible to achieve high performance engine operation. An important characteristic of all M57 engines is their ability to provide high torque at low revs crankshaft (exact data depends on modification) and average values maximum speed, which led to an increase in the service life.
Mercedes— Benz OM602 tops the ranking of the most reliable passenger car engines. In 1985 Mercedes company Benz introduced the OM602 diesel engine for a passenger car that stood out highest reliability and took its place in the history of the automotive industry. The resource of this 5-cylinder diesel engine was more than 500,000 km, there were cases when cars with such an engine traveled more than 1 million kilometers without engine overhaul. In 1996 they were released new modification OM602 engine called OM602.982 with direct injection fuel and a power of 129 horsepower. This diesel engine has unique characteristics economy (7.9 l / 100 km in the urban cycle for the C class), significant torque at low revs and a fairly quiet operation, despite direct injection.
A reliable engine is a turbocharged power unit of the Fiat concern.
Many motorists note the fact that modern car engines have dramatically reduced their resource. If earlier multi-liter engines were called "millionaires" for their huge resources, then their modern representatives now go on average 200-300 thousand kilometers. New gasoline turbo engines, which, due to the turbine, were able to reduce the displacement at the same power level, also do not shine with such engine life indicators. However, we were able to find several models of gasoline engines that seemed to us very reliable in our modern times when automakers reduce the life cycle of new cars for the sake of sales.
As you know, in the USA and Europe, the “Best Motor of the Year” awards are annually awarded. The jury of these competitions are journalists from various automotive publications. It may seem to motorists that the internal combustion engine, which received the title of “Best Motor of the Year”, is reliable and has a long service life. In fact, everything looks quite different. Journalists choose the best engines according to the criteria of efficiency and environmental friendliness, specific power. None of them choose best motor years according to the criterion of reliability and motor resource. But for car owners from all over the world, it is the last criterion that we have indicated that is extremely important.
We decided to select from the total volume of gasoline engines produced by automotive manufacturers around the world the best specimens, which demonstrate not only a solid resource, but also a low cost of operation.
The best subcompact naturally aspirated engines
To small engines running on gasoline, we attributed power units with a working volume of up to 1.6 liters. In this class of gasoline engines, manufacturers offer reliable engine models with a resource of up to 300 thousand kilometers. Among reliable naturally aspirated engines, one can single out engine models from manufacturers such as Renault, Opel, Ford and Fiat. Such models can be considered reliable, as they were developed 20 years ago, and are still considered economical after a slight modern modernization. Surprisingly, global automakers supply reliable atmospheric engines with a displacement of 1.6 liters to car models sold in Russia, Eastern Europe and Africa. That is, in other words, they sort of write off car models with such engines to developing markets. Of course, such engines do not have high efficiency and environmental friendliness, like modern gasoline turbo engines, but they are unpretentious in repair and are inexpensive. This allows automakers to lower the cost of new cars in emerging markets.
A series of 1.6 and 1.4 liter engines can be attributed to reliable small engines. Such motors can now be found on Ford Focus and Ford Ecosport models.
Ecotec motors German manufacturer Opel are also reliable. At the German car manufacturer Opel, a reliable subcompact engine is the 1.6-liter A16XER engine with 116 horsepower. This atmospheric unit is still installed on the Opel Astra J, which continue to be sold on a par with the new generation. By the way, new Opel generation Astra K completely deprived of atmospheric engines.
Also reliable are the A14XE, A14XEP and A14XER engines with a displacement of 1.4 liters and power from 75 to 100 horsepower. These engines are installed in this moment on Opel models Corsa Opel Meriva and Opel Astra J. This model naturally aspirated engines are already equipped with a timing chain. However, its resource is limited to 150 thousand kilometers.
The French automobile concern Renault offers atmospheric subcompact engine displacement of 1.2 liters and a capacity of 75 horsepower. It belongs to the D4F series. Unfortunately, in Russia Renault models with this engine are not sold. However, it is considered quite reliable in the French lineup.
The best atmospheric small-capacity engines are naturally aspirated engines of the Italian concern Fiat from the Fire series. So 1.2- and 1.0-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engines are installed on Fiat models punto, Fiat Panda And Fiat Doblo. This series of engines features a timing belt drive, one phase shifter on a 16-valve engine, cast iron block cylinders, simple injection system.
German automobile concern Volkswagen also remained atmospheric gasoline engines. So the Czech car manufacturer Skoda, which is part of the VAG concern, offers car models with three-cylinder atmospheric engines MPI. These engines belong to the EA211 series, which also includes the 1.6 MPI engine supplied to models assembled in Russia Skoda cars. This series of engines is distinguished by a simple design: direct timing drive, phase shifters, an advanced electric thermostat and a cylinder head with a built-in drain manifold. True, the power of such motors is from 60 to 75 horsepower, but compact Skoda models this power is sufficient.
The best turbocharged gasoline engines
We can safely say that one of the most reliable series of turbocharged engines on the European market is the series Opel engines A14NET/A14NEL. This series of engines was built on the already known A14XER naturally aspirated engine. Opel engineers managed to put a simple but reliable turbocharging on a naturally aspirated engine, which made it possible to increase the specific power of the new engines. The engines of this series develop power from 118 to 140 horsepower. They can be found under the hood Opel models Astra H, Opel Meriva and Opel Insignia. The resource of such gasoline turbo engines is 200-250 thousand kilometers.
Also successful and reliable turbo engines running on gasoline can be called the engines of the Fire series from the Italian concern Fiat. These power units are also built on the basis of atmospheric engines and develop power from 125 to 170 horsepower. This gasoline turbo engine is installed on the model Alfa Romeo Giulietta, Jeep Renegade and Fiat 500.
At Renault reliable gasoline engines are atmospheric engines D4F series. Surprisingly, the engine of the German automobile concern Volkswagen is also considered very reliable, despite its great criticism from domestic car owners. Since last year, Volkswagen engineers have eliminated this gasoline turbo engine all weaknesses. The resource was raised to 200-250 thousand kilometers. However, the turbine and direct injection system are still considered to be its weak point.
Since the advent of the first internal combustion engine, power units have evolved quite rapidly. Thanks to the global popularization of motors various manufacturers with each new version become more technologically advanced, productive and powerful.
Also, the reliability of the internal combustion engine has significantly increased compared to the first samples, the most important characteristics have changed for the better, etc. At the same time, in the history of engine building at different stages, installations appeared that could be considered not just another engine with a number of modifications and improvements, but a real breakthrough.
In other words, such units, to a greater or lesser extent, had an impact on the auto industry as a whole. Next, we will talk about what are the best motors in the world in different time became another starting point for further development and evolution.
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10. Let's start with the more familiar modern units, thanks to which today there has been a widespread reduction in displacement (downsizing) along with an increase in power and torque. It is not difficult to guess what we are talking about.
At the same time, it should be emphasized Audi engine 1.8 T, which appeared in the distant 90s. This motor provided impressive performance with a relatively modest volume, and its appearance can be considered the beginning of a gradual abandonment of large-volume internal combustion engines.
The power unit for its time turned out to be quite advanced technically, since simultaneously with turbocharging it received 5 valves per cylinder, a variable valve timing system, forged aluminum pistons and a number of other solutions.
9. In ninth place on the list was the (Wankel engine), which was finalized by Japanese engineers from Mazda for their sports models RX series. Since the advent of the two-section rotary piston motor 13V in 1975, this engine and its modifications later became the most massive RPDs in the world.
Thanks to a number of innovations, the rotary engine, which at the initial stage had only about 100 hp, later gave out about 300 "horses" on forced stock versions. The engine was equipped with a turbocharger, had an advanced control system fuel injection etc.
Even taking into account the fact that such a unit has a reduced resource and consumes a lot of oil and fuel, it is distinguished by its low weight and working volume, spins up to 10 thousand rpm, and allows you to achieve a low center of gravity. Such features allowed the Mazda RX-7 with RPD to become the leader of the race in the 80s.
8. Next, we will talk about Chevrolet engine V8 from the Small Block line. This engine is found under the hoods of GM models and is the most massive "eight" of all time, since its modifications with minor changes were put on cars from 1955 to 2004.
During this time, about 90 million of these internal combustion engines were manufactured, and the first versions were created for the legendary Corvette sports car as a replacement for the weak in-line six-cylinder unit.
IN various modifications this V8 did not have a volume below 4.3 liters. There are also versions with an impressive 6.6 liters. The engine is low because it was originally designed to fit under the hood of a Chevrolet Corvette.
At the same time, the engine turned out to be so successful that they then began to put it on all GM models, for which the presence of a V8 was assumed. The main advantages of this unit are performance, reliability, simple design, not particularly demanding on the quality of fuel and oil.
7. In seventh place were BMW engines, namely the in-line "six". Thanks to the efforts of German engineers, six cylinders arranged in a row became a symbol of an entire era, and also changed the idea of how a powerful and productive in-line engine should work.
The first "six" BMW appeared in 1968, and the legendary atmospheric racing S54 of 2000 on the BMW M3 became the crown. With a relatively modest volume of 3.2 liters, the engine produced 340 hp, which is an outstanding achievement for an aspirated engine.
At the same time, it was the Bavarians, even against the backdrop of the refusal of other manufacturers to install in-line 6-cylinder engines in favor of more compact V6s, despite everything, they continued to use the in-line ICE with 6 cylinders on their models for a long time and actively. Thanks to this solution, motorists around the world were able to appreciate the smooth operation, minimum vibration and the ability of the motor to quickly spin up to maximum speed.
6. Closer to the middle of the list was the legendary V8 HEMI, which was assembled from 1964 to 1971. The motor got its name due to the unique combustion chamber in the form of a hemisphere. At the same time, this motor should not be confused with those analogues of the same name that are produced today. The '64 version is a true sporty V8 with a displacement of 7.0 liters and an output of about 425 hp. An engine with a lower camshaft, has two valves per cylinder and a minimum of complex design solutions.
A distinctive feature of such an internal combustion engine was that these are really indestructible engines with an amazing margin of safety. The weight of the motor is about 400 kg, the design is very simple and extremely reliable, capable of withstanding extremely high loads, even with maximum forcing. It is not surprising that such an engine is very expensive today, as it is of particular value to street racing enthusiasts, athletes, collectors, etc.
5. The high-tech W16 engine, which was created to return Bugatti to the supercar market, deservedly takes the fifth place. This engine initially received a dizzying power of more than 1000 hp, being an evolution of Volkswagen's VR-shaped internal combustion engines.
The minimum angle of collapse of the cylinders (15 degrees) made it possible to put one on two rows of cylinders. Also the motor received unique system self-diagnosis to quickly find a problem in one of the 16 cylinders. As for the design, in addition to 4 turbochargers and several cooling radiators, titanium, an aluminum oil pump and other extremely expensive parts were also used.
As a result, the mass of the W16 is only about 400 kg, and the cost of manufacturing the engine does not matter, since the main task is to obtain huge power and endurance of the internal combustion engine to achieve outstanding performance. Bugatti supercar Veyron and hypercar Chiron with a dizzying 1500 hp
4. next engine who deserves special attention, we can consider the V8 from Ford, which is directly associated with cars from the United States and is a kind of hallmark of the entire American auto industry.
The fact is that the installation of such an internal combustion engine on mass car models allowed the G8 to get as close as possible to a simple consumer, and not remain the property of the owners of extremely expensive and “luxury” cars.
The V8 engine from Ford appeared in 1932, was much more massive than its counterparts from Europe, and often cost less. Thanks to the efforts of the Henry Ford company, two cylinder blocks and a crankcase were cast as a single piece. The crankshaft was not forged, but made by casting, after which strength was achieved, in simple words, by thermal hardening. Camshaft was in the cylinder block, the design of the motor was simplified as much as possible.
The result was a powerful, cheap and durable engine, which quickly took root among the masses thanks to its installation on many popular models. Also, it was on the basis of such motors that the culture of tuning was born. automotive internal combustion engine since the Ford V8 could have been easily.
This is how the first “charged” versions appeared, better known today as hot rods (hot-rod), and the 8-cylinder engines themselves became not just a standard, but actually a symbol of cars from the USA.
3. In third place on our list of engines that have contributed to history and influenced the global engine industry, the engine deservedly gets. Most well-known manufacturers ICE of this type is Volkswagen (Porsche) and Japanese company Subaru with their Boxers.
Huge popularity and recognition at the initial stage, the "opposite" received since the time of the pilot parties in 1933 on Volkswagen models Beetle, and the release of improved versions ended only in 2006. The engine initially had air cooling, the unit turned out to be as simple as possible, distinguished by reliability, acceptable power and unpretentiousness.
As for the Japanese, the Subaru brand actually relied on such a layout. As a result, boxer engines from Japan turned out to be compact, light, the level of vibrations is reduced, the center of gravity allows achieving excellent weight distribution and vehicle handling.
Even with the complexities of maintenance and repair, Subaru boxer engines are well-deservedly popular due to a number of unique features. By the way, the boxer is evolving further, Subaru was introduced not so long ago.
2. In second place is the so-called. The recognized leader in this area is Toyota. The company's engineers built a unique symbiosis of an electric motor and a familiar internal combustion engine, thereby significantly reducing fuel consumption and toxic emissions into the atmosphere.
Wherein hybrid engine even today it looks like a more preferable option against the background of active development, which are completely devoid of an internal combustion engine.
As an example, we can mention the well-known model Toyota Prius or premium Lexus hybrid. In these models, the gasoline engine has a high degree compression and configured to work in tandem with an electric motor. transmission for hybrid cars also represents a whole group of complex engineering and design solutions.
IN in general terms, to start and low speed the traditional internal combustion engine on hybrid cars is not involved, the electric motor, which is powered by electric batteries, is responsible for the rotation of the wheels. If the driver needs more power, then after the start from electric traction at a certain speed, the internal combustion engine is connected, which, together with the electric motor, further effectively accelerates the car. Parallel while working petrol plant batteries are also charged.
The best motor of all time in the automotive industry
So, the well-deserved first place and the honorary title of “the best engine in the world” in our list goes to the power unit that was installed on the model Ford Model T. This engine can be considered the most common engine on the planet, which significantly influenced the development of not only the automotive industry, but our entire civilization.
The fact is that in addition to the Ford T model itself, this power unit stood on trucks, boats, was used as a driving force for electric generators, etc. The working volume was 2900 cm3, 4 cylinders, the power was only 20 hp, while the unit produced a good indicator of torque and was extremely unpretentious in terms of fuel quality. The power plant successfully ran on kerosene and even ethanol.
However, this is not all. The main trump card is the ultimate simplicity of design. The planetary two-stage gearbox was integrated into one unit with the internal combustion engine, the oil for the engine and gearbox was common. She herself did not assume the supply under pressure, lubricant hit the parts by spraying.
List of the most reliable gasoline and diesel engines: 4-cylinder power units, in-line 6 cylinder internal combustion engines and V-shaped power plants. Rating.
