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2012 Ford Focus Engine Details: 2.0-liter, Direct-Injected, 160-Horsepower
Ford has released details on the 2.0-liter four-cylinder that will serve as the standard engine in the 2012 Ford Focus. The new engine will feature direct injection and variable valve timing to help improve power and fuel efficiency. The new engine is rated at 160 horsepower and 146 lb-ft of torque, compared to 140 hp/136 lb-ft in the current Focus. Equipped with the optional automatic, the new Focus is projected to deliver a 40 mpg EPA highway rating.
The double-overhead-cam (DOHC) 2.0-liter will feature variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust camshafts, and thanks to direct injection, will feature a lofty 12:1 compression ratio. Those in corn-belt states may be interested in its E85 flex fuel capability. To reduce weight, the block, cylinder head, oil pan and pistons are all aluminum castings. More details on the new mill from the Ford press release after the jump.
PRESS RELEASE
ALL-NEW FORD FOCUS ACHIEVES FUEL EFFICIENCY WITH HIGH-TECH 2.0-LITER DIRECT-INJECTION I-4 ENGINE
- All-new Ford Focus will be powered by a fuel-efficient 2.0-liter DOHC I-4 engine with twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT), direct gasoline injection and E85 flex fuel capability that will deliver a projected 40 mpg highway
- New 2.0-liter is one of the most powerful, fuel-efficient and refined engines in its class and one of the most advanced non-turbocharged four-cylinder powerplants Ford has ever offered
- New engine reinforces Ford powertrain strategy that delivers on fuel economy leadership without sacrificing driving fun throughout its global offerings