New Ford Focus 1-litre EcoBoost arrives
by Joanne Ahern • July 3, 2012 • Motoring News
Ford’s economical 1-litre EcoBoost petrol engine models arrive in Irish dealerships this week, launching in the Ford Focus.
The small engine is available in a choice of 100PS or 125PS and is the most fuel efficient petrol engine in its class.
The 100PS version promises combined fuel consumption of 4.8litre/100km, with emissions of just 109g/km. Meanwhile, the 125PS variant claims a top speed of 193kph, with combined fuel consumption of 5litre/100km and emissions at 114g/km. Both engines fall into tax bracket A.
However, Ford Ireland managing director Eddie Murphy said EcoBoost isn’t just about fuel economy.
He said: ‘It’s a unique mixture of performance, refinement and economy. In keeping with our brand DNA, we’ve delivered on economy without sacrificing drivability.’
He believes that despite the recent rapid shift to diesel, there is still a demand for a petrol-engined car in this segment ‘which can match a turbodiesel for punch and economy, but which is quieter and has less vibration’.
Prices for the EcoBoost range start from €21,485 for the Focus 5-door entry level model, rising to €22,335 for the Focus Edge, €300 cheaper than the equivalent diesel models.
The 125PS version will be available on the Focus Zetec model, with prices starting from €24,235.
The EcoBoost engine will be available on the new Ford B-MAX, C-MAX and Fiesta later this year.
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