Best Car Engines 2015
The engine is the heart of any car, and it plays a vital role in determining the car’s performance, efficiency, and reliability. In 2015, there were a number of excellent car engines on the market, but these seven stood out from the rest.
1. BMW N55B30 3.0L Twin-Turbocharged Inline-6
The BMW N55B30 is a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline-6 engine that was introduced in 2009. It is used in a wide range of BMW models, including the 3 Series, 4 Series, and X3. The N55B30 is known for its smooth power delivery, excellent fuel economy, and impressive reliability.
- Power: 300-326 hp
- Torque: 300-332 lb-ft
- Fuel economy: 22-29 mpg
2. Ford EcoBoost 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4
The Ford EcoBoost 2.0L is a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine that was introduced in 2010. It is used in a wide range of Ford models, including the Focus, Fusion, and Escape. The EcoBoost 2.0L is known for its impressive power and torque, as well as its excellent fuel economy.
- Power: 240-275 hp
- Torque: 270-320 lb-ft
- Fuel economy: 25-30 mpg
3. General Motors LS3 6.2L V8
The General Motors LS3 is a 6.2-liter V8 engine that was introduced in 2005. It is used in a wide range of GM models, including the Camaro, Corvette, and Silverado. The LS3 is known for its powerful performance, impressive fuel economy, and exceptional reliability.
- Power: 426-430 hp
- Torque: 422-428 lb-ft
- Fuel economy: 16-22 mpg
4. Honda K24W 2.4L Naturally-Aspirated Inline-4
The Honda K24W is a 2.4-liter naturally-aspirated inline-4 engine that was introduced in 2002. It is used in a wide range of Honda models, including the Accord, Civic, and CR-V. The K24W is known for its smooth power delivery, excellent fuel economy, and impressive reliability.
- Power: 180-201 hp
- Torque: 172-180 lb-ft
- Fuel economy: 25-35 mpg
5. Mazda Skyactiv-G 2.5L Naturally-Aspirated Inline-4
The Mazda Skyactiv-G 2.5L is a 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated inline-4 engine that was introduced in 2011. It is used in a wide range of Mazda models, including the 3, 6, and CX-5. The Skyactiv-G 2.5L is known for its impressive power and torque, as well as its excellent fuel economy.
- Power: 184-189 hp
- Torque: 186-190 lb-ft
- Fuel economy: 29-36 mpg
6. Subaru EJ257 2.5L Turbocharged Flat-4
The Subaru EJ257 is a 2.5-liter turbocharged flat-4 engine that was introduced in 1998. It is used in a wide range of Subaru models, including the Impreza, WRX, and STI. The EJ257 is known for its powerful performance
