During the 18thInternational Engine of the Year Awards held in Stuttgart, an international jury of journalists awarded the prize of ‘2017 Engine of the Year’ to the PureTech 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine in the 1L to 1.4L category.
An industrial and commercial success
For the third year in the row, the ‘2017 Engine of the Year’ prize confirms the commercial success of this accomplished petrol engine, which is available in 110 and 130hp (PureTech 110 S&S and PureTech 130 S&S). The facts:
- With over 850,000 units already produced in the industrial facilities of the Française de Mécanique manufacturing site in Douvrin (France) and in Xiang Yang (China) since its launch in 2014, this engine will also be manufactured at the Trémery plant (France) at the end of 2017 in order to meet the increase of the demand and double the production capacity for this engine in France. Annual production will exceed 1 million units by 2019.
- The PureTech 1.2-litre engine, in 110 and 130hp versions is fully deployed on over 90 vehicles applications in 70 countries. In 2017, it contributed to the commercial success of PSA group’s new products that included the all-new Peugeot 3008 SUV – European Car of the Year2017 and the new Citroën C3.
- On the European market, the PureTech 1.2L 3-cylinder modular family represents a third of PSA Group’s total petrol and Diesel engines.
A greater performance and environmentally-friendly power unit
Recognised for its all-round driving performance, even at the lowest rpm, the PureTech 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo continues to evolve and will benefit from significant improvements before the end of 2017, with enhancements in efficiency, performance and fuel consumption (up to 4%):
- introduction of a petrol particulate filter to reduce emissions particles by more than 75% in anticipation of future 2020 regulation standards in Europe and China;
- optimisation of efficiency, due to the combustion cycle evolution and a 250bar fuel injection pressure;
- reduction in mechanical friction and introduction of a new turbocharger;
- making the engine more compact to optimise body aerodynamics (SCx gains).
Commenting on the award, Christian Chapelle, Vice-President, Powertrain and Chassis Engineering, PSA Group, said: "Receiving this award confirms the exceptional quality and performance of our petrol engines. We are continuing to optimise our internal combustion engines to make them more efficient and ever more environmentally friendly, thereby better addressing the challenges of energy transition."
FAQs
The PSA Puretech engine is a good engine if well maintained, but because it uses a wet cambelt system it is particularly sensitive in respect of engine oil. Inadequate oil changes or using the wrong viscosity of oil can cause the belt to fail, low oil pressure, oil starvation and turbocharger issues.
What is the award of 1.2 PureTech engine? ›
During the 18th International Engine of the Year Awards held in Stuttgart, an international jury of journalists awarded the prize of '2017 Engine of the Year' to the PureTech 1.2L 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine in the 1L to 1.4L category.
Is a 1.2 litre turbo engine good? ›
Previously, 1.2-litre engines would always be less powerful than their larger counterparts, but modern 1.2 units can often outperform larger capacity engines. How? Namely through the fitment of a turbocharger, which essentially forces more air into an engine to help it produce more power.
Is a 1.2 PureTech engine a turbo? ›
exceptional driving enjoyment; reliability without compromise. It offers excellent performance, in fuel consumption as well as in its dynamic sensations and flexibility in use. The arrival of the new PureTech three-cylinder 1.2 litre turbo petrol engine represents a true technological step forward.
Is a 1.2 engine strong enough? ›
1.0-1.2 Litre Engines
They aren't very powerful, but they can still be quite nippy if the car doesn't weigh very much. You'll get a good fuel economy out of them, as the smaller capacity means less fuel is used.
What is the recall on the PureTech engine? ›
Peugeot and Citroen issued a recall in 2021 relating to the wet timing belt degrading and causing restricted oil flow within the engine, which could cause significant damage.
Does a 3 cylinder engine last long? ›
As others have said, the number of cylinders has very little bearing on the reliability or longevity of an engine. We have two 3 cylinder engines in our fleet, one of which has covered 183000 miles without missing a beat (1.5 Mercedes 3 cyl diesel in a Mitsubishi colt) and which is still going strong.
How long do 1.2 engines last? ›
The 1.2L will surely last to 200k+ miles if properly maintained. The 1.3L might last a tad longer, but any engine will last if you do the maintenance often and properly. Yes. You see this little 1.2l engine that folks here have deluded themselves into thinking will live "over 200k mi" just won't.
Is 3 cylinder turbo engine good? ›
Is a 3-Cylinder engine good or bad? It depends on the intended use of the vehicle. A 3-cylinder engine can offer good fuel efficiency and is a good choice for smaller cars, but it may not provide enough power for larger vehicles or heavy loads.
Who makes PureTech 1.2 engines? ›
The belt should be inspected (belt width check) using a timing belt checking gauge at three different points (crankshaft rotation). NOTE: The replacement interval for the timing belt is now 100,000 km or 6 years.
What does 1.2 PureTech mean? ›
PureTech is the Brand name for Peugeot's new range of 3-cylinder petrol units, incorporating the efficiency with 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated, and 1.2-litre turbocharged. The PureTech engine range now powers the 108, 208, 2008, 308, 3008 & 5008 models.
What is the service interval for a 1.2 PureTech engine? ›
Taking the 1.2-litre PureTech engine, which is used in multiple PSA applications, as an example, according to their respective service schedules, the timing belt must be checked at intervals of between 12,500 and 16,000 miles or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Is the Peugeot 1.2 PureTech 82 engine any good? ›
There are a number of commendable engines to try but the three-cylinder 1.2-litre PureTech 82 engine just has likeability shot straight through it. It's a fun and infectious little fizzer of a powerplant, not particularly quick but always up for a bit of sport.
