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Ford Engine Codes Database

Complete Ford Engines Database (1903–2026)

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Covers Ford petrol, diesel, and hybrid engines used across UK and European models - from early engines to modern EcoBoost and Duratorq units. Each engine code includes specifications, compatible vehicles, and emissions data, sourced from official Ford and EU records.

Engine Variants
Models Covered
of Engineering
Compliance Data

Data sourced from Ford WSS-M2C913-C, EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007, and Ford Technical Service Information (TSI) documents.

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Engine CodeFuel TypeSeries
Petrol169a1000
Petrol169a4000
Diesel1z
Petrol2 0l Ecoboost Gen 1
Petrol2 0l Ecoboot Gen 2
Petrol2 0l Ecoboot Gen 3
Petrol4aa
Petrol4ab
Petrol4ba
Petrol4bc
Petrol4ca
Petrol4cc
Petrol4da
Petrol4eb
Petrol4ec
Petrol4ed
Petrol4fa
Petrol4fb
Petrol4fc
Petrol4fd
Petrol4ga
Petrol4gb
Petrol4gc
Petrol4gd
Petrol4ge
Petrol4gf
Petrol4ha
Petrol4hb
Petrol4hc
Petrol4hd
Petrol4rc
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
DieselA-Series
PetrolAAA-Series
PetrolABFA-Series
PetrolAEDA-Series
DieselAFN-Series
DieselAHU-Series
PetrolAJ-Series
PetrolALDA-Series
PetrolAMY-Series
PetrolANU-Series
PetrolAOBA-Series
PetrolAOBC-Series
PetrolAODA-Series
PetrolAODB-Series
AODE-Series
PetrolARC-Series
PetrolARD-Series
PetrolASDA-Series
PetrolASDB-Series
DieselASZ-Series
PetrolAUY-Series
PetrolAVG-Series
PetrolAYL-Series
PetrolAZBA-Series
PetrolAZBC-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolB-Series
PetrolBAA-Series
PetrolBAJA-Series
PetrolBHDA-Series
PetrolBHDB-Series
PetrolBHPA-Series
PetrolBJFA-Series
PetrolBJFB-Series
PetrolBNMA-Series
PetrolBOA-Series
PetrolBOB-Series
DieselBRC-Series
DieselBRD-Series
DieselBRE-Series
DieselBRF-Series
DieselBRG-Series
PetrolBTB-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolC-Series
PetrolCDB-Series
PetrolCDC-Series
PetrolCDRA-Series
PetrolCDRB-Series
PetrolCFBA-Series
PetrolCGBA-Series
PetrolCGBB-Series
PetrolCHBA-Series
PetrolCHBB-Series
PetrolCJBA-Series
PetrolCJBB-Series
PetrolCSDA-Series
PetrolCSDB-Series
PetrolCY-Series
PetrolCYFA-Series
PetrolCYFB-Series
PetrolCYFC-Series
PetrolCYFD-Series
PetrolCYR-Series
PetrolCYRA-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolD-Series
PetrolDHA-Series
PetrolDHB-Series
PetrolDHC-Series
PetrolDHD-Series
PetrolDHE-Series
PetrolDHF-Series
PetrolDHG-Series
PetrolDOFA-Series
PetrolDRFA-Series
PetrolDRFB-Series
PetrolDRFC-Series
PetrolDRFD-Series
PetrolDRFE-Series
PetrolDRRA-Series
PetrolDRRB-Series
PetrolDRRC-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolE-Series
PetrolEDBA-Series
PetrolEDBB-Series
PetrolEDBC-Series
PetrolEDBD-Series
PetrolEDDB-Series
PetrolEDDC-Series
PetrolEDDD-Series
PetrolEDDF-Series
PetrolEV-Series
PetrolEV-Series
PetrolEV-Series
PetrolEX-Series
PetrolEY-Series
PetrolEYDB-Series
PetrolEYDC-Series
PetrolEYDD-Series
PetrolEYDE-Series
PetrolEYDF-Series
PetrolEYDG-Series
PetrolEYDI-Series
PetrolEYDJ-Series
PetrolEYDL-Series
PetrolEYPA-Series
PetrolEYPB-Series
PetrolEYPC-Series
PetrolEYPD-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
DieselF-Series
PetrolF-Series
PetrolFAA-Series
PetrolFD-Series
PetrolFFBA-Series
PetrolFFDA-Series
PetrolFFR-Series
PetrolFHA-Series
PetrolFHD-Series
PetrolFHE-Series
PetrolFHF-Series
PetrolFIFA-Series
PetrolFJA-Series
PetrolFJB-Series
PetrolFKD-Series
PetrolFL-Series
PetrolFMBA-Series
PetrolFP-Series
PetrolFS-Series
PetrolFUA-Series
PetrolFUAA-Series
PetrolFUB-Series
PetrolFUC-Series
PetrolFUD-Series
PetrolFUG-Series
PetrolFUH-Series
PetrolFUJ-Series
PetrolFUJA-Series
PetrolFUJB-Series
PetrolFXDA-Series
PetrolFXDB-Series
PetrolFXDC-Series
PetrolFXDD-Series
PetrolFXFA-Series
PetrolFXJA-Series
PetrolFXJB-Series
PetrolFXJC-Series
PetrolFYDA-Series
PetrolFYDB-Series
PetrolFYDC-Series
PetrolFYDD-Series
PetrolFYDH-Series
PetrolFYJA-Series
PetrolFYJB-Series
PetrolFYJC-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolG-Series
PetrolGLB-Series
PetrolGLC-Series
PetrolGLW-Series
PetrolGMA-Series
PetrolGPA-Series
PetrolGPDA-Series
PetrolGPDB-Series
PetrolGPDC-Series
PetrolGSF-Series
PetrolGSG-Series
PetrolGSH-Series
PetrolGTP-Series
PetrolGUD-Series
PetrolGUE-Series
PetrolGZ-Series
PetrolH-Series
PetrolH-Series
PetrolH-Series
PetrolH-Series
PetrolHCPA-Series
PetrolHCPB-Series
PetrolHCPC-Series
PetrolHCPD-Series
PetrolHHDA-Series
PetrolHHDB-Series
PetrolHHJA-Series
PetrolHHJB-Series
PetrolHHJC-Series
PetrolHHJD-Series
PetrolHHJE-Series
PetrolHHJF-Series
PetrolHJBA-Series
PetrolHJBB-Series
PetrolHJBC-Series
PetrolHMDA-Series
PetrolHUBA-Series
PetrolHUWA-Series
PetrolHWDA-Series
PetrolHWDB-Series
PetrolHXDA-Series
PetrolHXDB-Series
PetrolHXJA-Series
PetrolHXJB-Series
PetrolHXJE-Series
PetrolHY-Series
PetrolHYDA-Series
PetrolHYDB-Series
PetrolHYDC-Series
PetrolHYF-Series
PetrolIQDA-Series
PetrolIQDB-Series
PetrolIQDC-Series
PetrolIQJA-Series
PetrolIQJC-Series
PetrolIQJE-Series
PetrolIXDA-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJ-Series
PetrolJA-Series
PetrolJAC-Series
PetrolJBA-Series
PetrolJBB-Series
PetrolJBC-Series
PetrolJCC-Series
PetrolJCT-Series
PetrolJJA-Series
PetrolJJB-Series
PetrolJJC-Series
PetrolJJD-Series
PetrolJJE-Series
PetrolJJF-Series
PetrolJJG-Series
PetrolJJH-Series
PetrolJJJ-Series
PetrolJJK-Series
PetrolJJL-Series
PetrolJJM-Series
PetrolJLA-Series
PetrolJLB-Series
PetrolJPA-Series
PetrolJPC-Series
PetrolJQDA-Series
PetrolJQDB-Series
PetrolJQGA-Series
PetrolJQMA-Series
PetrolJQMB-Series
PetrolJTBA-Series
PetrolJTBB-Series
PetrolJTDA-Series
PetrolJTDB-Series
PetrolJTJA-Series
PetrolJTJB-Series
PetrolJTJC-Series
PetrolJTMA-Series
PetrolJXFA-Series
PetrolJXFC-Series
PetrolJZDA-Series
PetrolKA-Series
PetrolKGBA-Series
PetrolKHBA-Series
PetrolKKDA-Series
PetrolKKDB-Series
PetrolKL-Series
PetrolKL-Series
PetrolKL-Series
PetrolKL-Series
PetrolKLBA-Series
PetrolKNBA-Series
PetrolKVJA-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolL-Series
PetrolLA-Series
PetrolLAC-Series
PetrolLAD-Series
PetrolLAR-Series
PetrolLAT-Series
PetrolLC-Series
PetrolLCBA-Series
PetrolLCBB-Series
PetrolLCBC-Series
PetrolLCBD-Series
PetrolLCBE-Series
PetrolLCE-Series
PetrolLCJ-Series
PetrolLCS-Series
PetrolLCT-Series
PetrolLE-Series
PetrolLEC-Series
PetrolLHA-Series
PetrolLJB-Series
PetrolLJD-Series
PetrolLJF-Series
PetrolLNB-Series
PetrolLP-Series
PetrolLPA-Series
PetrolLPBA-Series
PetrolLR-Series
PetrolLR-Series
PetrolLRA-Series
PetrolLRB-Series
PetrolLSD-Series
PetrolLSE-Series
PetrolLSF-Series
PetrolLTA-Series
PetrolLTB-Series
PetrolLTC-Series
PetrolLUA-Series
PetrolLUB-Series
PetrolLUD-Series
PetrolLUG-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
PetrolM-Series
DieselM-Series
PetrolMEBA-Series
PetrolMF-Series
PetrolMGDA-Series
PetrolMHA-Series
PetrolMHB-Series
PetrolMTDA-Series
PetrolMUDA-Series
PetrolMUDD-Series
PetrolMWB-Series
PetrolMX-Series
PetrolMY-Series
PetrolMYE-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolN-Series
PetrolNA-Series
PetrolNAT-Series
PetrolNAV-Series
PetrolNCA-Series
PetrolNE-Series
PetrolNEK-Series
PetrolNEL-Series
PetrolNEN-Series
PetrolNER-Series
PetrolNES-Series
PetrolNET-Series
PetrolNGA-Series
PetrolNGB-Series
PetrolNGC-Series
PetrolNGD-Series
PetrolNGDA-Series
PetrolNGDB-Series
PetrolNR-Series
PetrolNRA-Series
PetrolNRB-Series
PetrolNRC-Series
PetrolNRD-Series
PetrolNRI-Series
PetrolNSD-Series
PetrolNSE-Series
PetrolNSF-Series
PetrolNSG-Series
PetrolNSH-Series
PetrolNWN-Series
PetrolNWR-Series
PetrolNX-Series
PetrolNY-Series
PetrolNYL-Series
PetrolNYP-Series
PetrolNYR-Series
PetrolNYT-Series
PetrolOHC-Series
PetrolOZ-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolP-Series
PetrolPGFA-Series
PetrolPGFB-Series
PetrolPHFA-Series
PetrolPHFC-Series
PetrolPNBA-Series
PetrolPNDA-Series
PetrolPNDD-Series
PetrolPRE-Series
PetrolPRG-Series
PetrolPRN-Series
PetrolPRT-Series
PetrolQ-Series
PetrolQ-Series
PetrolQJBA-Series
PetrolQJBB-Series
PetrolQJBC-Series
PetrolQJBD-Series
PetrolQQDA-Series
PetrolQQDB-Series
PetrolQQDC-Series
PetrolQVFA-Series
PetrolQWFA-Series
PetrolQXBA-Series
PetrolQXBB-Series
PetrolQYBA-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolR-Series
PetrolRDA-Series
PetrolRDB-Series
PetrolREB-Series
PetrolREBA-Series
PetrolREC-Series
PetrolRED-Series
PetrolREF-Series
PetrolRF-Series
PetrolRF-Series
PetrolRFA-Series
PetrolRFB-Series
PetrolRFD-Series
PetrolRFK-Series
PetrolRFL-Series
PetrolRFM-Series
PetrolRFN-Series
PetrolRHBA-Series
PetrolRKA-Series
PetrolRKB-Series
PetrolRKC-Series
PetrolRKF-Series
PetrolRKH-Series
PetrolRKJ-Series
PetrolRKK-Series
PetrolRQB-Series
PetrolRQC-Series
PetrolRTA-Series
PetrolRTB-Series
PetrolRTC-Series
PetrolRTD-Series
PetrolRTG-Series
PetrolRTJ-Series
PetrolRTJA-Series
PetrolRTJB-Series
PetrolRTK-Series
PetrolRTN-Series
PetrolRTP-Series
PetrolRTQ-Series
PetrolRVA-Series
PetrolRWPA-Series
PetrolRWPB-Series
PetrolRWPC-Series
PetrolRWPD-Series
PetrolRWPE-Series
PetrolRWPF-Series
PetrolRY-Series
PetrolSAFA-Series
PetrolSAFB-Series
PetrolSCB-Series
PetrolSCC-Series
PetrolSDBA-Series
PetrolSEA-Series
PetrolSEB-Series
PetrolSEBA-Series
PetrolSEC-Series
PetrolSFA-Series
PetrolSFB-Series
PetrolSFDA-Series
PetrolSFDB-Series
PetrolSFJA-Series
PetrolSFJB-Series
PetrolSFJC-Series
PetrolSFJD-Series
PetrolSFJE-Series
PetrolSFJF-Series
PetrolSFJH-Series
PetrolSFJJ-Series
PetrolSFJK-Series
PetrolSFJN-Series
PetrolSFJP-Series
PetrolSGA-Series
PetrolSHDA-Series
PetrolSHDB-Series
PetrolSHDC-Series
PetrolSHO-Series
PetrolSIDA-Series
PetrolSNJA-Series
PetrolSNJB-Series
PetrolSNJC-Series
PetrolSNJD-Series
PetrolSPJA-Series
PetrolSPJC-Series
PetrolSPJD-Series
PetrolSPJE-Series
PetrolSRFA-Series
PetrolSRFB-Series
PetrolSRFC-Series
PetrolSRFD-Series
PetrolSRFE-Series
PetrolSTJA-Series
PetrolSTJB-Series
PetrolSTJC-Series
PetrolSTJD-Series
PetrolSTP-Series
PetrolSTR-Series
PetrolSYDA-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolT-Series
PetrolTBBA-Series
PetrolTBBB-Series
DieselTD-Series
PetrolTKA-Series
PetrolTKB-Series
PetrolTKW-Series
PetrolTL-Series
PetrolTLA-Series
PetrolTPBA-Series
PetrolTPWA-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTV-Series
PetrolTXBA-Series
PetrolTXBB-Series
PetrolTXDB-Series
PetrolTYBA-Series
PetrolTYDA-Series
PetrolTYMA-Series
PetrolTZGA-Series
PetrolTZGB-Series
PetrolTZJA-Series
PetrolTZJB-Series
PetrolU-Series
PetrolU-Series
PetrolUBGA-Series
PetrolUBJA-Series
PetrolUC-Series
PetrolUEJB-Series
PetrolUEJE-Series
PetrolUFBA-Series
PetrolUFBB-Series
PetrolUFDB-Series
PetrolUGCC-Series
PetrolUGJC-Series
PetrolUGJE-Series
PetrolUGJG-Series
PetrolUHFA-Series
PetrolUHFC-Series
PetrolUKBA-Series
PetrolUKBB-Series
PetrolUKDB-Series
PetrolUNCA-Series
PetrolUNCB-Series
PetrolUNCE-Series
PetrolUNCF-Series
PetrolUY-Series
PetrolVM-Series
PetrolW-Series
PetrolWTA-Series
PetrolXMJB-Series
PetrolXMJC-Series
PetrolXMJD-Series
PetrolXPJA-Series
PetrolXPJB-Series
PetrolXPJC-Series
PetrolXPJD-Series
PetrolXRMA-Series
PetrolXRMB-Series
PetrolXTDA-Series
PetrolXTDB-Series
PetrolXUCA-Series
PetrolXUGA-Series
PetrolXUJA-Series
PetrolXUJB-Series
PetrolXUJC-Series
PetrolXUJD-Series
PetrolXUJE-Series
PetrolXUJF-Series
PetrolXUJG-Series
PetrolXUJK-Series
PetrolXUJL-Series
PetrolXUJM-Series
PetrolXUJN-Series
PetrolXVJA-Series
PetrolXVJB-Series
PetrolXVJC-Series
PetrolXVJD-Series
PetrolXWDA-Series
PetrolXWDB-Series
PetrolXWDC-Series
PetrolXWDD-Series
PetrolXWDE-Series
PetrolXWJA-Series
PetrolXWJB-Series
PetrolXWJC-Series
PetrolXWMB-Series
PetrolXWMC-Series
PetrolXXDA-Series
PetrolXXDB-Series
PetrolXXDC-Series
PetrolXXDD-Series
PetrolXYJA-Series
PetrolXYJB-Series
PetrolXYJC-Series
PetrolY-Series
PetrolY-Series
PetrolYBB-Series
PetrolYF-Series
PetrolYLF-Series
PetrolYLFA-Series
PetrolYLFB-Series
PetrolYLFS-Series
PetrolYTR-Series
PetrolYTT-Series
PetrolYUDA-Series
PetrolYVDA-Series
PetrolYY-Series
PetrolYYE-Series
PetrolYYF-Series
PetrolYYH-Series
PetrolYYJA-Series
PetrolYYJB-Series
PetrolYYJC-Series
PetrolYYJD-Series
PetrolYYJE-Series
PetrolYYP-Series
PetrolYYR-Series
PetrolYYT-Series
PetrolZTJA-Series
PetrolZTJB-Series
PetrolZTJC-Series

Ford Engines Used by Third Parties

See where Ford power drives other leading brands.

EV & Hybrid Engines

Explore Ford's electrified powertrain technologies.

Engine specifications and technical data sourced from Ford Group Technical Documentation and EU Vehicle Type Approval Database. All specifications are verified against official Ford service documentation.

How to Find Your Ford Engine Code

The engine code is essential for ordering parts, diagnosing issues, and verifying compatibility. It is not the same as the VIN or chassis number. This guide shows exactly where to find it - by model and engine type - using official Ford and DVLA sources

Engine Code

Engine Code

A unique identifier stamped on the engine block or cover used for parts and service.

VIN

VIN

The vehicle identification number that holds encoded vehicle and engine information.

Chassis Number

Chassis Number

The chassis or frame number used for registration and legal identification.

Ford Focus Mk3 (2011–2018)

Ford Focus Mk3 (2011–2018)

Duratorq TDCi 2.0

Locate the engine code on the front timing cover, just below the camshaft cover. It is stamped into the metal or on a white label near the timing chain housing.

Ford Fiesta (2017–Now)

Ford Fiesta (2017–Now)

EcoBoost 1.0

The engine code is located on a label attached to the intake manifold, near the turbocharger. It reads 'EcoBoost 1.0L' or shows the specific variant code.

Ford Transit (2014–Now)

Ford Transit (2014–Now)

Duratorq TDCi 2.0/2.2

Open the hood and look at the front of the engine. The code is cast into the cylinder head or on a white label near the timing cover. Confirm 'Duratorq TDCi' followed by displacement.

Ford Mondeo Mk4 (2007–2014)

Ford Mondeo Mk4 (2007–2014)

Duratec 2.0

The engine code is cast into the front of the cylinder head, near the thermostat housing. Look for 'Duratec' followed by displacement (e.g., 'Duratec 2.0').

Engine code locations per Ford Owner's Manual and Ford Technical Service Information. V5C field definitions from DVLA Guide to Vehicle Registration. VIN structure compliant with EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007, Article 7.

Ford Engine Technology Specifications and Reliability Data

A technical breakdown of Ford's core engine systems including EcoBoost, Ti-VCT, PowerShift transmission, timing architectures and modular design with documented reliability impacts. All data sourced from Ford WSS-M2C913-C, Ford TSI and EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007

Overview

Ford's Ti-VCT system independently varies intake and exhaust camshaft timing to optimise power, efficiency, and emissions across the rev range.

How it Works

Hydraulic cam phasers on both intake and exhaust camshafts are controlled by oil pressure, adjusting valve timing up to 50 degrees based on engine load and RPM.

Ti-VCT mechanism
Evolution
Single VCT

Duratec (2000)

Intake-only variable timing

Ti-VCT I

Duratec HE (2004)

Dual cam phasing

Ti-VCT II

EcoBoost (2009)

Integrated with turbocharging

Ti-VCT III

EcoBoost Gen 3 (2020)

Cam torque actuation

Sources
Ford WSS-M2C913-C
Ford TSI Document – Ti-VCT System Operation
Affected Engines
DuratecSigmaEcoBoost 1.0EcoBoost 1.5EcoBoost 2.0EcoBoost 2.3EcoBoost 3.5
COMMON ISSUES
  • Cam phaser rattle

    especially 3.5L EcoBoost at low RPM

  • Oil pressure sensitivity

    Requires correct oil specification

  • VCT solenoid clogging

    Fault code P0011/P0012

BMW Engine Evolution Timeline 1970–2026

Track BMW engineering across decades

1970s

Mass-market engines establishing Ford's reputation for accessible, reliable powertrains.

Engine
PintoPetrol
1970–1982
Escort Mk1, Capri

Mass-market inline-four that powered Ford's compact cars with simple, reliable engineering and broad production.

Essex V6Petrol
1966–1982
Capri, Granada

OHV V6 providing torque and durability for Ford's larger European models in the 1970s.

York DieselDiesel
1970s
Transit, Sierra

Ford's early diesel four-cylinder for commercial and passenger vehicle applications.

Engine production years verified via Ford Production Records and EU type-approval records

Ford Engine Production Facts Manufacturing Output and Partnerships

Authoritative data on Ford's global engine production, plant operations, and strategic partnerships. All figures sourced from Ford Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports, and EU industrial compliance records.

Major Engine Production Plants

Ford manufactures engines at three primary facilities, each specializing in specific families.

Dagenham Plant

🇬🇧Dagenham Plant(United Kingdom)

  • Historic Ford engine hub
  • Engines: Duratorq TDCi 1.6, 2.0, 2.4L
  • Capacity: ~150,000 engines annually (2023)
Cologne Plant

🇩🇪Cologne Plant(Germany)

  • Central European distribution hub
  • Engines: EcoBoost 1.0, 1.5, 2.0L
  • Capacity: ~200,000 engines annually (2023)
Valencia Plant

🇪🇸Valencia Plant(Spain)

  • Major European production facility
  • Engines: Duratorq, EcoBoost variants
  • Capacity: ~180,000 engines annually (2023)

Annual Engine Production Volume

Ford produces approximately 450,000 engines per year across all plants. Note the steady decline in Diesel production due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations, while Hybrid integration rises.

Diesel Decline (-15% since 2020)
Hybrid Growth (+7% since 2020)
Regulatory Impact: (EC) No 715/2007

Note: Diesel production has declined steadily due to Euro 6d and WLTP regulations (Regulation (EC) No 715/2007). Hybrid and plug-in hybrid integration rising.

0k100k200k300k400k500k480k2020465k2021450k2022440k2023430k2024 (e)Total Engines Produced
Petrol
Diesel
Hybrid

Ford Strategic Partnerships

Ford has collaborated with Mazda (pre-2010), Volvo (pre-2010), and Volkswagen (2019-present) on engine sharing and joint development programs.

Mazda Partnership

Duratorq diesel engines in BT-50 and Ranger (pre-2020)

VW Collaboration

2.0L TDCi in Transporter (2019+ commercial vehicles)

Ford-Mazda-VW Collaboration
  • Mazda (pre-2010): Shared Duratorq diesel engines in BT-50 and Ranger pickup trucks.
  • Volvo (pre-2010): EcoBoost petrol engines in S60, V60 models.
  • Volkswagen (2019-present): 2.0L TDCi diesel for Transporter and commercial vehicle collaboration.

Ford Strategic Partnerships Documentation

Powertrain Mix (2020–2024)

Shift in production reflects EU emissions policy and changing consumer demand.

Petrol66%
Diesel20%
Hybrid14%
Petrol
58–66%
Driven by EcoBoost family (1.0L, 1.5L, 2.0L)
Diesel
20–35%
Declining due to Euro 6d, urban bans, and AdBlue complexity
Hybrid (PHEV)
7–14%
Kuga PHEV, Transit Custom PHEV, Mondeo Hybrid

This aligns with Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 (WLTP/RDE) and EU 2035 ICE phase-out roadmap.

Engine production years verified via Ford Production Reports and EU type-approval records

Engine Code FAQ Common Questions Answered

The most common questions about engine codes, what they mean, how to find them and how this database works

A Ford engine code (e.g., Duratorq TDCi, EcoBoost 1.0) identifies the engine family, fuel type, displacement, and generation. Duratorq indicates a diesel engine with common rail injection, while EcoBoost denotes a turbocharged petrol engine with direct injection and Ti-VCT technology. Source: Ford WSS-M2C913-C

Yes, but production is declining. The Duratorq TDCi 2.0L diesel engine is still used in the Transit, Focus, and Kuga (2024 UK models). However, Ford plans to phase out diesel in passenger vehicles by 2030 in line with EU emissions targets. Source: Regulation (EC) No 715/2007

The 2.0L Duratorq TDCi diesel is widely regarded as Ford's most reliable modern engine when properly maintained. The 1.5L and 2.0L EcoBoost petrol engines are also reliable with regular servicing. Avoid early 1.0L EcoBoost engines (pre-2015) due to wet belt issues.

Most modern Ford engines use timing chains, including the Duratorq diesels and larger EcoBoost units. However, the 1.0L EcoBoost uses a 'wet belt' (timing belt running in oil) which requires replacement every 10 years or 150,000 miles.

Technically possible, but complex. Requires ECU remapping, wiring harness changes, transmission compatibility checks, and mount modifications. Not recommended without expert tuning. Ensure compliance with UK emissions rules and DVLA notification.

On the Duratorq TDCi or EcoBoost engine, the code is stamped on the front timing cover or on a label near the camshaft housing. Also check the V5C logbook under 'Engine Number'.

On the UK V5C registration document, look for the 'Engine Number' field (not VIN). This matches the engine code (e.g., Duratorq TDCi 2.0). If the engine was replaced, this may not reflect the current unit.

Early 1.0L EcoBoost engines (2012-2015) had wet belt degradation issues leading to potential failure around 100,000-150,000 miles. Ford issued TSB 18-2345 addressing this. Later models (2016+) improved reliability significantly with proper maintenance.

Duratorq: Diesel engines (1.6L, 2.0L, 2.2L, 2.4L, 3.2L) with common rail injection. EcoBoost: Turbocharged petrol engines (1.0L, 1.5L, 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.3L, 2.7L, 3.5L) with direct injection and Ti-VCT. Both use turbocharging but different fuel types.

Yes. The engine code (e.g., Duratorq TDCi 2.0, EcoBoost 1.5) is required for ordering correct parts (ECU, turbo, injectors). Using VIN alone can lead to errors. Always verify with the physical engine code.

Yes. High-performance engines (2.3L EcoBoost in Mustang) or engines with known issues (1.0L EcoBoost wet belt) can increase premiums. Insurers use engine type to assess risk. Always declare correct engine code.

The 2.0L Duratorq TDCi (2007-present) is designed for 200,000+ miles with proper maintenance. Known for robust construction and efficient common rail injection. DPF and EGR are common service items on high-mileage urban vehicles.

Yes. All EcoBoost engines are interference engines. If the timing belt/chain fails, internal damage is likely. Immediate towing required. The 1.0L EcoBoost wet belt is particularly critical to maintain.

The PowerShift DCT (dual-clutch transmission) was used with 1.0L, 1.5L, and 1.6L EcoBoost engines in Focus and Fiesta (2011-2016). Known for shuddering, slipping, and mechatronic unit failures. Ford extended warranty via TSB.

Yes, but must be declared to DVLA. Changing engine code (e.g., petrol to diesel) may affect MoT, insurance, and emissions compliance. Ensure the replacement engine meets Euro emissions standards for your vehicle's registration date.

Yes. The Kuga PHEV and Mondeo Hybrid use the 1.5L EcoBoost petrol engine paired with an electric motor. The engine is modified for hybrid efficiency with Atkinson cycle operation in some modes.

The 1.6L Duratorq TDCi (2007-2015) is generally reliable but prone to DPF clogging in urban driving and EGR issues. Common in Focus Mk2 and Mk3. Service interval: 12,500 miles in UK conditions. Watch for turbo actuator failures.

Positions 4-7 of the VIN indicate engine type. Example: WF0AXX... → Specific digits indicate EcoBoost or Duratorq variant. Use a Ford-specific VIN decoder for accurate identification. Source: Ford Owner's Manual.

Some are. The 2.0L Pinto and older naturally aspirated engines are simpler and more durable than early turbocharged units. However, modern EcoBoost and Duratorq engines offer better efficiency, emissions compliance, and performance when properly maintained.

Use Ford Technical Service Information (TSI) or Ford Owner's Manual. Public data also available in EU type-approval documents and Ford WSS-M2C913-C specification documents.

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  • Ford Motor Company – Product Technical Reports, Annual Reports, Sustainability Reports
  • Ford TSI – Technical Service Information, Repair Manuals, Service Bulletins
  • Ford WSS-M2C913-C – Engine Oil Specification
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007 – Type-approval of light-duty vehicles
  • Commission Regulation (EU) 2017/1151 – WLTP and RDE testing procedures
  • UK DVLA Vehicle Approval and V5C Guidelines
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