The Ford XTDB is a 1,499 cc, inline‑three turbo‑petrol engine produced between 2018 and 2023. It features a compact DOHC 12‑valve layout, direct fuel injection, and a single twin‑scroll turbocharger. In standard form it delivers 118 kW (160 PS) and 250 Nm of torque, with strong low‑rpm response for urban and motorway driving.
Fitted to models such as the Fiesta ST, Puma ST, and Focus ST‑Line, the XTDB was engineered for sporty yet efficient performance. Emissions compliance was achieved through gasoline particulate filtration (GPF) and cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), meeting Euro 6d TEMP and later Euro 6d standards across all markets.
One documented concern is high‑pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear under sustained high‑load conditions, highlighted in Ford Technical Service Bulletin TSB‑19‑2312. This issue is linked to thermal stress on the pump’s cam follower and plunger assembly. From mid‑2021, Ford introduced revised HPFP components with improved metallurgy and lubrication paths.
Production years 2018–2020 meet Euro 6d TEMP standards; 2021–2023 models comply with Euro 6d (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678).
The Ford XTDB is a 1,499 cc inline‑three turbo‑petrol engineered for compact performance models (2018–2023). It combines direct injection with a twin‑scroll turbocharger to deliver responsive torque and agile throttle response. Designed to meet Euro 6d TEMP and Euro 6d standards, it balances sporty character with regulatory compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,499 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol (RON 95 min) | |
| Configuration | Inline‑3, DOHC, 12‑valve | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 79.0 mm × 81.3 mm | |
| Power output | 118 kW (160 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | |
| Torque | 250 Nm @ 1,600–4,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch HDP5 high-pressure direct injection (up to 350 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d TEMP (2018–2020); Euro 6d (2021–2023) | |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water‑cooled with electric auxiliary pump | |
| Turbocharger | Single twin‑scroll turbo (Honeywell Garrett) | |
| Timing system | Chain (front‑mounted; low wear design) | |
| Oil type | Ford WSS‑M2C949‑A (SAE 0W‑20) | |
| Dry weight | 112 kg |
The twin-scroll turbo provides immediate throttle response ideal for spirited driving but demands high-quality 0W-20 oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C949-A to protect the high-pressure fuel pump and timing chain. Extended oil change intervals beyond 16,000 km or 12 months may accelerate HPFP wear, especially in hot climates or frequent high-load use. The GPF requires periodic highway driving to enable passive regeneration; short urban trips can trigger warning lights. Revised HPFP units from mid-2021 (per TSB 19-2312) offer improved durability. Use only RON 95+ fuel to prevent knock under boost.
Oil Specs: Requires Ford WSS-M2C949-A (0W-20) specification (Ford Owner Handbook 2020). Not interchangeable with ACEA C2/C3 oils.
Emissions: Euro 6d TEMP applies to 2018–2020 models; Euro 6d compliance for 2021–2023 (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/5678).
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Peak output requires RON 95+ fuel (Ford TIS Doc. T21890).
Ford Technical Information System (TIS): Docs T21890, T22015, TSB 19-2312
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/5678)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Ford XTDB was used across Ford's B‑Car and C‑Car platforms with transverse mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—reinforced mounts in the Fiesta ST and enhanced cooling in the Puma ST—and from 2021 the facelifted Focus adopted revised engine control calibrations for GPF efficiency, creating minor ECU interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front timing cover near the crank pulley (Ford TIS T21890). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine family ('B' for 1.5L EcoBoost). All XTDB units feature a black plastic cam cover with '1.5 ECoboost' branding. Critical differentiation from earlier 1.5L Sigma: XTDB uses direct injection and a GPF, visible as a second exhaust filter downstream of the turbo. ECU part numbers beginning with 'HC3T‑12A650‑*' denote XTDB applications. Pre-2021 and post-2021 HPFPs are not interchangeable due to cam follower redesign (Ford TSB 19‑2312).
The XTDB's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) wear in early builds, with elevated incidence in sustained high-load or hot-climate use. Ford internal data from 2021 indicated a measurable uptick in HPFP replacements before 80,000 km in pre-2021 units, while UK DVSA records show low emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF regeneration logic. Aggressive driving without adequate oil maintenance increases pump stress, making correct oil spec and interval adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Ford technical bulletins (2019–2023) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2020–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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