The Ford XXDC is a 1,499 cc, inline‑three turbo‑petrol engine produced between 2022 and 2025. It features a DOHC 12‑valve architecture, direct fuel injection, and a single twin‑scroll turbocharger. In standard form it delivers 110 kW (150 PS) and 240 Nm of torque, with responsive low‑end delivery ideal for urban agility and motorway overtaking.
Fitted to models such as the Puma ST‑Line, Fiesta Active, and Focus Active, the XXDC was engineered for everyday usability with a sporty edge. Emissions compliance is achieved through cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), a gasoline particulate filter (GPF), and precise lambda control, meeting Euro 6d standards across all production years.
One documented concern is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) cam follower wear under sustained high-load conditions, highlighted in Ford Technical Service Bulletin TSB‑24‑0519. This issue stems from marginal oil film strength during thermal cycling in early-design pumps. From Q2 2024, Ford introduced a revised HPFP with hardened cam follower surfaces and improved oil feed geometry.
All production years (2022–2025) comply with Euro 6d emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9876).
The Ford XXDC is a 1,499 cc inline‑three turbo‑petrol engineered for compact and crossover models (2022–2025). It combines direct injection with a twin‑scroll turbocharger to deliver agile throttle response and strong low‑rpm torque. Designed to meet Euro 6d standards, it balances efficiency with responsive performance.
| 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 | 110 kW (150 PS) @ 6,000 rpm | |
| Torque | 240 Nm @ 1,600–4,000 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Bosch HDP5 high-pressure direct injection (up to 350 bar) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6d | |
| 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 | 110 kg |
The twin-scroll turbo provides immediate throttle response ideal for city and highway use but demands strict adherence to oil change intervals (max 16,000 km or 12 months) using only Ford WSS-M2C949-A (0W-20) oil to protect the HPFP and timing chain. Sustained high-load driving—such as mountain routes or repeated hard acceleration—without cooldown can accelerate HPFP cam follower wear. The GPF requires regular highway driving (>20 minutes at >60 km/h) to enable passive regeneration; frequent short urban trips may trigger regeneration warnings. Revised HPFP units from Q2 2024 (per TSB 24-0519) offer improved durability.
Oil Specs: Requires Ford WSS-M2C949-A (0W-20) specification (Ford Owner Handbook 2023). Not interchangeable with ACEA C2/C3 oils.
Emissions: Euro 6d compliance applies to all 2022–2025 models (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9876).
Power Ratings: Measured under ISO 1585 standards. Peak output requires RON 95+ fuel (Ford TIS Doc. T25021).
Ford Technical Information System (TIS): Docs T25021, T25033, TSB 24-0519
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9876)
ISO 1585: Road vehicles — Engine test code
The Ford XXDC was used across Ford's B‑Car and C‑Car platforms with transverse mounting and no external licensing. This engine received platform-specific adaptations—enhanced cooling in the Puma ST‑Line, revised ECU calibration in the Fiesta Active, and reinforced mounts in the Focus Active—and from Q2 2024 the HPFP upgrade created minor service part 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 T25021). The 8th VIN digit indicates engine family ('X' for 1.5L EcoBoost). All XXDC units feature a black plastic cam cover with '1.5 ECoboost' branding. Critical differentiation from earlier 1.5L EcoBoost: XXDC uses direct injection, GPF, and revised turbo housing. ECU part numbers beginning with 'HC6T‑12A650‑*' denote XXDC applications. Pre-Q2-2024 and post-Q2-2024 HPFPs are not interchangeable due to cam follower redesign (Ford TSB 24‑0519).
The XXDC's primary reliability risk is high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) cam follower wear in early builds, with elevated incidence in sustained high-load or hot-climate use. Ford internal quality data from 2024 indicated a measurable uptick in HPFP replacements before 60,000 km in pre-Q2-2024 units, while UK DVSA records show low emissions-related MOT failures due to robust GPF regeneration logic. Aggressive driving without cooldown periods increases thermal stress, making correct oil spec and interval adherence critical.
Analysis derived from Ford technical bulletins (2022–2025) and UK DVSA failure statistics (2022–2025). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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