Let’s look at the top 10 best engines, and guess what, either Volkswagen or Audi make it to list because of the diesel emission scandal. And if you’re wondering why Audi is excluded as well, this is because Audi is the Volkswagen Group’s luxury brand. Here’s the possible candidates to top the list:
• Honda Civic’s turbocharged 1.5-L four cylinder – Honda made great engines, but it’s been a straggler in turbos, which help to combine high fuel economy and power.
• Volvo’s supercharged and turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder – The first engine sold in the US that combines supercharging and turbocharging produces 316 horsepower. It also scores 22 mpg combined city/highway fuel economy.
• Ford’s 526 horsepower 5.2L V8 – The engine is made specifically for the low-volume Shelby GT350 Mustang. Its more than 100 horsepower per liter is extraordinary for an engine with no turbo or supercharger.
• Chevrolet Malibu’s turbocharged four-cylinder – Small but strong, this turbo is expected to power about 80% of Malibus.
• Cummin’s 5.0L V8 diesel for Nissan Titan XD medium-duty pickup – The V8 produces 555 lb-ft. of torque, but it doesn’t have any EPA fuel economy numbers.
