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Below we have provided a list of popular engines of different designs. In the “link” cell from the table there is a link to the corresponding engine.
Most Popular 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 and 12-Cylinder Engines
Engine cylinder count affects performance, fuel efficiency, and design. Here’s an overview of the most popular engines across various cylinder categories used in mass-market vehicles.
3-Cylinder Engines
Popular in small city cars and hybrids due to compact size and efficiency.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford 1.0 EcoBoost | 1.0L | 100–140 hp | Ford Fiesta, Focus | Details |
| BMW B38 | 1.5L | 102–136 hp | BMW 1 Series, MINI Cooper | Details |
4-Cylinder Engines
The most common engine type globally, balancing power and efficiency.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda K20 | 2.0L | 150–220 hp | Honda Civic, Accord | Details |
| Volkswagen 2.0 TSI (EA888 Gen 3) | 2.0L | 180–300 hp | VW Golf GTI, Passat | Details |
5-Cylinder Engines
Less common, but offer unique sound and solid performance.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi 2.5 TFSI (DAZA) | 2.5L | 400 hp | Audi RS3, TT RS | Details |
| Volvo B5254T | 2.5L | 210–250 hp | Volvo S60, V70 | Details |
6-Cylinder Engines
Offer smoothness and power, widely used in premium vehicles.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes M276 | 3.0L | 329–362 hp | Mercedes E-Class, GLE | Details |
| Nissan VQ35DE | 3.5L | 260–300 hp | Nissan 350Z, Maxima | Details |
8-Cylinder Engines (V8)
Known for power and sound, widely used in sports and luxury cars.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Godzila | 7.3L | 430 hp | Ford F-series, Excursion | Details |
| GM HEMI | 5.7L | 360 hp | Dodge Charger, Challenger. Jeep Grand Cherokee | Details |
| Nissan VK56DE | 5.6L | 400 hp | Nissan Titan, Armada, Patrol. Infiniti QX80 | Details |
10-Cylinder Engines (V10)
Rare in mass-market cars but found in high-performance models.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW S85 | 5.0L | 500 hp | BMW M5 (E60), M6 (E63) | Details |
| Ford Triton | 6.8L | 305 hp | Ford F-series, Ford E-series | Details |
12-Cylinder Engines (V12)
V12 engines are renowned for their smoothness and high torque output. While less common today, they have powered some of the most luxurious and powerful vehicles from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Rolls-Royce.
| Engine Model | Displacement | Power | Applications | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW N73 | 6.0L | 438–445 hp | BMW 760Li (E65/E66) | Details |
| BMW N74 | 6.6–6.75L | 535–624 hp | BMW 760Li (F01), Rolls-Royce Ghost, Phantom | Details |
| Mercedes M120 | 6.0L | 389–402 hp | Mercedes S600 (W140), CL600 | Details |
| Mercedes M275 | 5.5–6.0L | 493–621 hp | Mercedes S600 (W220, W221), CL600, Maybach 57/62 | Details |
Popular Diesel Engines by Cylinder Count
| Model | Displacement | Power | Application | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Cylinder Engines (V3 / I3) | ||||
| Volkswagen 1.4 TDI | 1.4L | 75–90 hp | VW Polo, Audi A2 | Details |
| 4-Cylinder Engines (V4 / I4) | ||||
| Toyota 1ND-TV | 1.4L | 90 hp | Yaris, Auris, Mini D | Details |
| 5-Cylinder Engines (I5) | ||||
| Volkswagen 2.5 TDI R5 | 2.5L | 130–174 hp | VW Transporter T5, Touareg | Details |
| 6-Cylinder Engines (V6 / I6) | ||||
| Mercedes OM648 | 3.2L I6 | 204 hp | Mercedes E320 CDI | Details |
| 8-Cylinder Engines (V8) | ||||
| Duramax 6.6L V8 | 6.6L | 445 hp | Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra | Details |
| 10-Cylinder Engines (V10) | ||||
| Volkswagen V10 TDI | 5.0L | 313–350 hp | VW Touareg, Phaeton | Details |
| 12-Cylinder Engines (V12) | ||||
| Mercedes-Benz OM628 | 4.0L V8 twin-module | 250 hp | Mercedes S400 CDI | Details |