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WardsAuto has just announced its 10 Best Engines for 2019. Here are the relevant excerpts from their initial article:
https://www.wardsauto.com/2019-10-b...gines-gasoline-diesel-electrification-honored
Since 2001, Toyota has earned six 10 Best Engines trophies for hybrids – more than any other automaker. The ’19 Lexus UX 250h luxury crossover is yet another groundbreaking gasoline/electric powertrain that is smooth, efficient and fun to drive.
Underhood is the 2.0L Dynamic Force 4-cyl. high-compression engine (see photo, below) that achieves 40% thermal efficiency and relies on both port and direct fuel injection. Consider it a sibling to the 2.5L engine that helped the Camry Hybrid earn a 10 Best Engines trophy last year.
The electric side of the UX hybrid powertrain comes from three electric motors – two embedded within the transmission and the third incorporated in the rear differential to drive the rear wheels and provide all-wheel drive.
We enjoyed the turbo-like punch from the 24-kW battery, while noticing an impressive 38 mpg (6.1 L/100km) during our test drives. The UX 250h is an affordable, upscale hybrid billed as America’s most fuel-efficient utility vehicle without a plug...
Since 1995, the Wards 10 Best Engines competition has recognized outstanding engines and electrified propulsion systems, as well as the technology and engineering behind them. All new or significantly improved powertrains, as well as last year’s 10 returning winners were eligible. Vehicles must have a base price no higher than $64,000.
Editors score each powertrain based on horsepower, torque, comparative specs, NVH management, observed fuel economy and the application of new technology...
Please visit WardsAuto.com in the coming weeks for additional commentaries, profiles of the winning engines, videos and more information about the 2019 Wards 10 Best Engines.
https://www.wardsauto.com/2019-10-b...gines-gasoline-diesel-electrification-honored
