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I love my 2.0L EcoBoost Turbo 
All our EB’s use a “twin scroll” turbo:
Although the current Gen (2025+) now differ slightly:
“Actuator Style: The 2025+ turbocharger uses a modern electronic wastegate actuator for more precise boost control, moving away from the vacuum-operated system found on the 2024 model. [1]
Mounting: The 2025+ turbo is bolted directly to the cylinder head with an integrated exhaust manifold, which improves exhaust flow and thermal efficiency.”
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Although the current Gen (2025+) now differ slightly:
“Actuator Style: The 2025+ turbocharger uses a modern electronic wastegate actuator for more precise boost control, moving away from the vacuum-operated system found on the 2024 model. [1]
Mounting: The 2025+ turbo is bolted directly to the cylinder head with an integrated exhaust manifold, which improves exhaust flow and thermal efficiency.”
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Not a big fan of turbos. Makes engines think they on steroids. And adds lots complexity to support this scheme. checked specs on various vehicles. See some are a naturally aspirated. If needed, next vehicle will be natural aspirated.
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I understand both angles. Turbos are pretty simple. Compressor, Intercooler, Blow off valve not much to it really. Lots of OEMs are going turbo to get a lot of power out of small displacement engines. Semi's have used turbos forever running millions of miles with little trouble. Just not many options left for N/A engines anymore.
I thought this was already answered on Top Gear a while back.
Per Clarkson, "exhaust gasses go into the turbocharger and spin it, witchcraft happens, and you go faster.”
Per Clarkson, "exhaust gasses go into the turbocharger and spin it, witchcraft happens, and you go faster.”
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Agree to certain extent. Turbos are simple, yes, but engines are not. Diesel in big trucks need turbo or blowers. By design compression ignites the fuel charge. Boosting cylinder pressure helps. Gasoline engines have spark to ignite fuel/air. Don’t really need turbo.
It's a bit of an apples/oranges comparison. EGT's on turbo diesels are typically 300-500 degrees cooler at full power than a gasoline engine. They typically are also already built stronger than a gasoline engine and operate at a notably lower output/liter. Turbos definitely work, and are getting better, but the engines need to be designed with a turbo in mind.
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The heavy duty Semi diesel engine is built stronger yes. But a Turbo is a Turbo gas or diesel regardless of EGT's And the 2.0L is designed for a Turbo.
Agreed. I have an F150 with the 3.5EB and it's great. The engine would last longer if built the same but without the turbos, but I wouldn't own it in that case. In either case it isn't going to live as many miles as an OTR turbo diesel class 8 truck.
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But a 2.0 N/A engine will be a dog compared to the same 2.0 Turbo Charged engine!!
The 2.0 N/A ICE in my Corolla Hatchback had 167hp
Incredibly efficient ICE though. Most efficient ICE out there. Combined MPG even better than the Maverick HybridYour right though - a dog compared to the 2.0 EB Turbo!
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Agree of everything said by others. If Ford or other mfrs offer larger displacement natural aspirated engine, I would prob favor that prime mover.
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