Turbos on 1 litre engines

[Coaster]

Hello all
I have read the cons of having 1 litre engines with turbos ..
Namely more parts to go wrong and also the expense of they go wrong

I've also read that some people recommend changing the oil more frequently and keeping a close eye on the oil level .
Also mentioned is that short journeys won't help the turbo either

So had anyone had any experience of these 1 litre turbo engines and if the naturally aspirated engine would be a better bet for reliability.

I have been looking at the fiesta's 1 litre ecoboost engine v the 1.1 litre naturally aspirated engine.

The other bring the VW Polo 1 litre TSI.

 

[Mottie]

I have been looking at the fiesta's 1 litre ecoboost engine v the 1.1 litre naturally aspirated engine.

They both use wet belts so best avoided.

 

[simplesteve]

I had one of the early ones years ago, on a Focus. Despite my mechanic pals reservations, it never missed a beat. It had good economy, and was capable of good motorway driving as well. You'd never had known it only had 3 cylinders.
Had it 4 years, no problems.

 

[accelerator]

The modern way is now turbos on smaller capacity petrol engines, because it's better for emissions I believe. A turbo often means less reliability, because it's operating under high stress and it means more to go wrong.

 

[Scally-Ho]

If you are seeking a small reliable engine with a chain driven double cam, then IMO you will find it difficult to beat the Suzuki stable's 1.0L NA engine

 

[Burnerman]

We have to get used to the turbo application, emissions will be crazy without them, and fuel consumption likewise.
Regular servicing is vital, using the correct oil and change it at 10k on average or yearly.
John

 

[accelerator]

If you want a reliable car then look at something Japanese like Suzuki or Toyota.

 

[Coaster]

They both use wet belts so best avoided.

Wow.. thanks for that! Been swatting up on wet belts. Flippin heck .. who designs these flipping things.

 

[Coaster]

Is there an easy way to check if there's a wet belt (timing or separate belts) by reg or anything?

 

[Mottie]

Is there an easy way to check if there's a wet belt (timing or separate belts) by reg or anything?

Maybe enter the reg number into a parts finder web site such as GSF or Euro car parts and look for a timing belt kit? See what kit it throws up?

 

[Coaster]

Maybe enter the reg number into a parts finder web site such as GSF or Euro car parts and look for a timing belt kit? See what kit it throws up?

Brill lol I'll do that thanks

 

[Gasguru]

Remember that many wet belt engines also utilise a wet belt for their oil pump drive..this can also fail and is not always changed.
The Puretec engines used on many Stellantis group cars now have a chain conversion kit that hopefully solves the problems for the remaining cars life...although it's only just been released and chain tensioners can be another whole source if trouble.

 

[Scally-Ho]

Remember that many wet belt engines also utilise a wet belt for their oil pump drive..this can also fail and is not always changed.
The Puretec engines used on many Stellantis group cars now have a chain conversion kit that hopefully solves the problems for the remaining cars life...although it's only just been released and chain tensioners can be another whole source if trouble.

In all of the years I have been involved with Suzuki/Maruti engines, I've not encountered a single problem with chain tensioners. Cam belts are a different story, but chains have never IMO been problematic.

 

[Fred Blogs]

I had a brand new Dacia Jogger with the 1litre 3 cylinder turbo engine. I have no idea whether it had a wet belt or not (designed by someone who knows absolutely nothing about engines). This was a 7 seater car so I suppose it was heavy although I removed the two rear seats BUT it was wildly underpowered in my opinion, so much so that I thought it was dangerous especially when pulling out into traffic. I got rid in less than a year. Look up the vehicles brands that Stellantis owns and don't buy one of those, he said who actually owns a Citroen diesel 1.5 hdi Blue that has a recall for the camshaft chain, oh well, other than that it is a very nice car to drive.

 

[ReganAndCarter]

I dislike small, overstressed engines. Unfortunately it's what our 'leaders' are forcing on us these days. Hired a Clio last year with 3 cylinder engine. It was ok on the flat, but hills needed planning. Too much cog swapping for my liking. Still, at least they knew better than to try to palm me off with a battery driveway appliance. Afterwards I was glad to get back into my ancient oil burner van. Feel the torque, baby!