Tech & Auto
These Turbocharged Engines Are Some Of The Most Reliable Ever Made
By JEFF HARPER
2.0-Liter K20C1
Honda’s Turbocharged 2.0-liter K20C1 4-cylinder was introduced in the MK5 Civic Type-R. It produced 306 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 2,500 rpm.
The K20C1 engine is exceptionally reliable. According to the Precision Turbo Services website, the K20C1 can reach 150,000 miles or more with proper maintenance.
4.4-Liter S63
Introduced in 2011, BMW’s Twin-Turbo 4.4-liter S63 V8 produced 560 horsepower and featured twin-scroll turbos with a pulse-tuned exhaust manifold.
The new engine generated more power and corrected most of the N63’s mechanical problems, making it one of the most reliable turbocharged engines.
2.5-liter TFSI
The Audi 2.5-liter TFSI five-cylinder engine has consistently won the International Engine of the Year Award for the best engine in the 2-to-2.5-liter category.
The engine was built with high-quality materials and components to withstand extreme driving conditions and high-power output tuning.
3.7-Liter Flat-Six
Porsche is known for producing high-tech, high-performance sports cars but also has become known for reliability, beating out its rivals thanks to its engines.
Porsche equipped the 2022 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S with the twin-turbo 3.7-liter flat-six that develops 572 hp in the Turbo and 640 hp in the Turbo S.
2.0-Liter B202
The Saab Turbocharged 2.0-Liter B202 4-cylinder engine has demonstrated its reliability, as some have operated up to a million miles with only regular maintenance.
On theaa.com, One 1990 Saab 900 XS owner stated, “Solid, reliable vehicle. [...] The car has been very reliable and has done 237,000 plus miles on the same engine.”