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Renault 1.6-Liter Energy dCi 160 Diesel Twin Turbo Engine Revealed
Formula 1 is like the ancient oceans where complex life developed and crawled on to land. This is the place where complex new technologies are developed which then make it into road cars which you and me drive. But just like complex life form, advanced technology developed for F1 cars takes time to enter serial production.
When it does arrive though, its almost always exciting and a step towards the future. Take for example Renault's new 1.6 liter twin turbocharged Energy dCi 160 engine which the automaker has now revealed.
The Renault Energy dCi 160 is the result of its involvement in Formula 1, which incorporates technologies such as transverse water flow system (for cooling), diamond like carbon finish of cam followers (for reduced friction) and U-Flex piston rings, resulting in a more refined, cleaner, yet powerful engine.
The 1.6 liter Renault Energy can develop 158 HP power and 280 Nm of torque. Figures that are developed usually by 2.0 liter diesel engines. Furthermore, the new engine is also said to be 25 percent more economical and cleaner compared to existing 2.0 liter units.
The twin turbocharging is used to develop high torque at low rpm and higher power at higher revs.
The first turbo compressor is tasked with generating high low-end torque for low-speed & mid-range acceleration, with 90 percent peak torque arriving at 1,500 rpm.
The second turbocharger kicks in at high revs and at higher speeds for a smooth, linear acceleration, all the way to the red line.
The Renault Energy dCi 160 Twin Turbo complies with Euro 6b emissions standard and gets NOx Trap and particulate filter regeneration system for cleaner emissions.
Sounds advanced and expensive, which will mean Renault will not bring the new engine to India at least just yet.
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