| PSA Prince engine | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | BMW andStellantis |
| Production | 2006–present |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | Inline-4 |
| Displacement | 1.4 L (1,397 cc) 1.6 L (1,598 cc) |
| Cylinder bore | 77 mm (3.0 in) |
| Piston stroke | 75 mm (2.95 in) 85.8 mm (3.38 in) |
| Cylinder block material | Aluminium |
| Cylinder head material | Aluminium |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, withVVT &VVL |
| Combustion | |
| Turbocharger | In some versions |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Tritec engine PSA TU engine PSA EW engine BMW N43 |
Prince is the codename for a family ofstraight-four16-valve all-aluminiumgasoline engines withvariable valve lift andvariable valve timing developed byBMW andStellantis. It is a compact engine family of 1.4–1.6 L in displacement and includes most modern features such asgasoline direct injection andturbocharger.
TheBMW versions of the Prince engine are known as theN13 and theMini versions areN12 (DoubleVANOS, Valvetronic 88 kW (118 hp) at 6000 rpm) in 2007–2010 Cooper;N14 (Single VANOS, Turbocharged 128 kW (171 hp) at 5500 rpm) in 2007–2010 Cooper-S;N14 (Single VANOS, Turbocharged 155 kW (208 hp) at 6000 rpm) in 2009–2013 JCW Cooper;N16 (Double VANOS, Valvetronic 90 kW (121 hp) at 6000 rpm) in 2011–2013 Cooper andN18 (Double VANOS, Valvetronic Turbocharged 135 kW (181 hp) at 5500 rpm) in 2011–2013 Cooper-S.[1] It replaced theTritec engine family in the Mini and was first introduced in 2006 for MINI. Later in 2011 also for BMW modelsF20 and F21 114i, 116i and 118i . This was the first longitudinal engine mount option for Prince engine.
PSA started to use the Prince family in 2006 to replace a part of theirTU family (the other part being replaced by the EB engine) — thePeugeot 207 being the first car to receive it.
The engine's components are produced by PSA at theirDouvrin, France, facility, with MINI and BMW engine assembly atHams Hall in Warwickshire, UK.[2] The co-operation was announced on 23 July 2002 with the first engines produced in 2006. The Prince engine project is not related to thePrince Motor Company.
In late 2006, an extension of the cooperation between the two groups was announced,[3] promising new four-cylinder engines, without further details.
On 29 September 2010, it was announced by BMW that the turbocharged 1.6-litre version of the Prince engine would be supplied from 2012 toSaab for use in forthcoming models, primarily the9-3.[4][5] However, with the closure of SAAB, supply never started.
At the Geneva Auto Show 2011, Saab unveiled their last concept vehicle: theSaab PhoeniX was fitted with the 1.6-litre, turbocharged BMW Prince engine with 147 kW (200 PS).[6][7]
On 25 June 2014 1.6-litre turbo Prince engine won its eighth consecutiveInternational Engine of the Year Award in the 1.4 to 1.8-litre category. In 2014 the Prince engine beat, among others, the new BMWB38 engine which is replacing the Prince engine in the Mini and BMW lineups.[8][9]
The Prince family shares its basic block dimensions with the previousPSA TU engine family. Engineering design was directed by BMW using theirValvetronic variable valve lift system on the intake side, flow-controlled oil pump, timing chain, single belt drive of all ancillary units, composite camshafts and cylinder head produced by lost-foam casting. It is also equipped with an on-demand water pump.Gasoline direct injection with atwin-scroll turbocharger will be used on the higher power versions.[10]
All Prince engines will share 84 mm (3.31 in) cylinder bore spacing, with 77 mm (3.03 in) bore. The 1.6 litre engine has a stroke of 85.8 mm (3.38 in). The engine features a two-piece "bedplate" aluminium crankcase for extra stiffness.[10]
The 1.4 L PSAEP3 andEP3C[11] is the smallest member of the Prince family with a stroke measuring 75 mm (2.95 in) and total capacity of 1,397 cc (1.4 L). Depending on application, power output varies from 70 to 72 kW (95 to 98 PS) while torque varies from 137 to 140 N⋅m (101 to 103 lb⋅ft).
Applications:
The 1.6 L engine is used in the second-generationMINI and variousPeugeot 207 models. It has an 85.8 mm (3.38 in) stroke for a total of 1,598 cc (1.6 L) of displacement.
Thenaturally aspirated variant (EP6,EP6C[11]) has conventionalfuel injection and lost-foam castcylinder heads. Its 11:1compression ratio creates an output of 88 kW (120 PS) at 6000 rpm with a redline of 6500 rpm. Torque is 160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft) at 4250 rpm.[12]
Applications:
Theturbocharged 1.6 L unit addsgasoline direct injection and has special low-pressure die-cast heads. It has an 85.8 mm (3.38 in) stroke for a total of 1,598 cc (1.6 L) of displacement.
At first, there were two versions on offer – the THP150 and THP175, also known as theEP6DT andEP6DTS respectively within Peugeot. The first was later updated asEP6CDT and also as THP163,EP6CDTM.[11] There is alsoEP6CDT MD – with lowered compression ratio.
For the THP150 maximum torque is 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1400 rpm. Power output is 110 kW (150 PS) at 5500 rpm.
Applications:
For the THP163 maximum torque is 240 N⋅m (177 lb⋅ft) at 1400 rpm. Power output is 121 kW (165 PS) at 5500 rpm.
Applications:
For the THP175 (EP6DTS, laterEP6CDTS) maximum torque is 247 N⋅m (182 lb⋅ft) at 1600 rpm, remaining flat to 5000 rpm. Power output is 129 kW (175 PS) at 5500 rpm. An overboost function is available which temporarily increases torque to 260 N⋅m (192 lb⋅ft) between 1700 rpm and 4500 rpm in gears 3 to 5.
Applications:
In 2010 Peugeot released the 1.6 THP engine (EP6CDXD[11]) with 200 PS (147 kW) at 5500 rpm, maximum torque 275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft) at 1700 rpm. It featureddirect injection,twin-scroll turbocharger andValvetronicvariable valve lift. It was first introduced in thePeugeot RCZsport compact for the 2010model year, where it generates 150 kW (204 PS).
Applications:
The2012–2014 Mini John Cooper Works GP featured additional performance, with 160 kW (218 PS) at 6000 rpm and 280 N⋅m (207 lb⋅ft) of torque at 2000–5100 rpm from a larger turbo and engine internals.[13]
PSA has now released a new Euro 6 engine based on the THP in the following Engine codes:
In 2024, Stellantis unveiled the third generation of this engine (EP6LTCHPD) with 150 hp (110 kW) at 5500 rpm and 300 N⋅m at 2000 rpm. This variant is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (trade name e-DCS7) with an integrated 92kW electric motor, for a combined total of 195hp and 350 N⋅m.[14][15][16]
Applications:
In 2025, Stellantis unveiled the North American version known internally as the “EP6CDTX” for use in STLA Medium and STLA Large vehicles in conventional non plugin hybrid setups, for the North American Market. It has a power output of 210hp and 230lb torque.
Applications:
The turbocharged 1.6 litre version used by BMW[18] is called theBMW N13. The N13 replaced the naturally aspiratedBMW N43 engine and was produced from 2011 to 2016. It is BMW's first turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine since theBMW 2002 Turbo ceased production in 1974.
BMW sold the N13 alongside the larger displacementBMW N20 turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The N13 was effectively replaced by the turbocharged three-cylinderBMW B38 engine.
| Model | Displacement | Power | Torque | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N13B16 | 1,598 cc (97.5 cu in) | 136 PS (100 kW) at 4,350 rpm | 220 N⋅m (162 lb⋅ft) at 1,350 rpm | 2011–2015 |
| 170 PS (125 kW) at 4,800 rpm | 250 N⋅m (184 lb⋅ft) at 1,500 rpm | 2012–2015 |
Applications:[19]
75 kW version
100 kW version
125 kW version
130 kW version
The turbocharged 1.6 litre versions used by Mini[18] are called theMini N14 andMini N18. The N18 succeeded the N14 starting from 2010 and had double Vanos. The N14/N18 engine usesdirect injection, atwin-scroll turbocharger andValvetronic (variable valve lift).
There have been several cases of recalls and/or extended warranty due to failing HPFP (high pressure fuel pumps) in the Prince engine.[21]
There was a service bulletin issued in 2013 due to failing timing chains and timing chain tensioner, both designed by BMW, in the Prince engine.[22]
The production of MINI version of 'Prince' family of engines is set to end by 2016 and be replaced by a new 3 and 4 cylinder Engine family –BMW B37,BMW B38 andBMW B48.[23]
In 2015 it was announced, on theHong Kong Stock Exchange, that BMW had signed an IPR deal with XCE. They will make the N18 TVDI engine in China for use in variousBrilliance Automotive vehicles (JV Partner of BMW in China) and also for other China OEMs.
PSA will continue to develop the higher power models of the engine family, with future production planned for China with its JV partnersDongfeng (DPCA) andChangan (CAPSA).[24]
From 2025, the engine will be produced in theDundee plant, in a new hybridised version that will first be used by the new Jeep Cherokee.
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