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Ford Cyclone engine
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| image | Ford Duratec 35 engine.PNG |
| name | Ford Cyclone engine |
| aka | |
| manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| production | 2006–present |
| configuration | 60° V6 |
| bore | |
| stroke | 86.7 mm |
| displacement | |
| block | Aluminum |
| head | Aluminum |
| valvetrain | DOHC four valves per cylinder with VCT and Ti-VCT (later models) |
| timing | Timing chain |
| predecessor | Ford Duratec V6 |
| fueltype | Gasoline |
| fuelsystem | Sequential fuel injection |
| Direct injection (turbocharged models) | |
| coolingsystem | Water-cooled |
| turbocharger | Twin-turbo (on Ecoboost engine) |
| power | 262-350 hp |
| torque | 248-320 lbft |
Direct injection (turbocharged models) The Cyclone engine, also branded Duratec, is Ford Motor Company's latest DOHC family of gasoline V6 engines introduced in 2006. The Cyclone succeeds Ford's previous V6 engine families, including the Canadian-built Ford Essex engine introduced in 1982, the Ford Vulcan engine introduced in 1985, the original Duratec V6 introduced in 1993, and the Ford Cologne V6 engine, whose design dates back to 1962. The first version of the Cyclone engine, a 3.5 L V6, appeared in the 2007 Ford Edge and the Lincoln-badged luxury variant, the Lincoln MKX, as well as the Lincoln MKZ. Mazda badges its versions of the Cyclone MZI, as it did with its versions of the Duratec V6.
Although Ford continues to use the Duratec name, the Cyclone shares no components or design with the previous Duratec and was entirely new.
Notable Cyclone features include a capacity for displacements ranging up to 4.0 L, DOHC four valves per cylinder, direct-acting mechanical bucket (DAMB) camshaft tappets, variable cam timing (iVCT) on the intake camshafts, and twin-independent variable cam timing (Ti-VCT) on some later versions. Features such as gasoline direct injection and turbocharging were considerations in the design phase and have been added to the engine as part of EcoBoost. The 3.5 L is ULEV-II compliant and is capable of meeting the PZEV requirement.
3.3 L
The Duratec 33 3339 cc is a downsized version of Duratec 35 with both port and direct injection starting in 2018 model year for Ford F-150, serving as the new base engine.
| Vehicle | Horsepower | Torque | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018–2023 Ford F-150 | 290 hp at 6,500 rpm | 265 lbft at 4,000 rpm | Naturally Aspirated |
| 2020–present Ford Police Interceptor Utility | 285 hp at 6,500 rpm | 260 lbft at 4,000 rpm | Naturally Aspirated |
| 2020–present Ford Explorer Hybrid | 285 hp 318 hp combined at 6,500 rpm | 260 lbft 322 lbft combined at 4,000 rpm | 318 hp and 322 lbft combined |
3.5 L
The Duratec 35 displaces 3496 cc with a 92.5x86.7 mm bore and stroke. Due to packaging differences in transverse (FWD) applications, the water pump is relocated to the valley behind the timing cover and is driven by the timing chain. The 3.5 L engine will fit into any engine bay the smaller Duratec 3.0 L will, and replaced it in some applications (notably the Ford Taurus) in the 2008 model year. Production began in 2006 for the Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, and Lincoln MKZ.
Official SAE certified engine output is 265 hp and 250 lbft on 87 octane gas. This is a substantial upgrade in power from the Duratec 30 and bested all comparable 87 octane-rated V6 engines at the time of its launch. For 2011, the 3.5 L received Ti-VCT, helping to boost output to 285 hp and 253 lbft. The 3.5 L's highest output to date is 290 bhp. This version was used in the redesigned 2011 Ford Explorer.
The engine is assembled at Lima Engine in Lima, Ohio, with expansion planned in Cleveland Engine Plant #1.
The 3.5 L was on the Ward's 10 Best Engines list for 2007.
Applications
| Vehicle | Horsepower | Torque | Cam Phasing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–2010 Ford Edge | 265 hp at 6,250 | 250 lbft at 4,500 | iVCT | |
| 2007–2012 Lincoln MKZ | 263 hp at 6,250 | 249 lbft at 4,500 | iVCT | |
| 2009–2012 Ford Flex | 262 hp at 6,250 | 248 lbft at 4,500 | iVCT | |
| 2015–2017 Ford F-150 | 282 hp at 6,500 | 253 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2011–2014 Ford Edge | 285 hp at 6,500 | 253 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2015–2018 Ford Edge | 280 hp at 6,500 | 250 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2019 Ford Flex | 287 hp at 6,500 | 254 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2019 Ford Taurus | 288 hp at 6,500 | 254 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2019 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan | 288 hp at 6,500 | 254 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2011–2019 Ford Explorer | 290 hp at 6,500 | 255 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT |
EcoBoost
Main article: Ford EcoBoost engine
It is a twin-turbocharged, gasoline direct injected (GTDI) version of the 3.5 L. This engine is used in the 2013-2019 Ford Explorer Sport, 2010-2019 Ford Taurus SHO, 2014-2019 Ford Flex Limited EcoBoost, 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT EcoBoost, and 2010-2016 Lincoln MKS, and is optional for both the 2014-2019 Ford Police Interceptor sedan and Ford Police Interceptor Utility, which are based on the Taurus and Explorer, respectively.
3.7 L
The Duratec 37 is a 3726 cc version of the Cyclone V6 intended to power heavier or premium vehicles. The 3.7 L's additional displacement comes from an increase in bore diameter to 95.5 mm, stroke remains identical to the 3.5 L at 86.7 mm. Ford Power Products sells this engine as the CSG-637 for industrial uses starting in mid-2015, which replaced the 4.2 L Essex and is manufactured under license by Engine Distributors Inc.
A Hiroshima, Japan-assembled Mazda MZI 3.7 was installed in the 2008 Mazda CX-9 and was the first 3.7 L Cyclone V6 to see production. The first Ford application of the 3.7 L was the 2009 Lincoln MKS.
A few days before the 2009 Los Angeles International Auto Show, Ford unveiled a new version of the 3.7 L for the 2011 Mustang, making it the first Duratec-badged V6 since the Lincoln LS to be used in a production rear-wheel drive car. Due to packaging differences in transverse applications, the water pump was relocated to the valley behind the timing cover and is driven by the timing chain. This version of the 3726 cc features twin independent variable cam timing (Ti-VCT), delivers 31 mpgus highway mileage in the Mustang, and was the first production engine to deliver in excess of 300 hp and 30 mpgus.
Applications
| Vehicle | Horsepower | Torque | Cam Phasing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008–2015 Mazda CX-9 (MZI) | 273 hp at 6,250 | 270 lbft at 4,250 | iVCT | |
| 2009–2013 Mazda 6 (MZI) | 272 hp at 6,250 | 269 lbft at 4,250 | iVCT | |
| 2009–2012 Lincoln MKS | 275 hp at 6,250 | 276 lbft at 4,250 | iVCT | |
| 2010–2012 Lincoln MKT | 268 hp at 6,250 | 267 lbft at 4,250 | iVCT | |
| 2011–2014 Ford F-150 | 302 hp at 6,500 | 278 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2011–2014 Ford Mustang | 305 hp at 6,500 | 280 lbft at 4,250 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2012-2019 Morgan Roadster 3.7 | 280 hp at 6,000 | 280 lbft at 4,500 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2016 Lincoln MKZ | 300 hp at 6,500 | 277 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2016 Lincoln MKS | 304 hp at 6,500 | 279 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2018 Lincoln MKT | 300 hp at 6,500 | 275 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–present Radical RXC V6 | 350 hp at 6,750 | 320 lbft at 4,250 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2012–2015 Ginetta G60 | 310 hp at 6,500 | 288 lbft at 4,500 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2015–2019 Ford Transit | 275 hp at 6000 | 260 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2015–2017 Ford Mustang | 300 hp at 6,500 | 280 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2016 AM General MV-1 | 275 hp at 6,250 | 260 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2016–2018 Lincoln MKX | 303 hp at 6,500 | 278 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2017–2020 Lincoln Continental | 305 hp at 6,500 | 280 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2015–present CSG-637 by Ford Power Products | ||||
| 2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility | 304 hp at 6,500 | 279 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT | |
| 2013–2019 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan | 305 hp at 6,500 | 279 lbft at 4,000 | Ti-VCT |
Water pump issues
Water pumps on transversely mounted 3.5 L V6, 3.5 L EcoBoost V6, and 3.7 L V6 engines have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do. The water pumps on these engines are internally mounted and driven by the timing chain. As a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase, mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars, as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine needs to be replaced outright. A class-action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue, but it was dismissed and no recall was given. All longitudinally mounted versions of the 3.3, 3.5, 3.5 EcoBoost, and 3.7 V6 use an external water pump.
Affected vehicles
- 2008-09 Mercury Sable
- 2008-09 Ford Taurus X
- 2007-18 Ford Edge
- 2009-19 Ford Flex
- 2010-12 Ford Fusion Sport
- 2007-16 Lincoln MKZ
- 2009-13 Mazda 6 3.7L V6
- 2007-15 Mazda CX-9
- 2008-19 Ford Taurus (including SHO)
- 2017-20 Lincoln Continental
- 2007-18 Lincoln MKX
- 2010-19 Lincoln MKT
- 2011-19 Ford Explorer
- 2013-19 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan
- 2013-19 Ford Police Interceptor Utility
- 2009-16 Lincoln MKS
References
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