
Ford 1.6L Duratec TI-VCT Engine (Specs, Reliability & Issues)
Updated: Dec 11, 2022
The Ford 1.6L Duratec ti-VCT is a 1.6L inline-4 engine producing 105-132 hp and 150-160 nm of torque.
Variable valve timing system, new intake manifold, new pistons, and new software separate the 1.6 litre Duratec TI-VCT engine from the original 1.6 Duratec.
In 1995, the Zetec SE series (later renamed Duratec) was released. Yamaha of Japan collaborated in the development of this engine. The engine is rather light. The 16-valve two-camshaft aluminium head rests on top of the aluminium cylinder block.
Remember to replace your timing belt (rather than a chain) every 100,000 miles if your engine uses one. Hydraulic tappets, which are used to control valve backlash, are missing from the engine.
The 1.6 TI VCT is more reliable and fun to drive than the Duratec 1.6. The Duratec HE 2.0 litre engine, on the other hand, is a more practical alternative for individuals who like fast driving.

Specs
Manufacturer: Bridgend Engine
Production years: 2004+
Cylinder block material: Aluminium
Cylinder head material: Aluminium
Fuel type: Gasoline
Fuel system: Electronic fuel injection
Configuration: Inline
Number of cylinders: 4
Valves per cylinder: 4
Valvetrain layout: DOHC
Bore: 79.0 mm
Stroke: 81.4 mm
Displacement: 1596 cc
Type: Four-stroke, naturally aspirated
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Power: 115 hp at 6000 rpm
Torque: 114 ft-lb at 4150 rpm
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
Engine oil weight: 5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil capacity: 4.1 litres
Oil change interval: 6,000 miles
Applications: Ford C-Max, Ford Focus Mk II, Ford Mondeo Mk IV
Reliability & Issues
If the engine timing belt fails, make sure the rollers and belts are replaced once every 100,000 kilometres. The 1.6L engine, like previous models, is very reliable.
There seems to be few common problems.
Applications
This engine is used in a variety of engines, as shown below.
113 hp, 155 Nm Version
2004–2011 Ford Focus 1.6
2004–2010 Ford Focus C-MAX 1.6
2007–Present Ford Mondeo 1.6
118 hp, 152 Nm Version
2008–Present Ford Fiesta Mk7
104 hp, 150 Nm Version
2011–Present Ford Focus 1.6
2010–Present Ford C-Max 1.6
108 hp, 160 Nm Version
2007–Present Ford Mondeo 1.6
123 hp, 159 Nm Version
2008–Present Ford Mondeo 1.6 160 N⋅m (118 lb⋅ft)
2011–Present Ford Focus 1.6
2010–Present Ford C-Max 1.6