Most shared engines in mass-market cars

Automakers spend thousands of crores and several years developing an engine from scratch. This is not the most feasible option when multiple models (even across brands) have near-identical requirements. While engine-sharing within a brand’s lineup is routine, the practice is also common between companies. Here is our list of the most shared engines in mass-market cars under Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom).

1. Maruti Suzuki K15C

Does duty in 7 cars across Maruti’s and Toyota’s lineup.

One of the most prolific mass-market engines in India, Maruti’s K15C powers the Brezza, Grand Vitara, Victoris, Ertiga, XL6, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder and Toyota Rumion. It is a naturally aspirated four-cylinder mill displacing 1,462cc, and can be fuelled with petrol or CNG. The K15C is known as the ‘Smart Hybrid’ series in Maruti’s parlance, while Toyota has named it ‘Neodrive’.

The petrol-only K15C has a maximum output of 103hp and 139Nm, whereas the CNG version can make almost 88hp and 122Nm. The best fuel-efficiency of the K15C petrol is a claimed 21.18kpl in the Victoris, while the most economical CNG version, also in the Victoris, is rated at 27.02km/kg. This engine is paired with either a 5-speed MT or 6-speed AT, while all-wheel drive (AWD) is available in select cars.

2. Maruti Suzuki K12N

Powers a combined 6 models from Maruti and Toyota.

Displacing 1,197cc, the naturally aspirated K12N-series engine is available in petrol and CNG versions, depending on the model. It is found under the bonnet of five Maruti Suzuki cars that includes the Wagon R, Baleno, Fronx, and Eeco. This four-cylinder mill also powers the Toyota Glanza and Urban Cruiser Taisor.

The K12N has a peak output of around 91hp and 114Nm in the Wagon R, with the CNG version in the Eeco managing around 71hp and 106Nm. The most efficient petrol version of the K12N has a claimed mileage of up to 24.43kpl. Transmissions available with the K12N engine are a 5-speed MT and 5-speed AMT.

3. Fiat 2.0L Multijet

Under the bonnet of 6 cars from 3 different brands.

This Fiat-sourced Multijet mill is arguably one of the most widely-recognised diesel engines in the country. The 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder motor has a displacement of 1,956cc, producing 170hp and 350Nm. It powers the MG Hector, MG Hector Plus, Tata Harrier, Tata Safari, and the Jeep Compass.

Although the Meridian uses the same engine as the Compass, its top variant costs well over Rs 30 lakh (ex-showroom). Depending on the model, this turbo-diesel engine is available with a range gearbox options: 6-speed MT, 6-speed AT, and 9-speed AT. It also allows all-wheel-drive configurations, which is available with the Jeep Compass.

4. Hyundai, Kia 1.5L T-GDI

Available with 3 Hyundai and 2 Kia models.

The 1.5-litre T-GDI is one of the most popular turbo-petrol engines in the market today. It is offered with the Hyundai Verna, Hyundai Creta, Hyundai Alcazar, Kia Seltos and Kia Carens Clavis – goes to show its versatility. The 1,482cc four-cylinder mill is capable of producing 160hp and 253Nm of torque.

Depending on the particular Hyundai or Kia model, transmission options include a 6-speed MT, 6-speed IVT and 7-speed DCT. According to ARAI figures, the Hyundai Verna Turbo has a claimed mileage of 20.6kpl when paired with the DCT gearbox. Regardless, all the cars powered by this turbo-petrol engine are currently only available with front-wheel drive (FWD).

5. Hyundai, Kia 1.5L Smartstream

2 Hyundais and Kias get this NA powerplant.

Hyundai’s tried and tested 1.5-litre ‘Smartstream’ petrol engine is offered in the Verna and Creta. This 1,497cc naturally aspirated that makes up to 115hp and 144Nm of torque is also available with the Kia Seltos and Kia Carens Clavis.

Where the Kia Clavis only gets a 6-speed MT with this engine, the Kia Seltos and Creta rival offer buyers an IVT option as well. Similarly, the Hyundai Verna 1.5 NA is available with both the MT and IVT gearboxes.

6. Hyundai, Kia 1.5L U2 CRDI

The popular turbo-diesel mill powers 4 SUVs.

The 1,493cc U2 CRDI is a capable engine, delivering up to 116hp and 250Nm of torque. It finds itself under the bonnet of the Hyundai Creta, Hyundai Alcazar, Kia Seltos, and the Kia Sonet (where it is the torquiest engine on offer). No matter which one of these SUVs you select, all are available with 6-speed MT and 6-speed AT gearboxes.

7. Mahindra 2.2L mHawk

4 models get the brand’s highest-capacity diesel engine.

The Mahindra 2.2-litre ‘mHawk’ turbo-diesel mill is one of the automaker’s most successful powerplants. At 2,184cc, this is the largest displacement engine on our list. It produces up to 172hp and 400Nm of torque when mated to the 6-speed AT of the Scorpio N or the Thar Roxx. In the rear-wheel-drive (RWD) version of the Roxx, the output of this 2.2-litre mill has been revised to produce 150hp and 330Nm.

The Scorpio N and Scorpio Classic get this engine in a lower state of tune, along with the 3-door Thar, where it makes 130hp with 300Nm. This lower-output variant of the mHawk is available with a 6-speed MT as well, where it is offered on the Thar, Thar Roxx and Scorpio N. Meanwhile, the Scorpio Classic is offered only with this manual gearbox.

8. Volkswagen, Skoda TSI

Both brands share the same three- and four-cylinder engines.

The Volkswagen Group’s 1.0-litre three-cylinder and 1.5-litre four-cylinder TSI mills are utilised by Skoda as well. These engines do duty on the Skoda Slavia, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and Volkswagen Virtus. The 999cc turbo-petrol engine develops 115hp and 178Nm, while the 1,498cc unit puts out 150hp and a healthy 250Nm of torque.

The 1.0-litre variants of the Slavia and Virtus get 6-speed MT and 6-speed AT options, whilst the 1.5-litre variants feature a 7-speed DCT. Power figures on the SUVs remain identical to their sedan counterparts. However, the 6-speed MT is now available on the 1.5 TSI engine as well.

9. Mahindra 2.0L mStallion

This turbo-petrol mill does duty in 3 models.

 

Powering the Thar, Thar Roxx and Scorpio N is Mahindra’s 2.0-litre ‘mStallion’ four-cylinder engine. In the Thar, it has been de-tuned to produce 150hp with 300Nm when equipped with the 6-speed MT and 320Nm when mated to the 6-speed AT. The Thar Roxx’s mStallion mill is available in two states of tune – 160hp with 330Nm and 174hp with 380Nm. The former gets the manual and the latter uses the automatic.

The Scorpio N gets the most powerful iteration of this 2.0-litre turbo-petrol mill, with 200hp and 380Nm of torque when paired with the 6-speed AT. The torque drops slightly to 370Nm when mated to the 6-speed MT.

10. Maruti Suzuki K10C

Maruti’s entry-level three-popper powers 3 models.

The Maruti Suzuki K10C is a 998cc engine that develops around 69hp and 91Nm of torque when fuelled with petrol. In its CNG version, however, the output of this three-cylinder mill drops to about 57hp and 82Nm. Both the petrol and CNG versions come as standard with a 5-speed MT, though only the petrol engine is available with a 5-speed AMT.

The most fuel-efficient K10C petrol option here is the Maruti Celerio AMT, which has a claimed mileage of 26kpl. Similarly, the most efficient K10C CNG option is also the Maruti Celerio – its claimed mileage is 34.43km/kg. The other cars that also have the K10C engine are the Maruti S-Presso and Maruti Wagon R.

11. Maruti Suzuki Z12E

This four-cylinder NA mill is used in 2 models.

Powering the Maruti Swift and Dzire is the brand’s Z12E engine, which displaces 1,197cc and can run on petrol and CNG. The four-cylinder petrol version makes 82hp and 112Nm, which drops to 70hp and 102Nm in the CNG variant of the two cars. A 5-speed MT is standard, while a 5-speed AMT is offered with the petrol-only variants.

The Maruti Swift AMT has a claimed mileage of 25.75kpl, making it the most frugal petrol option between the two. On the other hand, the Maruti Dzire claimed mileage of 33.73km/kg makes it the most fuel-efficient CNG option here.

12. Toyota 1.5L TNGA

The hybrid powertrain from Toyota is shared with Maruti.

Toyota’s 1.5L TNGA hybrid powertrain comprises a 1,490cc four-cylinder engine and an AC synchronous motor, for a combined system output of 116hp. The naturally aspirated engine develops 122Nm, with the electric motor capable of generating a peak torque of 141Nm. An electronically controlled CVT communicates the hybrid system’s power to the front wheels.

The two cars that share this powertrain is the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. The claimed mileage of the Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid is 27.97kpl, which should reflect similarly on the Hyryder too.

13. Toyota 2.0L TNGA

Only 2 midsize MPVs offer this powertrain at the moment.

As its name suggests, the Toyota 2.0L TNGA powertrain features a 1,987cc four-cylinder petrol engine. This naturally aspirated mill is paired with an AC synchronous motor and an electronically controlled CVT automatic gearbox. The combined system output is 189hp, while the claimed fuel economy is 22.16kpl. The only mass-market cars that currently offer this hybrid powertrain are the Maruti Suzuki Invicto and Toyota Innova Hycross.

14. Maruti Suzuki K-Series Turbo

Maruti’s new turbo-petrol engine powers 2 cars.

Customers of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor can opt for a turbocharged petrol engine. The unit in question is a K-Series 998cc three-cylinder that develops 100hp and 148Nm. It can be paired to either a 5-speed MT or a 6-speed AT, with the claimed mileage ranging between 20.01kpl (AT) to 21.5kpl (MT).

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