These Are The 10 Best Powertrains You Can Get In 2024
The 2024 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list features a variety of powertrains, offering something for every type of car enthusiast. From turbocharged engines to hybrid systems, this year's winners come from a diverse range of manufacturers. Let's take a look!
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V8s
GM 6.2-liter V8 HEV ( Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray)
Despite the industry’s growing focus on electrification, the 2024 list includes a classic V8 engine. The 6.2-liter V8 found in the Chevy Corvette E-Ray is hybridized, blending iconic American muscle with modern hybrid technology. It showcases GM’s successful adaptation of hybrid tech to a performance model.
Hybrids
BMW 3.0-liter Turbocharged I6 PHEV ( BMW X5 xDrive50e)
Ford 3.5-liter Turbocharged V6 HEV ( Ford F-150 PowerBoost)
Honda 2.0 I4 HEV ( Honda Civic Hybrid)
Porsche 3.0-liter Turbocharged V6 HEV ( Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid)
Toyota 2.5 I4 HEV ( Toyota Camry XSE AWD)
2024 is dubbed the "Year of the Hybrid," as six of the 10 winners are hybrids, with only one plug-in hybrid, BMW’s 3.0-liter I6, making the list. The most affordable winners in this category include the Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota Camry XSE, highlighting how hybrid tech has expanded across different market segments.
Turbos
Stellantis Turbocharged 3.0-liter "Hurricane" I6 ( Ram 1500 Tungsten)
Toyota Turbocharged 1.6-liter I3 ( Toyota GR Corolla)
Turbocharged engines remain a staple, with Stellantis’ "Hurricane" 3.0-liter I6 leading the charge for larger vehicles like the Ram 1500. Toyota’s GR Corolla also shines, with its turbocharged 1.6-liter I3 being recognized for delivering exciting performance in a small package.
Electric
Hyundai EPS ( Hyundai Ioniq 5 N AWD/ Kia EV9 GT)
In 2024, only two battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) made the list: the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N AWD and Kia EV9 GT, both powered by Hyundai's electric power system (EPS). Korea's dominance in this category highlights the growing influence of electric technology, though the list suggests that hybrids still hold a strong foothold in the current market.
This year’s list showcases a shift towards hybrid powertrains while still recognizing the innovation in turbocharged and electric propulsion systems. The variety of engines reflects the evolving automotive landscape, where performance, efficiency, and sustainability intersect.
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