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Prince engine

Not to be confused withPrince Motor Company.

Princeis the codename for a family ofstraight-four16-valveall-aluminiumgasoline engineswithvariable valve liftandvariable valve timingdeveloped byBMWandPSA Peugeot Citroën.It is a compact engine family of 1.4–1.6 L in displacement and includes most modern features such asgasoline direct injectionandturbocharger.

PSA Prince engine
Overview
ManufacturerBMWandPSA Peugeot Citroën
Production2006–present
Layout
ConfigurationInline-4
Displacement1.4 L (1,397 cc)
1.6 L (1,598 cc)
Cylinder bore77 mm (3.0 in)
Piston stroke75 mm (2.95 in)
85.8 mm (3.38 in)
Cylinder blockmaterialAluminium
Cylinder headmaterialAluminium
ValvetrainDOHC,withVVT&VVL
Combustion
TurbochargerIn some versions
Fuel typeGasoline
Chronology
PredecessorTritec engine
PSA TU engine
PSA EW engine
BMW N43

TheBMWversions of the Prince engine are known as theN13and theMiniversions 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 enginefamily in the Mini and was first introduced in 2006 for MINI. Later in 2011 also for BMW modelsF20and 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 207being 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 Hallin 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-liter version of the Prince engine would be supplied from 2012 toSaabfor 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 PhoeniXwas 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 YearAward in the 1.4 to 1.8-litre category. In 2014 the Prince engine beat, among others, the new BMWB38engine which is replacing the Prince engine in the Mini and BMW lineups.[8][9]

Design

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The Prince family shares its basic block dimensions with the previousPSA TU enginefamily. Engineering design was directed by BMW using theirValvetronicvariable 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 injectionwith atwin-scroll turbochargerwill be used on the higher power versions.[10][11]

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.[11]

1.4-litre EP3/EP3C (PSA)

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The 1.4 L PSAEP3andEP3C[12]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:

1.6-litre EP6/EP6C naturally aspirated (PSA)

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The 1.6 L engine is used in the second-generationMINIand variousPeugeot 207models. It has an 85.8 mm (3.38 in) stroke for a total of 1,598 cc (1.6 L) of displacement.

Thenaturally aspiratedvariant (EP6,EP6C[12]) has conventionalfuel injectionand lost-foam castcylinder heads.Its 11:1compression ratiocreates 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.[13]

Applications:

1.6-litre turbocharged (PSA)

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Theturbocharged1.6 L unit addsgasoline direct injectionand 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 theEP6DTandEP6DTSrespectively within Peugeot. The first was later updated asEP6CDTand also as THP163,EP6CDTM.[12]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.

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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.

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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 (EP6CDTX[12]) with 200 PS (147 kW) at 5500 rpm, maximum torque 275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft) at 1700 rpm. It featureddirect injection,twin-scroll turbochargerandValvetronicvariable valve lift.It was first introduced in thePeugeot RCZsport compactfor the 2010model year,where it generates 150 kW (204 PS).

Applications:

The2012–2014 Mini John Cooper Works GPfeatured 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.[14]

PSA has now released a new Euro 6 engine based on the THP in the following Engine codes:

BMW N13 version

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The turbocharged 1.6 litre version used by BMW[15]is called theBMW N13.The N13 replaced the naturally aspiratedBMW N43engine and was produced from 2011 to 2016. It is BMW's first turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine since theBMW 2002Turbo ceased production in 1974.

BMW sold the N13 alongside the larger displacementBMW N20turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The N13 was effectively replaced by the turbocharged three-cylinderBMW B38engine.

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:[16]

75 kW version

100 kW version

125 kW version

130 kW version

Mini N14 and N18 versions

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The turbocharged 1.6 litre versions used by Mini[15]are called theMini N14andMini N18.The N18 succeeded the N14 starting from 2010 and had double Vanos. The N14/N18 engine usesdirect injection,atwin-scroll turbochargerandValvetronic(variable valve lift).

Issues

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There have been several cases of recalls and/or extended warranty due to failing HPFP (high pressure fuel pumps) in the Prince engine.[18]

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.[19]

Production

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The production of MINI version of 'Prince' family of engines is set to end by 2016, and be replaced by its very latest 3 and 4 cylinder Engine family –BMW B37,BMW B38andBMW B48.[20]

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 Automotivevehicles (JV Partner of BMW in China) and also for other China OEM's.

PSA will continue to develop the higher power models of the engine family, with future production planned for China with its JV partnersDONFENG(DPCA) andChangan(CAPSA).[21]

References

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  1. ^Mini Cooper Service Manual 2007-2013 by Bentley Publishers
  2. ^Flynn, Chris (8 June 2012)."Milestone moment for BMW Mini with three millionth engine".
  3. ^"BMW et PSA Peugeot Citroën ont signé une lettre d'intention en vue de renforcer leur coopération dans les moteurs à essence".www.edubourse.com.Archivedfrom the original on 2021-10-06.Retrieved2021-10-05.
  4. ^Reed, John (2010-09-29)."FT article".FT article.Archivedfrom the original on 2021-10-06.Retrieved2012-08-30.
  5. ^Swade (2010-09-29)."SaabsUnited coverage of Saab press release".Saabs united.Archivedfrom the original on 2012-11-13.Retrieved2012-08-30.
  6. ^Wedberg, Erik (2011-03-01),"Saab PhoeniX Concept – aeromotional!",Teknikens Värld(in Swedish), Expressen Lifestyle AB, archived fromthe originalon 2022-12-04
  7. ^"Saab PhoeniX Concept Official Photos and Info – Auto Shows".Car & driver. 2012-08-26.Archivedfrom the original on 2011-07-28.Retrieved2012-08-30.
  8. ^"Eighth consecutive International Engine of the Year Award for PSA Peugeot Citroën".Archived fromthe originalon July 10, 2014.
  9. ^"Home | International Engine + Powertrain of the Year 2019".www.ukimediaevents.com.Archivedfrom the original on 2021-10-06.Retrieved2021-10-05.
  10. ^"NameBright - Domain Expired".Archivedfrom the original on 2006-06-25.Retrieved2006-06-26.
  11. ^ab"Petrol Engines in the BMW Group/PSA Peugeot Citroën Cooperation"(PDF).December 2004.Archived(PDF)from the original on 2012-10-21.Retrieved2014-10-14.
  12. ^abcd[1]ArchivedNovember 27, 2010, at theWayback Machine
  13. ^"2007 Mini Preview – Press Release".Archived fromthe originalon January 26, 2013.RetrievedAugust 15,2006.
  14. ^"2012 MINI John Cooper Works GP".carfolio.com.March 13, 2013.Archivedfrom the original on July 28, 2018.RetrievedJuly 27,2018.
  15. ^ab"Archive » The Mighty Prince Engine: It's Future on the Road & in Motorsport".MotoringFile. 2011-11-23.Archivedfrom the original on 2012-07-12.Retrieved2012-08-30.
  16. ^"BMW-1er-F20-116i-118i-technische-Daten-1".Bimmertoday.de. 2011-06-05.Archivedfrom the original on 2013-01-26.Retrieved2012-06-03.
  17. ^"Model selection – 1'F20 LCI – 120i – EUR – 05/2016".www.realoem.com.Archivedfrom the original on 6 October 2021.Retrieved2 November2019.
  18. ^Salzman, Nathaniel (October 27, 2010)."BMW Recalls Fuel Pumps. Mini Does Not".Archivedfrom the original on October 6, 2021.RetrievedOctober 5,2021.
  19. ^"Just a customer"(PDF).Just an answer.Archived(PDF)from the original on 2020-07-06.Retrieved2020-07-06.
  20. ^"MINI's Prince Engine is Dead. Enter the B37 & B48".September 5, 2013.Archivedfrom the original on October 6, 2021.RetrievedOctober 5,2021.
  21. ^"PSA will keep using the Prince engine family".Archived fromthe originalon June 7, 2014.

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