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As the year wraps up, the auto industry is unveiling its annual “of the year” lists. Among the most anticipated is Ward’s 10 Best Engines — a roundup of standout powertrains from the past 12 months.

For 2015, Ward’s evaluated 37 new or improved engines, including:

  • 15 turbocharged four-cylinders

  • 4 electric powertrains

  • The first-ever hydrogen fuel-cell to qualify

This made it the most diverse field ever, showcasing the industry’s focus on fuel economy and innovation.

🔟 Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2015:

  1. 127-kW electric motor – BMW i3

  2. 6.2L OHV V-8 – Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

  3. 6.2L Supercharged OHV V-8 – Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

  4. 1.0L Turbocharged DOHC 3-cyl – Ford Fiesta

  5. 100-kW Fuel Cell – Hyundai Tucson Fuel Cell

  6. 1.5L Turbocharged DOHC 3-cyl – MINI Cooper

  7. 3.0L Turbodiesel DOHC V-6 – Ram 1500 EcoDiesel

  8. 2.0L Turbocharged H-4 – Subaru WRX

  9. 1.8L Turbocharged DOHC I-4 – Volkswagen Golf

  10. 2.0L Turbocharged DOHC I-4 – Volvo S60

Highlights include the 707-hp Hellcat V8, which grabbed attention industry-wide, and the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 from the Corvette Stingray, returning after making the list last year. Subaru’s WRX boxer four also earned a spot.

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