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Best Engine
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Caution
(2.7)
2
Generations
7
Engines Rated
1,399
Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
4 recommended
2 caution
1 avoid
Generation Timeline
2003-2008
E85
5 engines
1,157 complaints
🔥 7
☠ 2
2.5L 6-cyl
⚠️
Caution
(2.0)
→
2009-2016
E89
2 engines
242 complaints
3.0L 6-cyl
⚠️
Caution
(2.7)
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