Since 2010, Brazil has been producing the 1.8-liter Fiat 370A0011 or 1.8 E.torQ engine, which is found in popular Latin American models like the Argo, Toro, Linea, and Strada pickup. In several markets, the Jeep Renegade crossover also has this power unit under the hood.
The E.torQ series also includes: 310A5011.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 1747 |
| Fuel system | distributed injection |
| Power output, hp | 130 – 135 |
| Torque output, Nm | 180 – 185 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 80.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 85.8 |
| Compression ratio | 11.0 |
| Features | SOHC |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | no |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 4.3 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 5 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Fiat Linea 2014) — city — highway — combined |
9.7 6.0 7.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~270 000 |
| Weight, kg | 129 |
The engine was installed on:
- Fiat Argo I (358) since 2017;
- Fiat Bravo II (198) in 2010 – 2016;
- Fiat Cronos I (359) since 2018;
- Fiat Doblo II (263) since 2010;
- Fiat Grande Punto I (199) in 2010 – 2012;
- Fiat Punto IV (199) in 2012 – 2017;
- Fiat Linea I (323) in 2010 – 2016;
- Fiat Palio II (326) in 2011 – 2017;
- Fiat Strada I (278) in 2013 – 2020;
- Fiat Toro I (226) since 2016;
- Jeep Renegade 1 (BU) since 2015.
Disadvantages of the Fiat 370A0011 engine
Designed for the emerging market, this power unit is straightforward and dependable;
After 90,000 kilometers, complaints about oil consumption are common in Brazilian forums;
The highest resource in the timing chain is not even the owners of vehicles with such a unit note;
Oil leaks and electrical malfunctions are the motor’s remaining issues;
One of E.torQ engines’ shortcomings is their limited selection of spare parts.