What is Infiniti’s VC-T technology?

In the quest to pair optimal performances and fuel efficiency, auto manufacturers have gone the distance in terms of engineering designs. But no one has gone as far as Infiniti in terms of innovation with the internal combustion engine. Infiniti recently took a considerable leap forward when it introduced the first production variable compression engine in the QX50.

The Infiniti VC-Turbo technology is an engineering marvel that pairs the best of both worlds in a compact four-cylinder, 2.0 L engine. This engine, which currently sits in Infiniti’s top-selling SUV, the QX50, outputs 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. It provides plenty of power when pressing the accelerator, but it can also completely transform itself to provide the best in terms of fuel efficiency in the segment, with a 27% lower overall fuel consumption compared to non-variable compression engines.

The secret lies in its ability to move seamlessly between compression ratios according to driving conditions. Technically, it can go from an 8:1 compression ratio for high performance to a 14:1 ratio for high efficiency, and everything in between. It provides performance when you need it, and ultimate efficiency when you don’t.

Switching from a high compression, lean-running configuration to a powerful low compression, high-boost configuration sounds like an intrusive process. However, engineers at Infiniti implanted this technology in manner that operated seamlessly; the driver doesn’t notice that the changes are taking place.

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