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turbocharged four-cylinder engine

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A turbocharged four-cylinder engine is a type of engine that uses a turbo to make it more powerful while still being small. It helps the car go faster without using too much fuel.

Technical Definition

A turbocharged four-cylinder engine uses a turbocharger to increase the engine's power output without significantly increasing its size. This allows for better performance and efficiency compared to naturally aspirated engines.

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"All of a sudden, everything's a small turbocharged four-cylinder engine. All of them have got extreme off-road versions to offer."

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"It's a 1.3 liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine."

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"And then it has this new turbo-charged four-cylinder engine, which I think is the big story here."

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