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Straight-5 engines have been used rarely but continuously since their invention. In recent years they have become increasingly popular. They are used in Audi s and on some diesel-powered Mercedes-Benz models, as well as on the Acura Vigor. Recently, General Motors launched a popular straight-5 engine for its truck line. The engine is part of its '' Atlas '' family that also includes 4- and 6-cylinder versions. Since the Volvo 850 was introduced in 1991 , many Volvos make use of straight-5 engines, often Turbocharged . It has also recently found an application in the Ford Focus ST . Volkswagen has also used straight-five engines in their Eurovan, and have recently developed a different straight-five engine which will be used in the next generation Jetta and Golf . AUTOMOBILE USE The Smallest production straight-5 was found on the 1981 Audi 100 , with 1921 cc of displacement. The Toyota '' 1PZ '' Diesel is the size champ at 3469 cc, though the aforementioned GM ''Atlas'' is close at 3464 cc. MOTORCYCLE USE The Smallest straight-5 was found on the Racing motorcycle Honda 125/5. |
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