Who makes my engine?

Does Citroen/Peugeot use a Ford engine? I heard that from a local garage, is it true?

Asked on 6 March 2012 by catA4

Answered by Honest John
The 1.6 and 2.0 litre diesel engines are Peugeot/Citroen design built by Ford at Dagenham for Fords, Peugeots, Citroens and Volvos.
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