Available set-ups — Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3

What is a hybrid turbo?

A hybrid turbo utilises a turbocharger architecture adapted for accommodate internal components that differ from the original d configuration. Depending on the upgrade stage, modifications may involve the compressor wheel, the turbine wheel, the housings, the thrust bearing system and the balancing.

The aim is d to adapt the compression capacity and d air flow. However, a hybrid turbo is not defined solely by the appearance of its impeller: the combination of the impellers, housings and engine management remains crucial.

MFS compressor wheel: standard or Performance?

MFS stands for ‘Milled From Solid’, meaning a wheel machined from a solid block. This manufacturing process alone does not guarantee an increase in airflow d. A standard MFS wheel may retain a geometry close to the original.

An MFS wheel Performance can be given a geometry tailored to the modification. On this product, the wheel is described as lighter, larger and taller than the d original, with an advertised additional compression of 15 per cent. A standard MFS impeller can be just as efficient as an MFS impeller Performance. It is not its appearance that determines its performance, but its geometry and its ability to move more d air.

Why does the geometry of the blades influence the airflow d?

The compressor impeller draws in and then compresses the air. Its diameter, profile, height, width and the arrangement of its blades influence its aerodynamic behaviour. A suitable geometry can move more d air under certain conditions, but the result also depends on the casings, the turbine, the boost pressure and the engine management system. A larger impeller therefore does not automatically guarantee better performance and may affect response time.

Reliability and balancing of the hybrid turbocharger

The documented 360° thrust bearing distributes axial forces over a wide surface area. It helps the bearing adapt to operating stresses, without making the turbocharger insensitive to poor lubrication or incorrect fitting.

The rotor is balanced at high speed, up to 150,000 rpm, on a Cimat VSR test bench. This process aims to minimise vibrations and mechanical stresses at high revs.

Engine remapping and preparation

Appropriate engine management is required for to make the most of the hybrid turbo’s characteristics. The mapping, boost pressure and wastegate settings must be checked during remapping. Depending on the tuning, the fuel injection, exhaust, cooling and transmission may also require checking or adjustment. Fitting the turbo alone does not guarantee a power gain.

Turbo part numbers

OEM part numbers

Manufacturer’s part numbers

Compatible vehicles and applications

No specific assignments by make, model, period or engine code are documented in the available information. Compatibility must be established based on the original turbo part numbers d.

Additional technical specifications

Fitting instructions

How do you identify the correct turbo?

Check the part number marked on the original turbo d and compare it with the OEM and manufacturer part numbers in this data sheet. Also check the make, model, generation, body style, engine type, power output, mountingYear and engine code where available.

If in doubt, contact our team with the part number clearly visible on your turbocharger.