Available kits — Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3

What is a hybrid turbo?

A hybrid turbo is based on a turbocharger architecture adapted for to accommodate modified internal components. Depending on the tuning stage, the modifications may involve the compressor wheel, the casings, the turbine wheel, the thrust bearing and the rotor balancing.

The aim is d to adapt the compression capacity and air flow rate d. However, a hybrid turbo is not defined solely by the appearance of its impeller: its geometry, the machining of the housings and the overall coherence of the unit are crucial.

MFS compressor wheel: standard or ‘ Performance ’?

MFS stands for ‘Milled From Solid’, meaning a wheel machined from a solid block. This technology describes the manufacturing process and does not, on its own, guarantee an increase in air flow d.

A standard MFS impeller may retain a geometry equivalent to that of the original d. An MFS Performance impeller may feature a different geometry depending on the tuning objective. On this product, the impeller shown is made from forged aluminium; it is lighter, larger and taller than the original d.

A standard MFS impeller can be just as shiny 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. A higher airflow can contribute to power output only when combined with appropriate engine tuning.

Why does the geometry of the blades influence the air flow rate d?

The compressor impeller draws in and then compresses the air sent to the engine. Its diameter, profile, height, width and the arrangement of its blades influence its aerodynamic behaviour and the amount d of air displaced under certain conditions.

The result also depends on the compressor housing, the impeller and the turbine housing, the boost pressure and the engine management system. A larger impeller does not automatically guarantee better performance and may alter the response time as well as the range d of optimal operation.

Reliability and balancing of the hybrid turbocharger

The 360° thrust bearing present on each documented stage distributes axial forces over a suitable surface. It does not eliminate the need d for correct lubrication or d for proper installation.

The rotor is balanced at high speed, up to 150,000 rpm, on a Cimat VSR test bench. This process helps to minimise vibrations and mechanical stresses, but does not protect the turbocharger against insufficient lubrication, contamination or incorrect installation.

Engine remapping and preparation

The engine management system must be adapted for to make full use of the hybrid turbo’s characteristics. The mapping, boost pressure, fuel injection, exhaust, cooling and transmission must be checked or adjusted depending on the level of tuning. The wastegate must be adjusted whilst remapping the ECU. Fitting d a hybrid turbo alone does not guarantee a power gain.

Turbo specifications

Compatible vehicles and applications

Additional technical specifications

Fitting advice

How do you identify the correct turbo?

Check the turbo’s part number d, the original, OEM and manufacturer part numbers, as well as the make, model, generation, engine type, power output,Year and engine code.. A single engine type may be fitted with several different turbo configurations.

If in doubt, please contact us with the part number clearly visible on your original turbocharger d.