Available preparations — Stage 1, Stage 2 and Stage 3

What is a hybrid turbo?

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

dThe aim is to adapt the compression capacity and air flow dto the requirements dof an engine tuning programme. A hybrid turbo is not defined solely by the appearance of its impeller: the geometry of the components, their fit within the housings and the overall balance 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 manufacturing process alone does not guarantee an increase in air flow d. A standard MFS wheel can retain a geometry close to the original.

An MFS impeller Performance can be designed with a geometry tailored to the tuning objective, particularly in terms of its profile, dimensions or blade configuration. On this product, the wheel shown is made of forged aluminium; it is lighter, larger and taller than the original d. The technical data provided indicates a 15 per cent higher compression capacity.

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 flow rate can only be fully utilised 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 blade arrangement influence its aerodynamic behaviour and the amount dof air it can move 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 therefore does not automatically guarantee better performance and may alter the response time or the range dof optimal operation.

Reliability and balancing of the hybrid turbo

The 360° bearing thrust ring, featured on all three documented stages, distributes axial forces over a suitable surface. It contributes to the mechanical integrity of the assembly without making the turbocharger immune to assembly or lubrication faults.

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 during operation.

Engine remapping and preparation

The engine management system must be adapted for to make full use of the hybrid turbo’s characteristics. The wastegate must be adjusted during the ECU remapping.

Depending on the level of tuning, it is also advisable to check or d’adjust the fuel injection, exhaust system, cooling system, boost pressure and other components under load. Fitting d’a hybrid turbo alone does not guarantee a power gain.

Turbo specifications

OEM part numbers

Manufacturer’s part numbers

Compatible vehicles and applications

Additional technical specifications

Installation advice

How do you identify the correct turbo?

Check the part number marked on the turbo dthe original, OEM and manufacturer part numbers, as well as the make, model, generation, engine type, power output, production period and engine code. An identical engine type may have several different configurations.

If you are unsure about identification or compatibility, please contact our team with the full part number of your turbocharger.