BorgWarner eTurbo System Selected For Hybrid Passenger Vehicle Program

BorgWarner Selected For Next Generation Hybrid Vehicle eTurbo Program

BorgWarner eTurbo System has been selected by a European original equipment manufacturer (OEM) for an upcoming hybrid passenger vehicle program, according to an announcement from BorgWarner. Series production under the contract is scheduled to begin in 2029. The company has not disclosed the identity of the OEM involved in the program. The selection highlights increasing demand for advanced turbocharging solutions that support hybrid powertrains by improving performance, efficiency, and emissions compliance in future passenger vehicles.

How Electric Turbo Technology Improves Hybrid Vehicle Performance

The advanced component integrates an electric motor directly onto the turbocharger shaft to drive the compressor, reducing turbo lag and improving boost pressure response. The system provides 20 kW of continuous electrical power and up to 30 kW peak power. It also converts excess exhaust energy into electricity, which can be supplied to the vehicle’s high-voltage electrical system. This approach supports hybrid vehicle efficiency by combining traditional exhaust energy recovery with electrified boosting capability.

400 Volt Platform Enhanced With Silicon Carbide Technology

The updated unit is based on BorgWarner’s existing 400-volt eTurbo platform and introduces remote power electronics using silicon carbide components. This design enables more flexible installation within compact engine compartments while improving packaging possibilities for vehicle manufacturers. The technology operates at speeds of up to 145,000 rpm and can withstand exhaust temperatures exceeding 1,000 degrees Celsius, helping it meet future global emissions requirements.

Future Applications In Hybrid Passenger Vehicles

The next-generation eTurbo solution is expected to support future hybrid passenger vehicle architectures by delivering faster air management response and improved energy recovery capabilities. As automakers continue developing electrified powertrains, technologies that optimize combustion efficiency and reduce emissions remain important. The collaboration with a European OEM reflects the growing adoption of electrified turbocharging systems in upcoming vehicle platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BorgWarner eTurbo System?
BorgWarner eTurbo System is an electrified turbocharging solution designed to improve hybrid vehicle performance through faster boost response and energy recovery. The system uses an electric motor integrated with the turbocharger shaft to support compressor operation while recovering surplus exhaust energy. It delivers continuous and peak electrical power output while operating on a 400-volt platform with silicon carbide-based remote power electronics for improved packaging flexibility and efficiency.

When will production of the hybrid vehicle program begin?
Series production for the selected hybrid passenger vehicle program is scheduled to commence in 2029. The European OEM involved in the agreement has not been publicly identified by BorgWarner. The program represents a future application of advanced electrified turbocharging technology designed to support hybrid powertrain performance and upcoming emissions requirements.