E-turbo

nounStandard termAutomotive

A turbocharger equipped with an electric motor to eliminate spooling delay.

An exhaust-driven turbocharger that integrates a high-speed electric motor on the compressor shaft. The motor spins the compressor wheel up to operating speed instantly when the driver hits the throttle, completely eliminating turbo lag before exhaust gases build enough pressure to take over.

Heard on the job

The e-turbo gives it instant boost off the line, feeling almost like a supercharger at low RPM.

Also heard as

  • electrified turbocharger