Garrett Powermax Stage1 turbocharger, 2014-2018 VW / Audi 2.0TSI

Garrett POWERMAX™ turbo upgrade – Audi / Volkswagen 2.0TSI engines 2014-2018

Garrett Powermax upgraded Stage1 turbo – e.g. Audi S3 / Volkswagen Golf R 2.0TSI – (GT2260S) – 898199-5001W

Mk7 2.0TSI is an engine with great potential for tuning, capable for holding respectable power levels with stock internals.
Unfortunately the same cannot be said about the original turbocharger, especially the notorious IS38 and it’s early generations. Luckily the limited output and compromised reliability can be fixed, your solution is here.

Garrett To The Rescue!
One of the main players, Garrett has jumped on the 2.0TSI wagon with their brand new Powermax Stage 1 and Stage 2 turbos.

Garretin Powermax maintains OEM direct fitment, taking your performance to a whole new level.

This product fits to various Audi, Volkswagen, Seat and Skoda models – related to following OEM SKUs:
IS12 turbo 06K124713L / IS20 turbo 06K145874M / IS38 turbo 06K145722H

Powermax Stage2 – features

• Complete assembly with calibrated wastegate actuator included
• Capability up to 485hp  (*)
• +17% flow compared to stock IS38 Golf R turbo
• GTX Gen II compressor
• Mar-M G-serie turbine rated up to EGT 1050°C
• 360-degree thrust bearing
• Precisely balanced
• Max turbo rpm 185.000rpm
• Compatible with speed sensor (sold separately)

(*) Garrett 898199-5001W optimal results in 2.0TSI engine tuning

Please note, for optimal results with 2.0TSI engine an upgraded intake, exhaust sytem and cooling upgrades are needed and recommended. Pay attention to fuel system (pumps mainly) capacity as well, when getting close to the 500hp mark. In the end, the results are mostly based on precise and professional engine tuning.

See below for comparison runs against maxed out IS38 stock turbo: