EQT Vortex Turbocharger - VW/Audi MQBe 2.0T (Mk8/8Y)
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- XL
Please note: if you are purchasing this turbo for a Mk8 GTI you will need the retrofit install kit offered above.
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9 Second 1/4 Mile Capable Turbocharger
This incredible pass was done by Mk8.Joshua in his Mk8 Golf R. The car was built by LT Motorsports running our Beta turbo, EQT custom ECU tune, and TVS Engineering DSG tune with a mechatronic swap. The car managed a 9.864 second pass at 137.85mph

Engineered For Performance
- Up to 450whp (520chp) on 93 octane
- Up to 550whp (630chp) on E85
- Stock location bolt-on turbocharger
- Larger machined compressor housing and billet compressor wheel
- 53mm/71mm base with a 76mm extended tip design compressor wheel
- 61mm/54mm TD06SL2 turbine wheel.
- Upgraded internal bearing
Big Turbo, Big Gains
Mk8 Golf R and 8Y S3
Pump Gas - up to 175hp over stock
Pump Gas - up to 175hp over stock
Expected Pump gas power figures:
Stock
- 345chp / 331ctq
- 308whp / 292wtq
Stage 2 (93 Octane)
- 461chp / 454ctq
- 412whp / 403wtq
Vortex XL - 93 Octane
- 520chp / 510ctq
- 450whp / 440wtq
Ethanol - up to 285hp over stock
Ethanol - up to 285hp over stock
Expected ethanol power figures:
Stock
- 345chp / 331ctq
- 308whp / 292wtq
Stage 2 (E85)
- 498chp / 490ctq
- 443whp / 435wtq
Vortex XL (E85)
- 630chp / 510ctq
- 550whp / 440wtq
Required Modifications
Required Modifications
Pump Gas (91 / 93 Octane)
- Upgraded Cold Air Intake
- Upgraded Intercooler
- Upgraded Exhaust System
Ethanol (E85)
- Upgraded Cold Air Intake
- Upgraded Intercooler
- Upgraded Exhaust System
- Multi-Port Injection - (Software support coming soon)
Mk8 Golf GTI
Pump Gas - up to 255hp over stock
Pump Gas - up to 255hp over stock
Expected Pump gas power figures:
stock
- 263chp / 321ctq
- 235whp / 284wtq
stage 2 pump gas
- 373chp / 422ctq
- 331whp / 375wtq
Vortex XL - 93 Octane
- 520chp / 510ctq
- 450whp / 440wtq
Ethanol - up to 365hp over stock
Ethanol - up to 365hp over stock
Expected ethanol power figures:
Stock
- 263chp / 321ctq
- 235whp / 284wtq
Stage 2 (E85)
- 407chp / 462chp
- 362whp / 410wtq
Vortex XL (E85)
- 630chp / 510ctq
- 550whp / 440wtq
Required Modifications
Required Modifications
Pump Gas (91 / 93 Octane)
- Turbo Retrofit Install KIT (See Below)
- Upgraded Cold Air Intake
- Upgraded Intercooler
- Upgraded Exhaust System
- Upgraded Low-Pressure Fuel Pump
Ethanol (E85)
- Turbo Retrofit Install KIT (See Below)
- Upgraded Cold Air Intake
- Upgraded Intercooler
- Upgraded Exhaust System
- Upgraded Low-Pressure Fuel Pump
- Multi-Port Injection - (Software support coming soon)
*Blaze Intake Compatibility*: When utilizing the Blaze Atom V2 with this turbo on the Mk8 GTI, you will need the inlet adapter and silicone intake hose from the Mk8 Golf R / 8Y version of this intake. If you plan on purchasing a blaze to complement the turbo, please ensure you purchase the Mk8 Golf R version or email sales@eqtuning.com for further assistance

Simple Fitment and Install
Our Mk8 Vortex XL includes all necessary hardware to bolt-on your new turbo right up to your stock location Golf R/S3 turbocharger.
- New O-rings
- Gaskets
- Studs + nuts
- Brackets and Fittings
Note: while this turbocharger is compatible with the Mk8 GTI, a retrofit kit is required. See more information below.

Mk8 Vortex - GTI Retrofit Kit
Ready to bolt up your Vortex turbocharger to the Mk8 GTI? The Retrofit includes everything you need:
- Silicon Turbo Outlet Hose
- Silicon Reroute Hose
- Billet DV Mount
- Reroute Hose Adapter
- Plug-and-Play Wire Harness
- Hardware
When purchasing your turbo please ensure you add the kit above, if applicable.