{"id":2208,"date":"2026-04-29T18:10:59","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T16:10:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/?post_type=product&p=2208"},"modified":"2026-04-29T18:25:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T16:25:29","slug":"vag-1-8t-k04-023-hybrid-turbo-s3-cupra-r-300-330-hp","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/produkt\/vag-1-8t-k04-023-hybrid-turbo-s3-cupra-r-300-330-hp\/","title":{"rendered":"VAG 1.8T K04-023 Hybrid Turbo S3 Cupra R | 300-330 HP"},"content":{"rendered":"

Serious Performance Upgrade<\/b><\/h3>\n

For the 1.8T enthusiast, the transition from Stage 2 to Stage 3 often requires expensive manifold changes. This Hybrid K04 solves that problem. It is engineered to maximize the flow potential of the original 225 HP engine architecture. By utilizing a larger turbine and a lightweight billet compressor wheel, we have shifted the efficiency map higher, allowing for sustained boost pressures that the factory unit simply cannot handle.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why This Turbo Wins<\/b><\/h3>\n
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  • Ultra-fast spool for immediate throttle response<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Increased exhaust gas flow via a larger turbine shaft<\/span><\/li>\n
  • 300-330 HP capability (setup dependent)<\/span><\/li>\n
  • True Plug & Play installation\u2014no custom lines required<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Heavy-duty reinforced bearings for longevity<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Brand new high-quality cast iron housing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Internal Upgrades<\/b><\/h3>\n
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    • Enlarged Billet Compressor Wheel:<\/b> Lighter than OEM for reduced inertia and higher airflow.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Over-sized Turbine Shaft:<\/b> Reduces backpressure at high RPM.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Sport Reinforced Bearings:<\/b> Specifically designed to withstand the higher thrust loads of increased boost.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • New Cast Housing:<\/b> Eliminates the common cracking issues found in used factory housings.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Precision Balancing:<\/b> VSR balanced to ensure vibration-free operation at speeds exceeding 150,000 RPM.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Performance Characteristics<\/b><\/h3>\n

      This turbocharger is designed for “area under the curve.” While many big-turbo builds suffer from late-onset boost, this K04 Hybrid retains the “snappy” feel of the original 1.8T while providing a massive surge in mid-range torque. Expect a strong pull from 3,000 RPM all the way to the redline, making it an ideal choice for technical tracks or fast road use where driveability is king.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Vehicle Compatibility<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Direct fit for transverse 1.8T 20V engines (210\/225 HP variants):<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Audi:<\/b> S3 (8L), TT (8N) 225HP<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Seat:<\/b> Leon Mk1 Cupra R<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Engine Codes:<\/b> BAM, AMK, APY, APX<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Please verify fitment before ordering.<\/span><\/i><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        The K04-300-HSP is the ultimate bolt-on solution for the legendary 1.8T 20V transverse engines. Built on a brand-new turbine housing, this hybrid unit replaces the stock K04-020\/022\/023 found in the S3 and Cupra R. Featuring an enlarged, lightweight CNC compressor wheel and a high-flow turbine shaft, it pushes the 1.8T platform to a potent 300-330 HP while maintaining the rapid spool-up characteristics required for spirited street and track driving.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":2209,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"VAG 1.8T K04 Hybrid Turbo Upgrade | S3 Leon Cupra | 330 HP","_seopress_titles_desc":"High-performance K04 hybrid turbo for Audi S3 & Leon Cupra 1.8T. CNC billet wheel, reinforced bearings, 330 HP potential. Direct bolt-on.","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":0,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_gspb_post_css":""},"product_brand":[594],"product_cat":[609],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-2208","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-hybrid-turbo","product_cat-hybrid-turbos","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-variable"],"acf":[],"ct_brands":[{"id":594,"name":"Hybrid Turbo","slug":"hybrid-turbo"}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/2208","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2208"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2209"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2208"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=2208"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=2208"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/performanceturbo.eu\/pl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=2208"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}