Why Shouldn't You Buy a Turbocharged Engine?

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LeColeman
07/30/25 6:31am
Turbocharged engines should not be purchased for the following reasons: 1. Complex maintenance and high maintenance costs. They employ new technology and have a more complex structure compared to naturally aspirated engines. 2. Turbocharged engines generally have a shorter lifespan than naturally aspirated engines. The increased engine power leads to more severe wear and tear, resulting in a shorter lifespan. 3. Typically, the turbocharger needs to be replaced around 100,000 kilometers, which can be a significant financial burden for car owners. Here is a brief introduction to turbocharging: 1. Turbocharging (Turbo-Boost) is a technology that uses exhaust gases generated by internal combustion engine (Internal-Combustion-Engine) operation to drive an air compressor (Air-compressor). 2. Regarding the negative effects of turbocharged engines, after being pressurized, the engine's operating pressure and temperature significantly increase. As a result, the engine's lifespan is shorter than that of a naturally aspirated engine of the same displacement. Additionally, mechanical performance and lubrication performance are affected, which to some extent limits the application of turbocharging technology in engines.
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