Audi V6 hybrid Formula One power unit
Reciprocating internal combustion engine
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The Audi V6 hybrid Formula One power unit is a series of 1.6-litre, hybrid turbocharged V6 racing engines which features kinetic energy recovery system (MGU-K) that provides nearly half the horsepower of the power unit. This was developed and produced by Audi Formula Racing GmbH for use in Formula One with the familiar TFSI technology that is found in every Audi turbocharged-powered road car. The engines are in use from the 2026 season onwards by the Audi works team exclusively.[3]
DesignerStefan Dreyer (Chief Technical Officer)
Production2026–present
ConfigurationV-6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle with TFSI technology
| Audi V6 turbo-hybrid power unit[1] | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Audi Formula Racing GmbH |
| Designer | Stefan Dreyer (Chief Technical Officer) |
| Production | 2026–present |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | V-6 single hybrid turbocharged engine, 90° cylinder angle with TFSI technology |
| Displacement | 1.6 L (98 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
| Piston stroke | 53 mm (2.09 in) |
| Valvetrain | 24-valve (four-valves per cylinder), DOHC |
| Compression ratio | 16:1 |
| Combustion | |
| Turbocharger | turbocharger |
| Fuel system | 350 bar (5,076 psi) gasoline direct injection |
| Management | Motion Applied TAG-700 |
| Fuel type | BP Ultimate Advanced Sustainable Fuel (100%)[2] |
| Oil system | Dry sump |
| Cooling system | Single water pump |
List of Formula One engines
| Season | Name | Format | Max. system outputs (est.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | AFR 26 Hybrid | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | Internal Combustion Engine 400 kW (540 hp) Energy Recovery System 350 kW (470 hp) Total 750 kW (1,010 hp) |