What brand turbo does Toyota use?
Toyota uses multiple turbocharger brands; there isn’t a single brand across its lineup.
Which brand a Toyota turbo uses depends on the engine family and the market. Over the years Toyota has partnered with BorgWarner, IHI, Garrett and other suppliers to meet different engineering targets and regional requirements.
How Toyota sources turbochargers
Toyota designs and markets a wide range of vehicles—from city cars to high-performance models. Turbochargers are sourced from a small set of specialist suppliers, chosen to suit the specific engine architecture, displacement, boost strategy, and emission goals for each model. The exact supplier can vary by generation, region, and even sub-model.
BorgWarner
BorgWarner is one of the most frequently cited turbo suppliers for modern Toyota engines. The company’s turbochargers appear across several of Toyota’s turbocharged gasoline engines and performance-oriented variants, reflecting a long-standing collaboration to meet efficiency and power targets in compact and mid-size platforms.
IHI
IHI is another major supplier in Toyota’s lineup, with a focus on several markets and engine families. IHI turbochargers have been used on various Toyota turbocharged engines, especially in regions where IHI has a strong manufacturing and support presence.
Garrett
Representative engine-family approach (non-exhaustive)
The following points summarize the typical pattern: brands vary by engine family and market, and Toyota does not rely on a single supplier for all turbocharged models. The list below reflects general associations reported in industry sources and official catalogs, but exact configurations can change over time and by region.
- BorgWarner – commonly associated with many modern Toyota turbocharged engines across several regions.
- IHI – present in select engines and markets, particularly for specific regional programs.
- Garrett – used in certain models and regional variants where their turbochargers fit the packaging and performance targets.
For a given vehicle, the precise turbo brand can vary by year, trim, and market. Always consult the official parts catalog or a Toyota dealer to confirm the exact supplier for your car.
How to verify the turbo brand for your Toyota
If you need to know the exact turbo brand for a specific vehicle, consider these steps: check the vehicle’s service and parts manuals or the official Toyota U.K./U.S./global parts catalogs, inspect the turbocharger unit under the hood for branding or part numbers, and ask a Toyota dealer or certified technician. Some markets also publish engine build sheets that list supplier details for the turbocharger.
Summary
In short, Toyota does not use a single turbo brand. The brand depends on the engine family, market, and production period, with BorgWarner, IHI, Garrett, and others represented in the ecosystem. For certainty about a particular vehicle, refer to official specifications or contact a Toyota dealer to confirm the exact turbocharger supplier.
