The phrase
"petrol turbo" refers to a car engine that is powered by gasoline (petrol) and uses a turbocharger. A turbocharger is a device that increases the engine's power by forcing more air into it. So,
"petrol turbo" basically means a gasoline engine that has an extra boost of power thanks to a turbocharger.
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«petrol»
«turbo»
Phrases with «petrol turbo»
Sentences with «petrol turbo»
- Under the bonnet sits a 2.0 litre petrol turbo engine which is good for 311 bhp and sends its power to the back wheels. (carsuk.net)
- Comments for the rest of the powertrain are as those for the Countryman — the higher - powered 1.6 - litre petrol turbo engine doesn't produce as much raw performance as you'd expect considering its 184bhp: blame the 1435 kg kerbweight. (evo.co.uk)
- The V8 twin - turbo petrol Turbo model is silly quick. (motoring.com.au)
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