Turbo Lag

Turbo lag is the delay between pressing the accelerator and feeling the engine's increased power. It occurs because a turbocharger, which boosts engine performance, takes a moment to spool up and generate additional compressed air needed for mixing with fuel. During this transition, the engine doesn't respond immediately, causing a brief delay. Once the turbo reaches the desired speed, power delivery becomes more responsive. Turbo lag is more noticeable in smaller engines with turbochargers and is managed through design improvements, but a small delay can still be felt during quick acceleration.