Power Unit
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The 2026 F1 car is powered by a 1.6L V6 turbo hybrid system. It combines an internal combustion engine (ICE), turbocharger (TC), MGU-K, energy store (ES), and control electronics (CE). From 2026, the MGU-H has been eliminated, significantly increasing the proportion of electric power.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the F1 power unit simply mean the engine?
No. It refers to the complete propulsion system, including the internal-combustion engine, turbocharger, electric motor-generator, energy store and control electronics.
Can using too many power-unit components result in a penalty?
Yes. The number of major power-unit components that can be used during a season is limited, and exceeding the permitted allocation can result in grid penalties.
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