How do I get more power from an s650 ecoboost?

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I just got an s650 ecoboost and I’m already wanting to boost its power. Any ideas on where to start?
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There’s always room for mods if you’re looking to push that Ecoboost further. Any specific upgrades you’re thinking about?
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With the money for a new Ecoboost, I would’ve just gone for an older low-mileage GT. Might be a better starting point for power.

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Raven said:
With the money for a new Ecoboost, I would’ve just gone for an older low-mileage GT. Might be a better starting point for power.

Totally agree. I picked up a ‘21 GT Premium with performance upgrades, active exhaust, and only 14.5k miles. Got it for around $37.5k, which isn’t much more than a new Ecoboost—and the power difference is huge.

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@Abi
I would have gone this route in 2019 but there were so many deep discounts on the ecoboost and several local lots were stacked with them. I got mine for 25k otd brand new. Three years later I sold it for 23k bought a cash car and waited for the market to settle. Now I have a 2010 4.6 premium with the track pack. By the numbers it’s the same as the ecoboost. But the drive is another world. Paid 19k for it with 24k miles mint one owner I get compliments on her daily
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Honestly, it’s an Ecoboost… I wouldn’t bother.

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So, you bought a 2024 Ecoboost and now you’re wondering if you should’ve gone with a GT for the horsepower? Might be a bit late for that…

But, if you still want to add power:

  • Cold Air Intake
  • Full Exhaust
  • Upgraded Intercooler (hot and cold side)
  • Aggressive Tune
  • E85 Fuel System
  • Bigger Turbo

If you really want to go all out, get the engine built and add an even bigger turbo.

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@Herman
Problem is, you can’t tune an S650 yet.

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Tamsin said:
@Herman
Problem is, you can’t tune an S650 yet.

True, for now. But trust me, tuning options are coming sooner rather than later.

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Herman said:

Tamsin said:
@Herman
Problem is, you can’t tune an S650 yet.

True, for now. But trust me, tuning options are coming sooner rather than later.

You don’t actually know that, though. Ford might have finally made an ECU that can’t be cracked. I do think someone will figure it out eventually, but buying based on future promises is risky.

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@Brad
Fair point, but I still think it’s only a matter of time. Chevy said the same about the new Corvette, and look—it’s already tunable. Not a question of if, just when.

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Herman said:
@Brad
Fair point, but I still think it’s only a matter of time. Chevy said the same about the new Corvette, and look—it’s already tunable. Not a question of if, just when.

Chevy said the same thing about their new Corvette, guess what? It’s tunable already.

Actually, it took about 3.5 years.

I honestly think the same as you and someone will figure it out eventually.

But arguing over it is pointless. Have a good one.

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@Brad
Honestly, 3.5 years is quick, especially with OTA updates and encrypted ECUs. I know a guy who works on tricking ECUs to avoid error codes when switching to aftermarket parts.

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Rohan said:
@Brad
Honestly, 3.5 years is quick, especially with OTA updates and encrypted ECUs. I know a guy who works on tricking ECUs to avoid error codes when switching to aftermarket parts.

Exactly. The community always finds a way eventually. Considering the time and complexity it took to make the encryption, cracking it in just a few years is impressive.

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Here’s my question: why buy an Ecoboost if you’re just going to chase power later? Wouldn’t the GT have been a better choice?

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I’m on stick shift, and the best I’ve managed is a 5.0 sec 0-60 in my GT, even with the timer on. Ecoboosts have less traction loss since I’m spinning through first and most of second.

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Earl said:
I’m on stick shift, and the best I’ve managed is a 5.0 sec 0-60 in my GT, even with the timer on. Ecoboosts have less traction loss since I’m spinning through first and most of second.

Once you get to 80, that Ecoboost power won’t hold up.

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Earl said:
I’m on stick shift, and the best I’ve managed is a 5.0 sec 0-60 in my GT, even with the timer on. Ecoboosts have less traction loss since I’m spinning through first and most of second.

Automatic is much easier for a good 0-60 time. Spinning wheels mean you’re losing speed. My ‘19 GT MT on street tires gets 4.5 seconds. Getting to 60 is one thing, but to keep it up, GTs definitely outshine Ecoboosts.

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White with black accents looks so sleek :clap:t2:

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Looks awesome! Always a fan of that color combo.
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