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BBR unveils stunning Supercharger kits for Mazda MX-5 ND – up to 250 bhp available
The autumn temperatures may be starting to cool, but renowned Mazda tuning specialist BBR is heating things up again for MX-5 owners. That’s because BBR is delighted to launch two all-new supercharger tuning packages for the 2.0-litre Mazda MX-5 ND models (MY2015-2019,) with up to 250 bhp available.

Using the proven and reliable Rotrex supercharger unit, both BBR’s Stage 1 and Stage 2 packages have been designed to install without intrusive mechanical alterations onto the 1998cc SkyActiv-G engine and the under bonnet appearance remains OEM-like and discrete.

Despite the subtle visuals the BBR supercharger packages’ gains are significant – aside from the 225bhp peak power figure, the Stage One upgrade offers a highly useable 200 lb.ft plus of torque between 3750 rpm and 5750 rpm, making it highly responsive and ideal for fast road use for the performance orientated driver.

Initial performance testing with the Stage One supercharger upgrade indicates a 0-60 mph time shaved from a factory 7.3 seconds to a supercar rivalling 5.3 seconds, enabling the BBR Stage One equipped Mazda MX-5 to scalp for more expensive machinery via its impressive power to weight ratio of 217 bhp per ton.

Stage Two concentrates on improving flow, not boost pressure. Utilising BBR’s fully TIG welded stainless steel 2.5 inch bore high flow exhaust enables further power to be released without additional stress on the SkyActiv-G engine. In addition, an optional Forge Motorsport intercooler upgrade is available to ensure that the inlet charge temperatures remain optimal even in the most demanding conditions. This releases up to 250 bhp at peak, allied to 220lb.ft of torque, resulting in a 0-60 mph sprint in just 5.1 seconds.

Proven Engineering

BBR has extensive experience of enhancing the Mazda MX-5 since the late 1980’s and called upon its considerable in-house engineering expertise to develop a forced induction package for the SkyActiv-G engine, a process that began back in 2015 with early development conducted on a Mazda 3 test vehicle.

Throughout development BBR’s technical team has paid significant attention to both supercharger oil and intake temperature cooling, ensuring that the complete packages deliver full performance as consistently as possible, irrespective of road conditions and ambient temperatures.

“BBR has undertaken many, many months of both in-house dyno and road validation during the development of both the Stage One and Stage Two packages for the ND model of the MX-5,” comments BBR’s Neil Mckay. “This has resulted in a pair of supercharger upgrades that are feature rich with BBR specific components, each designed to enhance performance while retaining ultimate reliability,” he continues. “Opting for the Rotrex supercharger enables BBR’s most straightforward forced induction install to date, meaning that it is well within the capabilities of most DIY mechanics and easy for any professional,” concludes Mckay.

BBR Stage One Supercharger Package Technical Details:
- C30-94 Rotrex Supercharger
- Rotrex Oil reservoir
- BBR Oil Cooler
- BBR High Quality Anodised CNC Rotrex brackets
- BBR High Quailty Anodised CNC Tensioner brackets
- BBR spec revised ancillary belt and tensioner
- BBR 250BHP intake restrictor
- BBR high flow K&N Typhoon induction kit
- BBR Front mounted intercooler
- BBR branded Intercooler silicone hoses
- BBR billet aluminium black anodised MAF mount
- BBR / Bosch MAP / Temperature sensor
- BBR Recirculating piston type dump valve in factory black finish
- BBR lightweight aluminium battery tray in factory black finish inc battery stay & connection extension
- BBR Starchip EcuTek calibration software
- Optional hardware only and BBR Software/EcuTek programming cable choices for DIY clients
BBR Stage Two Supercharger Package Technical Details:
- BBR 4-1 Stainless steel exhaust manifold
- BBR high flow 2.5″ Stainless Steel centre section including sports catalyst
- BBR high flow 2.5″ Stainless Steel Grand Tourer rear silencer – Super Sport option available
- Optional track spec Forge Motorsport intercooler – an increased core size with higher efficiency keeping inlet temperatures to a minimum under the most testing conditions.
Pricing and Availability:

The BBR Stage One supercharger conversion is available now for all 2.0-litre 2015-2019 MX-5 (ND) models at a cost of £4795* on a fully fitted ‘drive-in, drive-out’ basis from BBR’s Brackley facility. The DIY version, intended for export purposes and competent mechanics, is also available as hardware only for £3895, including comprehensive instructions and technical support, or including BBR software with either EcuTek ProEcu or ECU Connect programming cables stating at £4490.

Stage Two starts at £6495* on a fully fitted ‘drive-in, drive-out’ basis from BBR. The DIY version, intended for export and competent mechanics, is also available as hardware only £5395, including comprehensive instructions and technical support, or including BBR software with either EcuTek ProEcu or ECU Connect programming cables stating at £5990.

Both BBR supercharger conversion packages carry a 12-month warranty.

*Standard vehicles will require an EcuTek tuning licence
October 18, 2022
BBR Launces Upgrade and Tweak Packages For Mazda3

Mazda performance specialists at BBR are proud to demonstrate the two stages of powerplant upgrades for the 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G versions for the Mazda 3.

The result of almost a year of experiments and in-house testing, demonstrated that the 2.0-Skyactiv-G tuning program has successfully removed the vital electronic and mechanical restrictions on 120, 145 and 165 hp (88, 106 and 121 kW) versions for Mazda 3 /6, CX-3 and CX-5. This all means that the Mazda engineering team unleashed the full force of the latest direct-injection powerplant. So, let’s see what the results are.

BBR Super 170

The entry level upgrade comes with BBR’s special Starchip ECU software which contributes for fuel and ignition calibration. This all means that the overall performance benefits in numerous ways, only one of which is the restriction from the 120 hp (88 kW).

The gains from the 2.0-liter Skyactive-G are now mostly noticeable from 4,000 rpm upwards for nicely beneficial 136 hp on BBR’s chassis dyno which culminates in a peak output of 169 hp (124 kW) at 6,300 rpm. Cool, right?

BBR Super 185

With this upgrade BBR goes for even more performance upgrades. Designed to optimize the exhaust technology, incorporated in the 2.0-liter Skyactiv-G motor, BBR’s tweaks feature a 4-2-1 configuration to enhance the flexibility and dynamics of the engine and its maximum torque levels.

And now the revised engine, along with BBR’s Starchip ECU calibration the peak power increases to 185 hp at 6,300 rpm. In addition the 2.0-liter Skyactic-G ‘s torque levels rise with a total of 173 lb.ft at 4,000 rpm and over 150 lb. ft between 3,000 and 6,500rpm.

BBR Mazda 3 Dynamic upgrades

BBR has also launched a portfolio of upgrades for the 2014 onwards Mazda3 2.0-liter Skyactive-G lineup. Sourced from top quality suppliers and delivering additional driving pleasure, BBR showed numerous details for Sport lowering springs and full geometry setup.

Source: Mazda

September 8, 2015
BBR Mazda 3 2.2 Diesel – 243HP and 529Nm

BBR has presented their extensive tuning program for Mazda 3/5/6 and CX7 models. The tuning copmany has developed its own range of StarChip ECU remaps and mechanical enhancements for the Mazda diesel range of vehicles using its brand new, state of the art 4WD chassis dynomometer which ensures an even higher level of reliable, repeatable, economy friendly performance.

BBR Phase 1 includes an ECU re-map boosting the 2.2 liter diesel to 220HP (162 kW) and 510Nm (378 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 38HP (28 kW) and (68 lb-ft). BBR’s StarChip ECU remap software has been calibrated to deliver an extremely linear throttle pedal / turbo boost map, resulting in a considerably smoother driving experience compared to the factory ECU settings.

It is worth noting that BBR achieves similar gains on the lower powered Mazda 121/143 HP 2.0-litre turbodiesel variants, while customers with 150 HP 2.2-litre Mazda models can exceed the factory 185 HP power output using the BBR Phase One conversion. Dyno testing has proven impressive peak figures of 192HP (141 kW) and 446Nm (330 lb.ft) of torque on this lower powered variant.

£499.00 – Fitted and custom mapped on BBR’s in-house chassis dynomometer

£599.00 – DIY Including EcuTek ProEcu programming kit (a £150 option when installed at BBR)

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BBR Phase 2 boosts the 2.2 litre diesel to 243HP (179 kW) and 529Nm (392 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new ‘hybrid’ turbocharger with modified internals for additional gasflow potential, plus includes a high flowing panel air filter with additional ECU remapping to suit.

£1499.00 – Fitted and custom mapped on BBR’s in-house chassis dynomometer

£1199.00 – DIY Including EcuTek ProEcu programming kit (a £150 option when installed at BBR)

BBR has presented their extensive tuning program for Mazda 3/5/6 and CX7 models. The tuning copmany has developed its own range of StarChip ECU remaps and mechanical enhancements for the Mazda diesel range of vehicles using its brand new, state of the art 4WD chassis dynomometer which ensures an even higher level of reliable, repeatable, economy friendly performance.

BBR Phase 1 includes an ECU re-map boosting the 2.2 liter diesel to 220HP (162 kW) and 510Nm (378 lb-ft) of torque. This is an increase of 38HP (28 kW) and (68 lb-ft). BBR’s StarChip ECU remap software has been calibrated to deliver an extremely linear throttle pedal / turbo boost map, resulting in a considerably smoother driving experience compared to the factory ECU settings.

It is worth noting that BBR achieves similar gains on the lower powered Mazda 121/143 HP 2.0-litre turbodiesel variants, while customers with 150 HP 2.2-litre Mazda models can exceed the factory 185 HP power output using the BBR Phase One conversion. Dyno testing has proven impressive peak figures of 192HP (141 kW) and 446Nm (330 lb.ft) of torque on this lower powered variant.

£499.00 – Fitted and custom mapped on BBR’s in-house chassis dynomometer

£599.00 – DIY Including EcuTek ProEcu programming kit (a £150 option when installed at BBR)

BBR Phase 2 boosts the 2.2 litre diesel to 243HP (179 kW) and 529Nm (392 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new ‘hybrid’ turbocharger with modified internals for additional gasflow potential, plus includes a high flowing panel air filter with additional ECU remapping to suit.

£1499.00 – Fitted and custom mapped on BBR’s in-house chassis dynomometer

£1199.00 – DIY Including EcuTek ProEcu programming kit (a £150 option when installed at BBR)

Source: BBR

July 23, 2013
BBR Mazda 3 MPS Phase 2

BBR has announced the specially tuned Mazda 3 Phase 2. It is based on the powerfull Mazda 3 MPS with 2.3 DSI engine.

A lot of modifications has been made for boosting Mazda 3 MPS to 320PS. Firstly, the MPS’s standard, airflow restrictive turbo inlet hoses are replaced with high flow, cast aluminium/silicon versions specifically designed to withstand higher boost levels without deformation. To optimise inlet flow and provide superior filtration BBR replaces the stock paper airbox element with a high flow performance filter.

The exhaust has been modified, too. Mazda MPS turbo downpipe, pre-catalyst and main catalytic converter are replaced with a BBR 3 inch stainless steel downpipe including a sports catalyst.

In conjunction with the BBR Phase 2’s mechanical modifications a custom mapped BBR Star Chip is installed to extract the maximum safe power from the original Mazda MPS turbo charger.

The end results are 320PS (235 kW) at 6200RPM and 500Nm (370 lb-ft) at 3800RPM.

Priced at £1645, with a fitting charge of £395, customers should allow six to eight hours for installation. A 3 inch diameter cat back stainless steel exhaust system is available for a further £495.

BBR also offers Mazda 3 MPS Performance Spring set for £165. You can also order a full Specification Koni adjustable dampers for £795.

BBR Mazda 3 MPS Phase 2

BBR’s Phase Two Conversion includes:

A BBR spec High flow fuel pump – the standard Mazda 2.3 DSI high pressure fuel pump is removed, disassembled and cleaned, the standard unit is reassembled with the addition of BBR’s high flow internals and unit reinstalled – retaining the standard visual appearance but with much higher performance.

A BBR High Flow inlet hose set – a complete set of high flow replacement hoses are included, removing Mazda’s inherent flow restrictions and allowing greater flow to the turbocharger.

A BBR high flow exhaust downpipe with sports cat – a complete downpipe section including sports catalyst, produced from highest quality aircraft grade stainless steel ensuring a perfect fit and consistent high flow.

A high flow filter – BBR specifies a ‘drop in’ performance air filter, which improves inlet airflow, increases throttle response and comes with a million mile warranty.

BBR MPS Phase Two Power 318 bhp @ 6580 RPM
BBR MPS Phase Two Torque 370 ft/lbs @ 3900-4300 RPM

Source: BBR

November 2, 2011