February 11, 2026
The European vehicle fleet is ageing at a rapid pace. According to industry data, the average age of passenger cars in Europe now exceeds 12 years, with a steadily growing share of vehicles that are 15 years old or more. As vehicles move into this later stage of their lifecycle, repair decisions change significantly. Owners are far more price-sensitive, yet they still expect repairs to be safe, reliable, and durable enough to keep their vehicle on the road.
One of the most common major repairs on high-mileage vehicles remains turbocharger replacement. Turbochargers operate under extreme thermal and mechanical loads, and after many years and hundreds of thousands of kilometers, wear is unavoidable. For independent workshops, this creates a clear challenge: how to offer a turbocharger replacement that balances cost, reliability, and OE-level confidence.
Garrett Original MAXLIFE was developed specifically to answer this need. Positioned within Garrett’s aftermarket portfolio, MAXLIFE provides a cost-conscious yet technically sound turbocharger solution for older and high-mileage vehicles, making it highly relevant for the independent aftermarket and MasterTurbo customers
As vehicles age, repair priorities shift. While new vehicles and vehicles until 10 years old are often repaired with little consideration for cost, owners of older cars focus on extending vehicle life with minimal investment. However, certain components, such as turbochargers, cannot be compromised without risking engine damage, reduced fuel efficiency, or emissions issues.
Turbochargers remain critical for:
Using a low-quality or poorly remanufactured turbocharger may reduce upfront cost, but it significantly increases the risk of premature failure, secondary engine damage, and dissatisfied customers.
Garrett has structured its aftermarket portfolio around the different stages of a vehicle’s lifecycle, ensuring that each repair scenario has a clearly defined solution.
Brand-new turbochargers built to full OE specifications, intended for newer vehicles where maintaining original performance and value is critical.
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Remanufactured turbochargers restored to original performance standards, typically used for mid-age vehicles where cost and quality must be balanced.
Explore the Garrett REMAN range
A value-focused solution for older vehicles (15+ years), designed to keep vehicles on the road safely and reliably while respecting tighter repair budgets.
Importantly, all three tiers follow Garrett’s OE manufacturing and quality standards. MAXLIFE does not represent a compromise on safety or engineering principles; instead, it is a targeted offering for a specific vehicle lifecycle stage, addressing a segment that has historically been underserved by OE-backed solutions
Garrett Original MAXLIFE focuses on high-installed-base European applications that are commonly seen in the independent aftermarket. These vehicles represent the core of the 15+ year segment and are still widely used for daily transport.
We made an overview of all the different MAXLIFE turbo’s including their product numbers, applications and more. You can find popular applications like Citroën, Volkswagen, Audi and more!
For independent workshops, garages and distributors, Garrett Original MAXLIFE delivers several clear advantages:
In addition, MAXLIFE supports sustainability goals through responsible remanufacturing and extended vehicle life. By reusing suitable components and maintaining OE processes, Garrett reduces material waste while ensuring dependable operation.
Garrett Original MAXLIFE fills a critical gap in the aftermarket by delivering OE-quality turbocharger solutions specifically developed for older and high-mileage vehicles. For independent workshops facing increasingly price-sensitive repairs, MAXLIFE offers the ideal balance between cost control, reliability, and Garrett’s uncompromising engineering standards.
As a specialist supplier of Garrett turbocharger solutions, MasterTurbo supports the independent aftermarket with technical expertise, product availability, and application guidance. Whether you are selecting the right MAXLIFE turbocharger or advising customers on the most suitable repair solution, our specialists are ready to help. Contact our specialists for any questions or start browsing our range by clicking the button below.
