# Mercedes V6 hybrid Formula One power unit

The Mercedes V6 hybrid Formula One power unit is a series of 1.6-litre, hybrid turbocharged V6 racing engines which features both a kinetic energy recovery system (MGU-K) and a heat energy recovery system (MGU-H), developed and produced by Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains for use in Formula One. The engines were in use since the 2014 season by the Mercedes works team. Over years of development, engine power was increased from 630 kW (840 hp) at 15,000 rpm, to 770 kW (1,030 hp) at 15,000 rpm. Customer team engines were used by Williams, McLaren, Lotus, Manor Racing, Force India, Racing Point Force India, Racing Point and Aston Martin. Their most recent championship victories are in 2020 (Drivers') and 2024 (Constructors').
Enduring a successful run since the 2014 season, the Mercedes V6 Hybrid engine has become one of the most successful Formula One engines of all time. It broke the record for most wins in a season in 2016 (this record has since been surpassed by Honda with Red Bull Racing in 2023), as well as among many other major constructor and driver F1 records. Notably, Lewis Hamilton won a record breaking six drivers' championships and the Mercedes factory team won a record-breaking eight consecutive constructors' championships powered by Mercedes V6 hybrid engines.

## List of Formula One engines

Specifications of the Mercedes V6 hybrid F1 power units :
| Season | Name | Format | Peak power @ rpm Including hybrid system where applicable | Notes |
| 2014 | Mercedes-Benz PU106A | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 630 kW (840 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2015 | Mercedes-Benz PU106B | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 649 kW (870 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | Adapted for use in the Mercedes-AMG One |
| 2016 | Mercedes-Benz PU106C | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 670 kW (900 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2017 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M08 EQ Power+ | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 708 kW (949 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2018 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M09 EQ Power+ | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 720 kW (970 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2019 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M10 EQ Power+ | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 720 kW (970 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | Badged as "BWT Mercedes" for Racing Point |
| 2020 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M11 EQ Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 740 kW (990 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | Badged as "BWT Mercedes" for Racing Point |
| 2021 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M12 E Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 770 kW (1,030 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2022 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M13 E Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | 770 kW (1,030 hp) @ 15,000 rpm | |
| 2023 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M14 E Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | | |
| 2024 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M15 E Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | | |
| 2025 | Mercedes-AMG F1 M16 E Performance | 1.600 L 90° V6 turbo hybrid | | |

## Statistics

The Formula One regulations in 2014 saw Mercedes produce a unique hybrid 1.6-liter turbocharged V6 engine, that could produce a significant amount of power with less fuel consumption compared to Ferrari and Renault engines. It also featured the kinetic energy recovery system (MGU-K) and heat energy recovery system (MGU-H). The engine was soon proved to have a clear advantage over other engines, as cars powered by the Mercedes engine scored the majority of points during the 2014 season. Since the introduction of this engine formula, Mercedes-powered cars scored pole position in 134 and won 125 of 229 races (as of the 2025 Australian Grand Prix), and won 7 drivers' championships and 9 constructors' championships.
Season statistics for Mercedes engines
| Season | Constructors | Races | Wins | Pole positions | 1–2 finishes | Podiums | Fastest laps | WCC |
| 2014 | Mercedes, Force India, McLaren, Williams | 19 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 41 | 17 | 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th |
| 2015 | Mercedes, Force India, Lotus, Williams | 19 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 38 | 13 | 1st, 3rd, 5th, 6th |
| 2016 | Mercedes, Force India, MRT, Williams | 21 | 19 | 20 | 8 | 35 | 10 | 1st, 4th, 5th, 11th |
| 2017 | Mercedes, Force India, Williams | 20 | 12 | 15 | 4 | 27 | 10 | 1st, 4th, 5th |
| 2018 | Mercedes, Force India, Williams | 21 | 11 | 13 | 4 | 26 | 10 | 1st, 7th, 10th |
| 2019 | Mercedes, Racing Point, Williams | 21 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 32 | 9 | 1st, 7th, 10th |
| 2020 | Mercedes, Racing Point, Williams | 17 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 29 | 9 | 1st, 4th, 10th |
| 2021 | Mercedes, Aston Martin, McLaren, Williams | 22 | 10 | 10 | 1 | 35 | 12 | 1st, 4th, 7th, 8th |
| 2022 | Mercedes, Aston Martin, McLaren, Williams | 22 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 18 | 8 | 3rd, 5th, 7th, 10th |
| 2023 | Mercedes, Aston Martin, McLaren, Williams | 22 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 24 | 8 | 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th |
| 2024 | Mercedes, Aston Martin, McLaren, Williams | 24 | 10 | 12 | 4 | 30 | 12 | 1st, 4th, 5th, 9th |
| 2025* | Mercedes, Aston Martin, McLaren, Williams | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th |
* Season still in progress.

## Other applications
### Mercedes-AMG One

The Mercedes-AMG One production hypercar features a powertrain similar to modern Formula One cars. The production version of the car features a modified version of the 1.6 L (98 cu in) Mercedes-Benz PU106B Hybrid E-turbo V6 engine, used in the Mercedes F1 W06 Hybrid Formula One car. Modifications were done to the engine, resulting in a reduction in idle rpm and redline rpm among many other changes to make it road-legal. The modified internal combustion engine (ICE) produces a maximum power output of 422 kW (574 PS; 566 hp). Torque figures were unmeasurable due to the complex powertrain.
The internal combustion engine works in conjunction with four electric motors; a 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp) MGU-K coupled to the crankshaft, a 90 kW (122 PS; 121 hp) MGU-H coupled to the turbocharger, and two electric motors in the front axle producing 240 kW (326 PS; 322 hp). The One has a total combined power output of 782 kW (1,063 PS; 1,049 hp). The MGU-K and MGU-H are similar as in use in Formula One cars, which were responsible for recovering energy and improving efficiency during the operation of the car. More specifically, the MGU-K serves to generate electricity during braking, while the MGU-H serves to eliminate turbo lag and improve throttle response by keeping the turbine spinning at lower engine high speeds. Two electric motors drive the front wheels and creates an all-wheel drive drivetrain, the sum of these four electric motors contribute 360 kW (489 PS; 483 hp) of effective power to the total power output figure of the AMG One.
The head of Mercedes-AMG, Tobias Moers, claimed that the engine idles at 1,280 rpm and 11,000 rpm at its redline limit. However, the engine will only last for 50,000 km (31,000 mi) and the owners would have to return their cars for an engine refurbishment costing 850,000 euros. This Formula One inspired powertrain helps the car attain a top speed of 352 km/h (219 mph). According to Mercedes-AMG, the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.9 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h (120 mph) in 7.0 seconds and 0 to 300 km/h (190 mph) in 15.6 seconds.