Don't expect a Cosworth CS400-style conversion from the BRZ/GT86 Power Packages. Instead the packs are a range of modular tweaks, incrementally adding power through a range of motorsport inspired upgrades.

Standard sound a bit dull? Voila!

According to Cosworth, they represent a new approach for the company with its aftermarket strategy now focusing on complete packages rather than individual parts. The aim is to guarantee reliability, improve performance and support a business aim of becoming an 'approved upgrade partner' for global OEMs. Cosworth as the next Mountune perhaps?

So then, Stage 1 for the BRZ/GT86. It's rather complex with 'up to 230bhp (233hp)' available, so read closely. There's a free flow exhaust developed with Nameless Performance, a 'Power by Cosworth' remap plus a 'performance filtration solution and low temp thermostat'. That takes you to 223hp (220bhp), with the optional combined overpipe front pipe taking that to 228hp (225bhp). A new manifold header is available as well, reducing underbonnet temperatures plus taking power to 233hp (230bhp). Not drastic admittedly, but Cosworth is keen to point out that 330hp (325bhp) and even a 380hp 'race track configuration' are in development.

Rendering a little different to reality right now

It's claimed also that the power packages will be cost-effective, the modular aspect of the upgrades mitigating some of the overall outlay by allowing the work stage by stage. Each successive stage uses the components from the previous one too. There aren't any prices available just yet though.