Engineered With CP-Carrillo. Proven by VAC Motorsports.
Developed through a close technical partnership between VAC Motorsports and CP-Carrillo, these forged pistons for the BMW S68 engine represent the highest standard in piston design, strength, and dimensional accuracy. Built to meet VAC's most demanding specifications, these pistons are trusted worldwide in some of the most powerful race and high-performance street engines on the planet.
Every detail--from forging selection to skirt profile and ring placement--is optimized specifically for the BMW S68 platform, ensuring flawless compatibility, durability, and performance under extreme cylinder pressures.
Key Engineering Features & Benefits
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Premium CP-Carrillo Forgings
Manufactured from the highest-quality aluminum forgings available for uncompromising strength, thermal stability, and long-term reliability in high-boost applications.
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Industry-Leading Tolerances
Machined to the most precise tolerances in the industry for consistent bore sealing, oil control, and repeatable performance.
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BMW S68-Specific Design
While many pistons may appear similar, CP-Carrillo and VAC engineer each piston specifically for the BMW S68 architecture--ensuring proper compatibility with factory block geometry, combustion characteristics, and modern turbocharged demands.
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Performance Camshaft & Valve Clearance
Designed with additional clearance for popular high-lift camshaft profiles and oversized valves commonly used in performance and motorsport builds.
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Matched & Balanced Sets
Supplied as precision-matched and weight-balanced sets of 8, reducing vibration and improving high-RPM engine smoothness.
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Complete Installation Package
Each set includes ultra-high-quality piston rings, lightweight wrist pins, and locks, ready for professional engine assembly.
Compression Ratio Options
Compression ratio must be specified at the time of ordering.
Custom compression ratios, coatings, and configurations are available upon request to suit boost level, fuel type, and power goals.
Designed for High-Output S68 Builds
CP-Carrillo forged pistons are ideal for:
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High-boost street builds
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Track and endurance racing applications
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Full forged bottom-end S68 engine builds
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Turbo upgrades and aggressive tuning strategies
These pistons provide the strength margin required when factory components are no longer sufficient.
Vehicle Fitment - BMW S68 Engine Applications
Compatible with all vehicles equipped with the BMW S68 4.4L Twin-Turbo V8, including:
BMW Models
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2023-Present BMW M5 (G90)
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2025-Present BMW M5 Touring (G99)
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2023-Present BMW X5 M60i (G05 LCI)
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2023-Present BMW X6 M60i (G06 LCI)
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2023-Present BMW X7 M60i (G07 LCI)
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2023-Present BMW 760i xDrive (G70)
Performance & Special Variants
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2024-Present BMW X5 M Competition (F95 LCI)
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2024-Present BMW X6 M Competition (F96 LCI)
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2023-Present BMW Alpina XB7 (G07)
Cross-Platform S68 Applications
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2024-Present Range Rover (L460) V8
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2024-Present Range Rover Sport (L461 / SV)
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2024-Present Land Rover Defender OCTA
Note: These pistons are engineered exclusively for the BMW S68 engine and are not compatible with S63 platforms.
The VAC × CP-Carrillo Standard
When the goal is maximum power without compromise, CP-Carrillo Forged Pistons for BMW S68 deliver proven strength, precision engineering, and confidence at the limit.
Built for power. Designed for precision. Trusted worldwide.
Important Technical notes:
- Alusil - Direct factory replacements. No Iron Sleeves required.
- Sleeved - requires a set of Iron sleeves
*** Rings must be file fit ***