APR 2.0 TSI/TFSI Gen3 ECU Upgrade for the MQB Platform
APR is pleased to present the ultimate engine control unit (ECU) upgrade for the 2.0T EA888 Gen 3 engine. APR’s ECU upgrade is available in octane-specific variations and is conveniently flashed to the vehicle’s factory ECU through the OBD-II port without any physical modification to the factory ECU.
The ECU’s Simos 12 and 18 engine management system is responsible for proper operation of the engine during constantly changing environmental and load conditions. With built in compensational data for environmental variables and varying load conditions, the factory ECU is far more complex and intelligent than units found in other vehicle makes and marques.
APR's Calibration Engineers spent months calibrating the engine management system, including many hours of chassis dyno development. With a thorough understanding of the ECU’s torque structure, APR’s Calibration Engineers properly increased engine load to produce more power and torque across the entire power band. APR’s ECU Upgrade increases boost pressure, optimizes ignition timing, cam timing, valve lift, lambda and more to produce higher output!
APR’s ECU Upgrades provides an excellent leap in horsepower and torque while retaining OEM knock control sensitivity and other built in safety features. This results in an exciting and powerful upgrade, optimized for various fuel grades found around the world
APR Stage I ECU Upgrade
APR’s ECU upgrades are one of the best horsepower-per-dollar modifications for the new 2.0T engine. The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is designed to work without requiring other changes to the vehicle’s hardware. With the ECU Upgrade alone, APR’s Calibration Experts measured higher peak figures of 381 ft-lbs of torque and 316 horsepower with 98 RON octane fuel. Large gains were seen throughout the power band, including an additional 114 ft-lbs of torque and 87 horsepower. Even higher figures were achieved using race fuel. For those looking for a more modest bump in horsepower and torque, lower output software is available. In both cases the increase in horsepower and torque directly translates to an exceptionally quicker vehicle. Using advanced GPS measuring devices and the local IHRA certified drag strip, APR’s engineers conducted several acceleration tests. During the quarter mile sprint, the APR Stage I equipped vehicle crossed the finish line 1.094 seconds quicker, with an exit speed 13.3 MPH faster!
Acceleration Enhancements:
Beyond horsepower and torque enhancements, APR’s Calibration Engineers were able to increase the acceleration rate of the vehicle through other calibrations changes. Ignition delay is reduced resulting in a more responsive pedal without altering overall throttle sensitivity. Furthermore, throttle lag commonly noticed at slow speeds and while reapplying throttle has been reduced.
Increased Fuel Economy:
APR’s Calibration Engineers paid close attention to several parameters directly related to fuel economy, especially while cruising at highway speeds. Depending on driving style and fuel quality, better miles per gallon may be achieved.
Speed Limiter:
APR’s ECU upgrade increases the vehicle's top speed limiter for blistering sprints around the track or across the Autobahn without the speed limiter shutting down the fun.
Left Foot Braking:
APR's Left Foot Braking feature allows more control over the vehicle’s throttle. The factory equipped vehicle's throttle input is disabled while pressing the accelerator and brake at the same time. Left Foot Braking, a common motorsport driving technique, allows the driver complete control over the vehicle’s throttle and braking system, which may give the vehicle the edge it needs at the track.
Torque Management:
Torque management can play a big role in how the vehicle feels and performs, especially during moments of low gear, rapid acceleration. Typically front wheel drive vehicles can suffer from excessive wheel spin during these moments due to the massive amount of torque on tap from the ECU upgrade. APR’s ECU Upgrade uses advanced torque management routines to help minimize wheel spin and maximize forward acceleration so the driver can focus on enjoying the additional torque and power on tap.
- Stg 1 Low 95 CHP
- Stg 1 Low 98 CHP
- Stg 1 Low 104 CHP
- Stg 1 95 CHP
- Stg 1 98 CHP
- Stg 1 104 CHP
- Stg 1 Low 95 WHP
- Stg 1 Low 98 WHP
- Stg 1 Low 104 WHP
- Stg 1 95 WHP
- Stg 1 98 WHP
- Stg 1 104 WHP
- Stg 1 Low 95 Gain
- Stg 1 Low 98 Gain
- Stg 1 Low 104 Gain
- Stg 1 95 Gain
- Stg 1 98 Gain
- Stg 1 104 Gain
| Stage | Fuel | Max HP | Max TQ | Max HP Gain Over Stock | Max TQ Gain Over Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - Max increases are based on APR's actual measured stock values and not those reported by VAG. | ||||||
| - Reported wheel figures measured on APR's in house Dynapack Dynamometer with a US Spec 2014 MK7 GTI DSG, using SAEJ1349 correction and an average of multiple runs. IS38 Included a factory IS38 turbocharger, APR Cast Downpipe, APR Intake System and APR Intercooler. Crank figures are estimated based on the measured wheel figures. Results may vary depending upon environmental conditions, vehicle, transmission, vehicle health, operating conditions, temperatures, fuel grade, dyno type, dyno setup, other variables and other modifications. | ||||||
| Stock As Reported by Audi | 95 RON | 210-230 HP | 258 FT-LBS | |||
| Stock As Measured by APR | 98 RON | 235 HP | 270 FT-LBS | |||
| APR Stage I | 95 RON | 305 HP | 371 FT-LBS | +78 HP @ 3,950 RPM | +105 TQ @ 3,700 RPM | |
| APR Stage I | 98 RON | 316 HP | 381 FT-LBS | +87 HP @ 4,050 RPM | +114 TQ @ 3,800 RPM | |
| APR Stage I | 104 RON | 328 HP | 382 FT-LBS | +97 HP @ 4,150 RPM | +125 TQ @ 3,900 RPM | |
| APR IS38 Turbo - OEM Downpipe | 95 RON | 345 HP | 359 FT-LBS | +114 HP @ 6,200 RPM | +105 FT-LBS @ 4,150 RPM | |
| APR IS38 Turbo - OEM Downpipe | 98 RON | 363 HP | 376 FT-LBS | +131 HP @ 6,000 RPM | +123 FT-LBS @ 4,100 RPM | |
| APR IS38 Turbo - OEM Downpipe | 104 RON | 373 HP | 390 FT-LBS | +140 HP @ 5,800 RPM | +135 FT-LBS @ 4,200 RPM | |
| APR IS38 Turbo - APR Downpipe | 95 RON | 382 HP | 370 FT-LBS | +140 HP @ 6,100 RPM | +129 FT-LBS @ 6,200 RPM | |
| APR IS38 Turbo - APR Downpipe | 98 RON | 386 HP | 403 FT-LBS | +153 HP @ 5,600 RPM | +148 FT-LBS @ 4,100 RPM | |
Race Fuel Information: Higher octane fuel typically allows APR’s engineers to create more power and torque by achieving greater ignition advance. However, on this application, APR’s engineers were able to achieve MBT, or minimum spark timing for best torque, on 93 AKI (98RON) fuel with the IS38 turbocharger and APR downpipe. MBT is essentially the point where greater ignition advance no longer results in more power and torque. By using APR’s upcoming Ethanol Flex Fueling upgrades and Ethanol fuel, greater peak power was achieved due to the fuel’s highly oxygenated nature.
Acceleration Testing
| Program Mode | 0-60 MPH | 0-62 MPH | 0-100 KPH | 0-100 MPH | 60-120 MPH | 62-124 MPH | 100-200 KPH | 60-130 MPH | 30-130 MPH | 1/4th ET | 1/4th Trap MPH | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - Data collected at the same location with a US Spec 2014 MK7 GTI DSG via a Racelogic P-Box with ESP/ASR disabled. May not be comparable to data collected in other locations. | ||||||||||||
| Stock 93 AKI (98RON) |
6.932 | 7.242 | 7.266 | 14.983 | 15.872 | 18.968 | Speed Limited | Speed Limited | Speed Limited | 14.283 | 97.10 | |
| APR Stage I 93 AKI (98RON) |
5.656 | 5.868 | 5.883 | 11.385 | 10.094 | 11.066 | 11.124 | 13.343 | 16.181 | 13.189 | 110.40 | |
The APR Development Difference
APR DirectPort Programming:
APR’s DirectPort Programming is now available! Any APR Dealer in the world, connected to the Internet, has direct access to APR’s latest ECU upgrades for loading directly over the vehicle's OBD-II port. This completely eliminates the need to remove and open the ECU for currently available files and can be uninstalled at any time!
APR ECU Explorer:
APR’s proprietary ECU Explorer gives APR’s Calibration Engineers unparalleled access to the vehicle’s entire engine management system. Typical commercially available data logging tools, used by most tuners, only allow logging up to 12 engine-operating variables at extremely low data rates. These tools are also limited to a small, specific list of variables. APR’s ECU Explorer is capable of logging every variable found within the ECU with far more variables logged at once, at very high data rates.
APR ECU Composer:
APR’s proprietary ECU Composer is used for altering the engine management system. With full access to every table, map and variable within the ECU, APR’s Calibration Engineers are not limited to a handful of maps as is common for most tuning companies.
APR ECU Assembly:
APR’s Electrical Engineers have the ability to alter the code structure of the ECU. Through code levels changes, APR's Engineers are able to add features to the ECU. Other changes allow higher torque limits than those achievable through only modifying calibration data or using piggyback devices as is the case for many tuners. This allows APR's engineers to often not require transmission software to meet or exceed advertised gains. On the highly modified end, this often allows APR to make turbo upgrades operate without the need for external manual controllers.
| Vehicle | Market | Engine | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A3 (MKIII / Typ 8V) | All | 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen 3 | All |
| Audi TT (MKIII / Typ 8S) | All | 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen 3 | All |
| Skoda Octavia / VRS (MKIII) | All | 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen 3 | All |
| Volkswagen Golf GTI (MK7 / A7 / Typ 5G) | All | 2.0 TFSI EA888 Gen 3 | All |
| Stage | Minimum Requirements | Price Exc. VAT | Price Inc. VAT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IMPORTANT PRICING AND AVAILABILITY DETAILS: | ||||
| - Optional Program Switching: A fully loaded ECU includes up to 4 program modes (stock mode, octane specific performance mode, valet, etc), as well as fault code erase, security lockout and anti-theft depending on availability and ECU compatibility. | ||||
| - Availability and ECU Compatibility: Stages, programs, and features may not be available for all ECUs. | ||||
| - ECU Revision Notice: Multiple ECU revisions exist for each platform. APR software may be temporarily unavailable when factory updates are applied. An APR dealer can check availability in person, or over the phone if the ECU boxcode/revision is known. | ||||
| APR Stage I ECU Upgrade | Factory Exhaust Downpipe | £551.94 | £662.33 | |
| - Add Optional APR EMCS Program Switching (Fully Loaded) | - | Contact a dealer | ||
| APR IS38 Turbo ECU Upgrade - Existing APR ECU Upgrade Customer | OEM IHI IS38 Turbocharger (More Info on Product Page) | £241.67 | £290.00 | |
| APR IS38 Turbo ECU Upgrade - New Customer | OEM IHI IS38 Turbocharger (More Info on Product Page) | £725.00 | £870.00 | |
Turbocharger Loyalty Program
We’re pleased to announce the turbocharger upgrade path just got a little easier little for our loyal APR customers. If you’ve purchased an APR ECU Upgrade and want to upgrade to one of our turbocharger systems, you can take advantage of fantastic savings! It’s our way of saying “thank you” for enjoying our ECU Upgrades before stepping up to the big leagues! To see the savings, head on over to our product pages and take a look at the new pricing tiers.
How to purchase
Please use the APR Dealer Locater Tool to locate an APR Dealer, confirm availability and schedule an appointment.
Please note vehicle manufacturers issue many ECU part numbers and revisions throughout their vehicle lineup. As such, some ECUs may be temporarily unavailable as new parts and/or revisions are released. If the vehicle’s ECU part number and revision is known, availability can be checked at any APR Dealer.
Security, Warranty and Money Back Guarantee
30 Day Money Back Guarantee:
All APR ECU Upgrades include a 30-day money back guarantee with no questions asked. If for any reason the owners is dissatisfied with the APR ECU Upgrade, they may return to the place of purchase for a full refund, provided they are within the 30 day period from the time of the initial purchase. Labor or shipping charges are not included in the guarantee and are at the discretion of the place of install.
Limited Lifetime Warranty:
All APR ECU Upgrades include a limited lifetime warranty against defects in the software, and to provide free updates and reflashes as they become available. Labor or shipping charges are not included in the warranty and are at the discretion of the place of install.
