Overview

APR's ECU Upgrades are the best dollar-per-horsepower modification one can make to improve engine performance. The upgrades dramatically increase horsepower and torque, making for an exceptionally quicker and more exciting vehicle. This is made possible through APR's optimization of the factory engine management system to take full advantage of the engine's capabilities, without needing any end user adjustment. The ECU Upgrades are available with various features and supported octane levels and each stage is compatible with most typical bolt-on modifications. The software is installed to the vehicle's factory ECU through the OBD-II port, resulting in a clean and headache-free install. Furthermore, for those looking for tuning with a limited powertrain warranty, APR Plus has you covered!

Features

• Horsepower - More horsepower throughout the whole rpm band
• Torque - More torque throughout the whole rpm band
• Warranty - APR Plus is available, providing a factory term limit matching limited powertrain warranty
• Fuel Grades - Multiple octanes from which to choose
• Stages - Multiple performance levels depending on installed hardware
• Flat Torque - Optional torque limited version for a flatter torque profile
• Acceleration - Accelerate faster with more power and reduced throttle lag
• Linear Throttle - Pedal maps adjusted for a more linear feel
• Brake Boosting - Left foot braking or brake boosting added
• Speed Limiter - Go as fast as you want with the speed limiter out of the way
• Standing Limiter - Increased standing limiter for higher revving at idle
• Motorsport Limiter - With the soft limiter removed, you‚Äôll get full power right up to the hard, ‚Äúbap bap bap‚Äù redline fuel cut
• Auto Start/Stop Inversion - Auto Start/Stop defaults to the off position
• Exhaust Crackle - Multiple exhaust crackle profiles including factory, mild, and aggressive all with mode switching and component protection
• Economy - While cruising, or driving normally, your fuel economy may benefit from our optimized calibration
• Flash Counter - Flash counter does not increase with each flash
• Direct Port Programming - Clean and easy install through the OBD II port without removing the ECU
• Free Updates - Get free updates for life
• Guarantee - 30 day money back guarantee

Available Stages

APR Stage 1

The APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade is the first step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 357-381 HP and 349-392 FT-LBS of torque. Optional low torque files are available for use with the Stock TCU on the 6 speed DSG/S Tronic, or stock clutch. Optional torque limited files are available to limit wheel spin on FWD applications. APR Spark Plugs are recommended. APR Stage 1 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, and 100 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, 102 RON, and 104 AKI in the Rest of the W

APR Stage 2

The APR Stage 2 ECU Upgrade is the next step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 372-387 HP and 367-409 FT-LBS of torque. Optional low and medium low torque files are available for use with the Stock TCU on the 6 speed DSG/S Tronic, or stock clutch. Optional torque limited files are available to limit wheel spin on FWD applications. Additionally this stage is available with optional crackle modes. The more aggressive modes increase the length, duration, intensity, and operating modes o

APR Stage 3 DTR6054

The APR Stage 3 ECU Upgrade is the next step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 410-491 HP and 370-425 FT-LBS of torque. Use this tune with the APR DTR6054 turbocharger.

APR Stage 3 Plus EFR7163

The APR Stage 3+ ECU Upgrade is the next step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 470-536 HP and 425-474 FT-LBS of torque. Use this tune with the APR EFR7163 turbocharger and APR MPI/LPFP (NAR) or LPFP/HPFP (ROW) fueling upgrade. APR Stage 3+ is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, 100 AKI, and 104 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, 104 AKI, and 108 AKI in the Rest of the World.