Product Description

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APR is pleased to present the ultimate engine control unit (ECU) upgrade for the 3.0 TFSI!

APR’s ECU Upgrades are the best dollar-per-horsepower modification one can make to the 3.0T engine. 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 software loads to the 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!

APR ECU Upgrade Stages

APR’s ECU Upgrades are available in multiple stages, supporting various octanes both with or without any hardware modifications. Specific software is available for use with APR’s Supercharger Drive and Crank Pulley upgrades, as well as APR’s Ultracharger Throttle Body upgrade, while all stages are fully compatible with an upgraded Intake System, exhaust systems, APR Supercharger Cooling System or other minor bolt on modifications.

APR Plus ECU Upgrade with a Limited Powertrain Warranty

The APR Plus ECU Upgrade is the first step towards making more power, and it includes our limited powertrain warranty. This simple upgrade requies no engine hardware modifications, and produces 447 HP with 379 FT-LBS of torque. Gains as high as 110 HP and 89 FT-LBS of torque are available throughout the power band, making the vehicle exceptionally quicker in all scenarios.

The APR Plus ECU Upgrade matches the performance of our Stage 1 ECU Upgrade (91 octane version). To get even more power, you can add any of our other Stage 1 compatible products and still be covered under the APR Plus warranty! To learn more about APR Plus, please visit the APR Plus website.

If you’re not interested in the APR Plus limited powertrain warranty, and want even more power, check out our other Stages.

APR Stage I ECU Upgrade

The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is the first step towards making more power! This simple upgrade requires no engine hardware modifications, and produces 447-478 HP with 379-399 FT-LBS of torque. Gains as high as 110-137 HP and 89-110 FT-LBS of torque are available throughout the power band, making the vehicle exceptionally quicker in all scenarios. To get more power, the vehicle can be outfitted with an upgraded Intake System, exhaust systems, APR Supercharger Cooling System and other small modifications without requiring any new modification to the ECU.

For the next step in incresed power, APR Stage II ECU Upgrade is available for use with APR’s Supercharger Drive and Crank Pulleyupgrades.

Please note, transmission software is required to achieve power figures past the factory redline.

APR Stage II Single Pulley ECU Upgrade

The APR Stage II Single Pulley ECU Upgrade is the next step towards making more power. This stage is designed for use with only an APR Supercharger Drive Pulley upgrade. This stage is compatible with an upgraded Intake System, exhaust systems, APR Supercharger Cooling System and other small modifications, all without requiring any further modification to the ECU. With APR’s Supercharger Drive Pulley upgrade, the engine produces 467-500 HP with 398-423 FT-LBS of torque. Gains as high as 131-161 HP and 106-130 FT-LBS of torque are available throughout the power band.

An APR Supercharger Cooling System is highly recommended and may be required to meet the advertised power figures. The software was designed for use with NGK Iridium IX BKR9EIX spark plugs. Please note, transmission software is required to achieve power figures past the factory redline.

APR Stage II Dual Pulley ECU Upgrade

The APR Stage II Dual Pulley ECU Upgrade is the next step towards making more torque. This stage was designed for use with theAPR Supercharger Drive Pulley upgrade and APR Supercharger Crank Pulley. This stage is compatible with an upgraded Intake System, exhaust systems, APR Supercharger Cooling System and other small modifications, all without requiring any further modification to the ECU. The dual pulley upgrade produces 435-517 HP and 409-467 FT-LBS of torque. Gains as high as 112-189 HP and 90-153 FT-LBS are available throughout the power band. For those looking for even more power, the APR Stage II+ Ultra ECU Upgrade is avaialble for use with APR’s Ultracharger Throttle Body, unlocking the full potential of the factory supercharger system!

An APR Supercharger Cooling System is highly recommended and may be required to meet the advertised power figures. The software was designed for use with NGK Iridium IX BKR9EIX spark plugs. Please note, transmission software is required to achieve power figures past the factory redline.

APR Stage II+ Ultra ECU Upgrade

Representing the ultimate upgrade for the 3.0 TFSI, APR’s Stage II+ Ultracharger Software is for use with the APR’s Ultracharger Throttle Body and APR’s Supercharger Drive and Crank Pulley upgrades. This stage is compatible with an upgraded APR Intake System, exhaust systems, APR Supercharger Cooling System, and other small modifications, all without requiring any further modification to the ECU.

The system produces an astonishing 473-533 HP with 423-467 FT-LBS of torque. Gains as high as 143-197 HP and 116-159 FT-LBS of torque are available throughout the power band. The software was designed for use with the Ultracharger’s included NGK Iridium IX BKR9EIX spark plugs and an upgraded APR Supercharger Cooling System. IAT’s must be below 75c to achieve the advertised power figures. An Intake System is highly recommended and required to meet the advertised power figures. Finally, at these power levels, APR does not recommend use of the factory catalyst. Please note, transmission software is required to achieve power figures past the factory redline.

NOTICE: THIS MOTORSPORT/RACING PRODUCT IS NOT DESIGNED TO MEET ANY FEDERAL EMISSIONS STANDARDS IN THE USA AND IS NOT FOR STREET OR HIGHWAY USE. THIS PRODUCT IS NOT C.A.R.B. COMPLIANT AND IS NOT FOR SALE OR USE IN CALIFORNIA, USA. APR MAKES NO CLAIMS THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH ANY EMISSION LAWS IN ANY JURISDICTION. IT IS ENTIRELY THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PURCHASER TO INFORM THEMSELVES OF ANY LAWS OR REGULATIONS WHICH MAY PROHIBIT USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

APR Calibration Report

Stage	NAR Fuel	ROW Fuel	Max HP	Max TQ	Max HP Gain Over Stock	Max TQ Gain Over Stock
– APR recommends and tuned with Sunoco GT 260 for 100 AKI mode and Sunoco GT 260 Plus for 104 AKI mode. Never use lower octane than specified by the mode.
– Max increases are based on APR’s actual measured stock values and not those reported by VAG. | RON = ROW Fuel Grades | AKI = North American (RON+MON)/2 Fuel Grades.
– Reported wheel figures measured on APR’s in house Dynapack Dynamometer with a US Spec C7 S7 (CREC), using SAEJ1349 correction and an average of multiple runs. 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. For the best results, APR recommends removing the intake snow screen.
– Please note, transmission software is required to achieve power figures past the factory redline.
Stock (333 PS) As Reported by Audi	91 AKI	95 RON	329 HP	325 FT-LBS
Stock As Measured by APR	93 AKI	98 RON	329 HP	325 FT-LBS
APR Plus	91 AKI	95 RON	447 HP	379 FT-LBS	+110 HP	+89 FT-LBS
APR Stage I	91 AKI	95 RON	447 HP	379 FT-LBS	+110 HP	+89 FT-LBS
APR Stage I	93 AKI	98 RON	458 HP	387 FT-LBS	+121 HP	+98 FT-LBS
APR Stage I	100 AKI	104 RON	473 HP	395 FT-LBS	+133 HP	+108 FT-LBS
APR Stage I	104 AKI	108 RON	478 HP	399 FT-LBS	+137 HP	+110 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Single Pulley	91 AKI	95 RON	467 HP	398 FT-LBS	+131 HP	+106 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Single Pulley	93 AKI	98 RON	477 HP	404 FT-LBS	+140 HP	+113 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Single Pulley	100 AKI	104 RON	489 HP	415 FT-LBS	+152 HP	+122 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Single Pulley	104 AKI	108 RON	500 HP	423 FT-LBS	+161 HP	+130 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Dual Pulley	91 AKI	95 RON	435 HP	409 FT-LBS	+112 HP	+90 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Dual Pulley	93 AKI	98 RON	458 HP	426 FT-LBS	+133 HP	+107 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Dual Pulley	100 AKI	104 RON	503 HP	457 FT-LBS	+177 HP	+143 FT-LBS
APR Stage II Dual Pulley	104 AKI	108 RON	517 HP	467 FT-LBS	+189 HP	+153 FT-LBS
APR Stage II+ Ultracharger	91 AKI	95 RON	473 HP	423 FT-LBS	+143 HP	+116 FT-LBS
APR Stage II+ Ultracharger	93 AKI	98 RON	494 HP	438 FT-LBS	+162 HP	+131 FT-LBS
APR Stage II+ Ultracharger	100 AKI	104 RON	523 HP	459 FT-LBS	+189 HP	+152 FT-LBS
APR Stage II+ Ultracharger	104 AKI	108 RON	533 HP	467 FT-LBS	+197 HP	+159 FT-LBS

APR ECU Upgrade Included Features

APR World Class Calibration Expertise

Tuning 101:

The 3.0T engine uses a Continental Simos 16 ECU for engine management. Basically, it’s a computer that tells the engine how to operate. Tuning software, like the APR ECU Upgrade, tells the engine how to make more power. It does this by running more boost pressure, optimizing the cam shaft positions, adjusting the air/fuel ratio, advancing ignition timing, and more.

A Better Engine Management System:

The 3.0T’s ECU is incredible. Without the driver knowing otherwise, the ECU makes intelligent adjustments to the engine’s operations to keep it running smoothly. Unlike ECUs found in many other makes and models, when properly tuned, the ECU eliminates the need for custom tuning to maximize output, even when weather conditions change dramatically.

How APR Differs from the Competition:

The ECU is powerful, but extremely difficult to master. Without mastery, the ECU must be simplified, removing what makes it so desirable. The result is an incomplete product that often requires end user adjustment to maximize output in limited scenarios. On the contrary, APR’s Engineers spent years mastering the ECU to unlock its full potential. With complete access to the thousands of maps, tables and variables within, as well as a high-level understanding of how it works, APR’s Engineers were able to take advantage of everything the ECU has to offer. Power is maximized in nearly all scenarios, eliminating the need for end user adjustments. High performance operational modes are enabled and calibrated to deliver smooth daily driving, with a snappy and responsive throttle during moments of spirited driving. Lastly advanced high-output protection routines are enabled, allowing the ECU to make constant adjustments to airflow and fuel to cool and protect the engine, all without the driver knowing otherwise.

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.

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.

Motorsport Rev Limiter:
APR’s Motorsport Rev Limiter allows the engine to reach max RPM without the ECU slowing down acceleration nearly 150 RPM earlier. The result is more power to redline and a definable redline feeling as seen on Audi Quattro GMBH vehicles such as the RS4, RS5 and R8.

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.

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.

APR Direct Port 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!