APR ECU UPGRADE - 2.5T EA855 (PQ35 RS3/TTRS)

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SKU:
ECU-25T-EA855-PQ35
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.

Features:

  • Horsepower - More horsepower throughout the whole rpm band
  • Torque - More torque throughout the whole rpm band
  • Program Switching - Change programs and access features with your cruise control stalk
  • APR Mobile - Change programs and access features with your smart device
  • Valet Mode – Neuters the vehicle, giving the driver minimal output
  • Anti-Theft – Password protects driving the vehicle
  • Security Lockout – Password protects program switching
  • Fault Code Erase – Resets ECU fault codes and adaption on the fly
  • Fuel Grades - Multiple octanes from which to choose
  • Acceleration - Accelerate faster with more power and reduced throttle lag
  • Brake Boosting - Left foot braking or brake boosting added
  • Rev Limiter - Increased redline for higher revving
  • Motorsport Limiter - With the soft limiter removed, you’ll get full power right up to the hard, “bap bap bap” redline fuel cut
  • Speed Limiter - Go as fast as you want with the speed limiter out of the way
  • Economy - While cruising, or driving normally, your fuel economy may benefit from our optimized calibration
  • APR CCD Programming - The first flash is through the ECU board with the APR CCD
  • Free Updates - Get free updates for life
  • Guarantee - 30 day money back guarantee
SPECS
Brand APR
Engine Aspiration Turbocharged
Engine Configuration I5
Engine Displacement 2.5L
Engine Family EA855 GDI
Engine Orientation Transverse
Fuel Type Gasoline
Market NAR
  ROW
Product Type ECU Upgrade
Part Number ECU-25T-EA855-PQ35
 
Only use fuel equal to or higher than specified. Never use a lower octane fuel. Always follow our fuel guide, especially with race fuel and Ethanol, where available. Dynos are for reference only. Results will vary. Contributing factors include the vehicle condition, vehicle setup, dyno type, dyno setup, environmental factors, fuel quality, and more. When describing fuels, the North American Region (NAR) uses the Anti-Knock Index (AKI), (RON+MON)/2, or (R+M)/2. The Rest of the World (ROW) uses RON. RON is Research Octane Number and MON is Motor Octane Number.
APPLICATIONS

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APR ECU UPGRADE STAGES

APR’s ECU Upgrades are available in multiple octanes levels. Each stage is fully compatible with an upgraded intake, catback exhaust, or other minor bolt on modifications.

The APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade is the first step towards making more power! This simple upgrade requires no engine hardware modifications and produces 409-442 HP with 438-482 FT-LBS of torque. To get more power, the vehicle can be outfitted with an upgraded intake, intercooler, catback exhaust, and various other bolt-on modifications all without requiring any new modifications to the ECU.

 

APR Stage 1 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, and 100 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, and 104 AKI in the Rest of the World.

 

APR CALIBRATION REPORT

STAGE HP TQ MAX GAIN MAX GAIN
Stock As Reported by VAG  338-360 PS  332-343 FT-LBS    
Stock As Measured by APR 374 HP  361 FT-LBS    
STAGE 1        
91 AKI / 95 RON 409 HP 438 FT-LBS +72 HP +89 FT-LBS
93 AKI / 98 RON 410 HP 447 FT-LBS +76 HP +95 FT-LBS
100 AKI / 104 RON 442 HP 482 FT-LBS +109 HP +132 FT-LBS
STAGE 2        
91 AKI / 95 RON 419 HP 441 FT-LBS +80 HP +91 FT-LBS
93 AKI / 98 RON 431 HP 476 FT-LBS +96 HP +123 FT-LBS
100 AKI / 104 RON 453 HP 485 FT-LBS +112 HP +135 FT-LBS
Only use fuel equal to or higher than specified. Never use a lower octane fuel. Always follow our fuel guide, especially with race fuel and Ethanol, where available. Dynos are for reference only. Results will vary. Contributing factors include the vehicle condition, vehicle setup, dyno type, dyno setup, environmental factors, fuel quality, and more. When describing fuels, the North American Region (NAR) uses the Anti-Knock Index (AKI), (RON+MON)/2, or (R+M)/2. The Rest of the World (ROW) uses RON. RON is Research Octane Number and MON is Motor Octane Number.

Program switching allows you to access additional program modes and features from your cruise control stalk or your smart device with APR Mobile. Depending on the ECU, available memory, and selected options, up to four program modes and all features, can be installed.

 

  • Stock Mode - Go back to the stock power levels.
  • Performance Modes - Switch between octanes and program modes.
  • Valet Mode - Neuters the vehicle, giving the driver minimal output.
  • Security Lockout - Password protects program switching.
  • Anti-Theft - Password protects driving the vehicle.
  • Fault Code Erase - Resets ECU fault codes and adaptation.
 
 

PURCHASING, GUARANTEE, AND UPDATES

How to Purchase - APR Software Upgrades are only available through Authorized APR Dealers. The dealer will connect to your vehicle, and install the update.¹

 

Money-Back Guarantee - Try our Software Upgrades for up to 30 days, risk free! If you are not satisfied, return to an APR Dealer to have it removed and refunded.²

 

Free Updates - If we make an update, add a standard feature, or if the manufacturer issues an update, you are entitled to a free update.³

 

1. APR Software may not be available for all vehicles. Stages, programs, and features may not be available for all ECUs.
2. Excludes some Software Upgrades, such as those included with a hardware purchase. Labor charges are at the discretion of the installer.
3. Subject to availability. Labor charges are at the discretion of the installer. Applicable to the original purchaser. Second hand owners may inquire with an APR Dealer about a software license transfer fee.