IE Performance Tune For VW MK7 Golf R / 8V Audi S3 2.0T

Inject some adrenaline and excitement into your right foot by adding serious power to your 2015-2021 VW Golf R or Audi S3. In only minutes from your own phone, you can unleash your engine's performance Get ready to blow away the competition and transform your peppy 2.0T into a powerhouse monster!

MK7 IS38 STAGE 1
IE Stage 1 ECU calibration dramatically increases performance leaving no hidden power on the table, and safely maxes out the factory turbocharger's horsepower & torque capability. Engineered to operate on entirely stock hardware and compatible with basic bolt-ons (intake, turbo inlet, intercooler).

MK7 IS38 STAGE 2
IE Stage 2 software is for full bolt-on stock turbo builds running an aftermarket racing downpipe and catalyst. IE calibrators use advanced tuning strategies to extract additional power and account for the increased flow from an upgraded downpipe and performance hardware. The required hardware upgrades for stage 2 will increase airflow, exhaust flow, lower intake air temps, provide faster IAT recovery, and produce an overall more efficient and faster vehicle on the stock turbocharger.

HIGH/LOW TORQUE FILES
IE High Torque ECU calibrations maximize power gains throughout the entire powerband which quickly exceeds the torque limitations of the factory DSG calibration (auto trans) or the stock clutch (manual trans) that leads to clutch slipping. Stage 1 and Stage 2 files include optional Low Torque files for vehicles with stock DSG tune or stock clutch. Both high and low torque files are included and can be switched between as often as you like.

High Torque files require the additional purchase of a DSG transmission tune or clutch upgrade.

TRUEFLEX ETHANOL
E85 fuel unlocks the most performance potential from our ECU tunes for your Golf R or S3 Gen 3 engine. Ethanol contains tons of oxygen, burns cooler, and has a high resistance to knock. This provides more horsepower and torque than running conventional gasoline and is more readily available (in most states) and less expensive than race gas. IE TrueFlex tunes take this a step further and allow for 91 octane all the way up to full E85 or anything in between on one tune without the need to reflash! TrueFlex is an included option with all stages.

INCREASED RPM
To take advantage of the new larger power band, factory rev limits have been raised to 7000RPM in all stages. On DSG equipped cars, the transmission will shift slightly before the new engine RPM (6900RPM).

DSG Tune is required to unlock higher RPM.

BRAKE BOOST
Brake Boosting provides a competitive edge in a roll racing scenario. While maintaining a constant speed and throttle position, apply brake pressure with the left foot to build boost at speed resulting in a rolling launch when brake pressure is released.

EXHAUST CRACKLE
Enabling the Exhaust Crackle feature will add a motorsport-inspired crackle sound to your exhaust note when you free-rev the engine or decelerate. This feature can be flashed on or off at will with your IE POWERlink.

For the most aggressive pops and bangs an aftermarket catback system is recommended.

STAGE 3 GT2260S
IE Stage 3 GT2260S offers an easy upgrade to the bolt-on turbo with power levels delivering up to 492HP & 500TQ on pump gas! This advanced ECU calibration when combined with the Garrett turbocharger, HPFP upgrade, and stage 2 hardware (intake, intercooler, & downpipe) delivers deceivingly fast performance and exhilarating fun.

STAGE 3 GT2260S TRUEFLEX
Stage 3 GT2260S TrueFlex utilizes our flex-fuel sensor and harness kit to deliver race gas power on a cost-effective ethanol blend producing a heart-pounding 490HP & 493TQ! E40 is the highest blend available within the fuel system limitations providing the maximum performance numbers without pulling power for higher E%. TrueFlex will automatically adjust between 91 octane up to E40 ethanol blend. Ethanol content must not exceed the maximum E40 blend; an ethanol content sensor kit and gauge is highly recommended.

GARRETT POWERMAX TURBO
When selecting a turbocharger for the base of our Stage 3 ECU tuning, IE engineers and calibrators valued a large powerband of increased power without adding turbo lag. After extensive research and testing, the easy bolt-in design of the German-engineered GT2260S from Garrett proves itself as the optimal balance of increased top-end power, smooth power delivery, and responsive boost with unnoticeable lag over stock. Backed by Garretts reputaiton of reliability with over 65 years in leading the proffessional motorsport, aftermarket, and factory turbo applications. When combined with IE's calibration strategies, the result is modern street manners with truly addicting race-car performance.

GT2260S TUNE DEVELOPMENT

ADVANCED ENGINE MANAGEMENT

Installing your Garrett PowerMax GT2260S, IE Stage 3 ECU tune, and required hardware will deliver the maximum amount of power supported by the fuel system while staying well within the safe power limits of the stock engine internals. IE calibration and software engineers employed highly advanced tuning practices and equipment to develop a complete ground-up engine management system for the unique characteristics of the new boost profile and powerband. All performance calibrations and safety coding has been retained and rewritten for the substantial power gains from the larger Garrett turbocharger.

ECU Tune Features:

• Horsepower & torque gains maximized
• Includes Apple & Android Mobile Flashing
• Stock boost control optimized for all conditions
• 91, 93, & 104 pump octanes available (95, 98, & 108 RON)
• Optional TrueFlex adapts from 91 pump all the way to full E85
• Includes optional High Torque & Low Torque files
• Rev limiter increased to 7000 RPM (with DSG flash)
• Launch control torque increased for faster launches
• Brake boosting enabled for rolling launches
• Road speed limiters removed
• Exhaust Crackle feature available for Stage 2
• Engineered for all climates and elevations
• Direct port OBDII at-home flashing
• Easy octane switching takes only minutes
• Upgrade stages to match hardware upgrades
• Simple on/off feature toggling with POWERlink
• Read and clear diagnostic/problem codes
• Easy to use Data-logger

 

TCU TUNE

IE's DQ250 (2015-2018) and DQ381 (2019+) are complete performance transmission calibrations that delivers lightening fast shifts, increased clutch pressures, multiple launch-control modes, enthusiast drive mapping, and more! Pairing the iE TCU calibration with any stage ECU tune will significantly transform every aspect of your GTI, GLI, or A3, delivering faster launches, higher Gs, and further improved acceleration.

• Required for Stage 1 & 2 high-torque tunes
• Required for IS38 or GT2260S turbo upgrades
• Includes user-adjustable launch control settings
• Lightning-fast shift speed
• Lag time reduced when starting off in first gear
• Enables 7000 RPM limit in all gears in manual
• Drive shift mapping entirely reworked with an enthusiast in mind
• Torque limiter programming removed -get the most from your ECU tune
• Line pressure increased to protect against trans slip
• Advanced temperature protection for safety
• Greatly reduces annoying gear hunting

 

INCREASED RPM

The iE DSG Tune unlocks a raised 7000 RPM limit from your ECU Tune so you can enjoy the power gains much deeper into the rev range and take full advantage of larger turbo upgrades with larger powerbands.

The transmission will shift slightly before the new engine RPM (6900RPM).

DRIVE ENHANCEMENTS

iE software engineers have completely reworked the transmission tune computer for performance driving, ensuring the engine and transmission remain in the proper gear without any annoying gear-hunting situations. iE DSG tunes include behavior mapping improvements in all drive modes, delivering comfort and inntuitive performance with near-instant power on demand.

ADJUSTABLE LAUNCH CONTROL

Your iE DSGTune includes a reworked launch control to deliver chest pounding launches from a stop, dramticially improved 0-60 times in any scenario. Dial in perfect launch settings with user-adjustable RPM for your power and tire combination.

Available LC RPM:

• 3200 RPM
• 3400 RPM
• 3600 RPM
• 3800 RPM
• 4000 RPM