Our Stage 1 calibration is the perfect entry point for the EA888.1 platform, delivering a strong increase in power while maintaining factory reliability and drivability. Designed for use on 91 octane fuel, this tune requires no hardware upgrades.
Requires
Final Output: 245 HP / 277 lb-ft TQ
Fuel Requirement: 91 Octane
Hardware Requirements: None
Notes
Stage 1 transforms the 2.0T into a more responsive and enjoyable daily driver, with smooth, linear power across the rev range.
Stage 1.5 builds upon the Stage 1 calibration, optimizing for 93 octane fuel to extract even more performance without requiring hardware upgrades.
Requires
Final Output: 250 HP / 292 lb-ft TQ
Fuel Requirement: 93 Octane
Hardware Requirements: None
Notes
For drivers who have consistent access to premium 93 octane fuel, Stage 1.5 offers the ideal balance of reliability and increased performance.
Stage 2 is designed for enthusiasts looking to maximize the performance of the EA888.1. With supporting hardware, this tune delivers even greater gains while maintaining strong drivability. A DSG tune is recommended to handle the additional torque and optimize shifting.
Requires
Final Output: 257 HP / 295 lb-ft TQ
Fuel Requirement: 93 Octane
Hardware Requirements: High-flow downpipe
Recommended Upgrades: DSG TCU tune for optimal performance
Notes
Stage 2 unlocks the full potential of the 2.0T, delivering strong midrange torque and consistent top-end power for a significantly more engaging driving experience.
Custom Tuning starts at $1699. To get a more accurate cost on your custom tune, please create a ticket and tell us more about your build, and your specific modifications.
If you feel that our existing tune offerings will not work for your application or your intended use, you can request Custom Tuning. Custom Tuning must be requested through our Tickets, and you must provide vehicle information as well as hardware (upgrades) information. Once submitted, our team of calibrators will evaluate your request and determine if Custom Tuning can achieve your goals and if they are able, your Tune Request will be accepted.
Custom Tuning requires heavy participation from the Customer, either through an Authorized TZ Dealer or the Customer themselves. TuneZilla Calibrators will require that the vehicle has access to dyno time when needed, and data logging is required. If you are not comfortable with data logging, and if you may not be able to access a facility with a dyno (many facilities will rent dyno time) custom tuning may not be possible for you.
Custom Tuning vs. Off The Shelf Tuning
We understand that our end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why we offer revisions on all of our Off-The-Shelf tunes. By offering Custom Tuning to our customers, we can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle with your specific parts upgrades. Our OTS (off-the-shelf) maps are tested in house with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most bolt-on upgrades. Tune Revisions are not the same as Custom Tunes. See our Terms and Conditions for our re-tune policy (section 4b)
We believe it’s important for our customers to understand what is happening inside their engine so they can make informative decisions. Our LOG VIEWER automatically generates your vehicles data log .csv files into easy to read graphs which can then be viewed by our Calibrators to find areas of optimization on your vehicle. Not only can this data be used to optimize your tunes, but a lot of troubleshooting and diagnosing can be done by comparing requested data to actual data at a glance.
In many cases, custom tuning is not required. If you are unsure if you will benefit from a Custom Tune, you can reach out to our team and upload data logs for them to examine.
Requires
Supported Hardware Upgrades
Upgrade | Supported |
|---|
Fuelling Upgrades | Yes |
Turbo Upgrade - Hybrid or larger | Yes |
Downpipe Upgrade | Yes |
Intercooler Upgrade | Yes |
Engine Swap | Yes |
Notes
Our DSG tune is a complete re-work of the factory DSG settings. We’ve worked with our calibrators to bring you a perfect all around package that enhances drivability and increases enjoyment. In manual mode, you have full control of your upshifts with the “auto up-shift” disabled. Clutch pressure is increased across all drive modes to handle the increased torque from our Stage 1 or 2 files, but still works with a factory tuned ECU for users who simply demand a more spirited transmission than the factory supplied.
- OPTIMIZED SHIFT PATTERNS FOR BETTER ECONOMY AND ACCELERATION
- INCREASED LAUNCH CONTROL RPM
- REMOVE AUTOMATIC UPSHIFTS IN FULL MANUAL MODE
- INCREASED CLUTCH PRESSURE FOR HIGHER TORQUE TUNES
- FASTER GEAR ENGAGEMENT FOR QUICKER SHIFTS
- DRIVE AND SPORT MODES RECALIBRATED FOR THE ENTHUSIAST DRIVER
- TORQUE LIMITER RAISED
Requires
| ECU Tune |
DSG Tune |
|---|
| Stage 1 |
Recommended |
| Stage 2 |
Highly Recommended |
| Stage 3 |
Required |