Overview
Fits 2014-2018 Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Passat
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
- Acceleration - Accelerate faster with more power and reduced throttle lag
- 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
- Economy - While cruising, or driving normally, your fuel economy may benefit from our optimized calibration
- Direct Port Programming - Clean and easy install through the OBD II port without removing the ECU
- Free Updates - Get free updates for life
APR ECU Upgrade Stages
Our ECU Upgrades are available in multiple configurations. Installation of additional performance hardware, such as an intercooler or intake systems, may provide further performance improvements.
APR Stage 1
The APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade is the first step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 223-242 HP and 267-293 FT-LBS of torque.
APR Stage 1 is available for 87 AKI, 91 AKI, and 93 AKI in North America, and 91 RON, 95 RON, and 98 RON in the Rest of the World.
Horsepower and Torque Dyno Charts
APR CALIBRATION REPORT
| STAGE | HP | TQ | MAX GAIN | MAX GAIN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock As Reported by VAG | 170 HP | 184 FT-LBS | ||
| Stock As Measured by APR | 191 HP | 203 FT-LBS | ||
| APR PLUS | ||||
| 87 AKI | 223 HP | 267 FT-LBS | +47 HP | +73 FT-LBS |
| STAGE 1 | ||||
| 87 AKI | 223 HP | 267 FT-LBS | +47 HP | +73 FT-LBS |
| 91 AKI / 95 RON | 238 HP | 283 FT-LBS | +60 HP | +89 FT-LBS |
| 93 AKI / 98 RON | 242 HP | 293 FT-LBS | +68 HP | +99 FT-LBS |
| STAGE 2 | ||||
| 91 AKI / 95 RON | 244 HP | 303 FT-LBS | +70 HP | +109 FT-LBS |
| 93 AKI / 98 RON | 250 HP | 315 FT-LBS | +78 HP | +121 FT-LBS |
Acceleration Testing
| 2014 JETTA 5MT | 0-60 MPH | 0-62 MPH | 0-100 KPH | 0-100 MPH | 60-120 MPH | 62-124 MPH | 100-200 KPH | 60-130 MPH | 30-130 MPH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 7.445 | 7.983 | 8.011 | 18.575 | 24.001 | 27.314 | 28.130 | ||
| APR Stage 1 (93 AKI) | 6.789 | 7.280 | 7.311 | 14.942 | 16.507 | 18.180 | 18.294 | 22.158 | 25.554 |
| Seconds Faster | 0.657 | 0.702 | 0.700 | 3.633 | 7.494 | 9.134 | 9.845 | ||
| Percent Faster | 8.82% | 8.80% | 8.74% | 19.56% | 31.22% | 33.44% | 34.99% |
The APR Difference
Who we are - We’re a global automotive engineering firm nestled in Opelika, Alabama. Our 80,000ft² state-of-the-art facility is home to some of the best engineers in the industry, who have mastered hundreds of engine management systems. We have multiple engine and chassis dynos, and the resources necessary to create our ECU Upgrades in-house, from the ground up! We're not a new company either. We've been around since the 90's and we have a strong financial backing to ensure we'll be here to support you for decades to come!
What we do - We optimize everything to make your engine more powerful. We adjust air-fuel ratios, advance ignition, increase boost pressure, alter cam positions and lift profiles, and more, all depending on the type of engine and management system, of course! We don’t take shortcuts, and we don’t take risks. We do it the right way.
How we differ - With our proprietary calibration and direct ram access data logging tools and operating system code changes, we’re able to make some of the strongest and fastest ECU upgrades, without needing costly end user adjustments. We work with the ECUs intelligent modeling and closed-loop systems, and beta test in multiple environments to create upgrades that work no matter where you drive!
