APR Golf R 2.0T ECU Upgrade
APR Presents our 2.0T Tuning Package for the Volkswagen Golf R!
Volkswagen Automotive Group's 2.0T found in the Golf R is the world's premiere 4 cylinder turbocharged engine and APR has developed a line of premiere performance enhancements to compliment VAG's achievement. APR's expertly recalibrated engine management upgrades and professionally engineered OEM replacement performance engine components result in an even more enjoyable, powerful and efficient operation with no loss of life or use. APR's complete line of performance enhancements have been developed for the 2.0T to provide increases of 83 FT-LBS of torque and 79 HP with an APR ECU and Hardware upgrades.
APR's Software, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Teams have built upon years of experience and unmatched accomplishments with VAG's standard 200HP 2.0T FSI engine to develop new breakthroughs in drivability and performance enhancement for the Golf R 2.0T. APR has been able to fully realize the upgrades VAG provided in increased engine durability, efficiency and performance to deliver a tuning program that is the culmination of 9 years of research and development and unparalleled in the performance aftermarket.
Golf R 2.0T Engine
APR Golf R Stages
The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is an OBD-II ECU upgrade that not only gives you higher peak numbers of 306 horsepower and 293 ft-lbs of torque, but also gains of up to 38 horsepower and 34lb-ft throughout the power band!
APR's ECU Upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the 2.0T and gives it just the extra edge these cars lack from the factory without pushing the limits. With factory like smoothness and drivability APR's ECU Upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent car.
All APR Software is available for 91 (R+M)/2, 93 (R+M)/2, 100 (R+M)/2, 95 RON, 98 RON and 104 RON fuel grades.
With the addition of an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump, APR's Stage I+ ECU upgrade offers large gains in midrange torque and horsepower. An additional 55 ft-lbs of torque and 55 horsepower over stock is on tap.
At these impressive power levels, the Golf-R demands an intake system that allows the turbocharger to breath more freely. With the addition of an APR Intake System, staggering gains of 83 ft-lbs of torque and 79 horsepower over stock were achieved. An impressive 338 ft-lbs of torque and 335 HP will transform the Golf-R into an AWD super car with only minor updates!
As always, APR's Stage I+ ECU upgrade is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I customers.
APR Stage II requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I or I+ customers. The software is available now!
With the addition of an APR RSC Exhaust System and APR's Stage II+ ECU upgrade offers large gains in midrange torque and horsepower. An additional 103 ft-lbs of torque and 94 horsepower over stock is on tap. An impressive 359 ft-lbs of torque and 357 HP will transform the Golf-R into an AWD super car with normal only bolt on upgrades!
APR Stage II+ requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump. APR Stage II+ is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I, I+ or II customers. The software is available now!
APR Stage III Software is included with our world renowned APR Stage III Turbocharger Systems. The software is available now!
Dyno Performance
Estimated Crank Figures
Measured Front Wheel Figures
| Stock* As Reported By VW 93 Octane (R+M)/2 |
Stock** As Reported By APR 93 Octane (R+M)/2 |
Stage I 93 Octane (R+M)/2 98 Octane RON |
Stage I+ w/ HPFP 93 Octane (R+M)/2 98 Octane RON |
Stage I+ w/ HPFP & Intake 93 Octane (R+M)/2 98 Octane RON |
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| *Stock as reported by both VW USA and VW AG. | |||||
| **Stock as measured and estimated by APR using 93 (R+M)/2 fuel. | |||||
| Rev Limit | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Speed Limit | Max Speed Limited | Max Speed Limited | Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Peak Power (Horsepower) | 256 - 266 HP | 273 HP | 306 HP | 309 HP | 335 HP |
| Peak Torque (FT-LBS) | 243 - 258 TQ | 265 TQ | 293 TQ | 314 TQ | 338 TQ |
| Max HP Over Stock (Horsepower) | 38 HP @ 5450 RPM | 51 HP @ 4850 RPM | 79 HP @ 5050 RPM | ||
| Max TQ Over Stock (FT-LBS) | 34 TQ @ 6750 RPM | 55 TQ @ 4800 RPM | 83 TQ @ 4900 RPM | ||
APR EMCS Programs and Features
APR’s patented EMCS, Enhanced Modular Chipping System, brings selectable programs and features to your factory ECU, all without the need to purchase external hardware. There are no adaptation tricks or marketing gimmicks involved - EMCS is unlike anything else in the market. EMCS has the ability to rewrite the operating map data, giving each map new and specific calibration for increased performance. EMCS is available at any APR Stage.
Program Switching:
Program switching allows the user to cycle though up to four different engine calibrations and operating modes all without the need for external hardware.
Stock Mode:
By selecting stock mode, the ECU calibration is reduced to factory load levels, limiting performance.
Valet Mode:
APR's Valet Mode protects your vehicle from becoming an expensive toy for unauthorized individuals. By enabling Valet Mode, the vehicle's engine and top speed will be greatly limited.
Security Lockout:
Security lockout prevents unauthorized individuals from using APR's EMCS functionality. When enabled, APR's EMCS features will appear completely invisible until a user specified 2 to 4-digit security code is entered.
APR Performance Modes:
APR's octane-specific calibrations are available for various premium and race fuels around the world. Each performance mode is a completely new calibration, altered specifically for the characteristics of the fuel quality selected. Currently available octanes are 91/93/100 (R+M)/2 in North America and 95/98/104 RON in the rest of the world. In some situations, APR supports higher 104 (R+M)/2 octane race fuels at Stage 3 and Stage 3+ power levels.
How to use APR EMCS Programs and Features
To Enable EMCS:
Turn the ignition and cruise control on, but don’t start the engine.
To Unlock the ECU:
This is only necessary if Security Lockout is enabled.
Enter your security code to unlock the ECU. “SET” is used to enter a digit and “CANCEL” is used to register a digit. Enter each digit by clicking the “SET” button the number of times corresponding to the digit, then use “CANCEL” to register the digit. Do this for each digit and the CEL and EPC light will flash to indicate the ECU is unlocked. The ECU will remain unlocked unless you lock it again.
To Cycle through APR Programs:
Hold “SET” on the cruise control stalk. The CEL will blink in set of one to four blinks to indicate programs one through four. Release “SET” during this sequence to select a program. Turn off the ignition, turn it back on and wait for the CEL and EPC to stop blinking before starting the engine.
To use Security Lockout to Lock the ECU:
Hold “RESUME” and the CEL will blink in sets of one to three blinks to indicate features one through four. Release “RESUME” when the CEL is flashing in groups of three binks per second. The EPC and CEL will blink to indicate the ECU is locked.
The APR Development Difference
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. It’s capable of logging many variables at once with data rates as high as 100 samples per second. Synchronous data logging is available for fine-tuning.
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. ECU Composer takes calibration to a new level on the 2.0T FSI with APR's Quick Flashing. APR’s Calibration Engineers can reflash the ECU only a minute later rather than waiting 10 to 20 minutes between each flash.
APR ECU Assembly:
APR’s Electrical Engineers have the ability to alter the code structure of the ECU to add features not available from the factory. On the highly modified end, this allows APR to make Stage III to operate as if intended by the OEM. For most 2.0T owners, the advantage of this ability is the addition of APR’s patented EMCS Functions. EMCS puts the control of the engine’s operation at your fingertips and allows for additional features and options to be installed to your ECU.
| Year | Vehicle | Market | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Price | |
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| ¹Prices applicable to the US market only. Please check with your local APR Importer for pricing outside of the USA. | |||||||
| 2012+ | MK6 Golf R | NA | 2.0T | 6MT | AWD | $599.00¹ | Buy One Now |
| 2010+ | MK6 Golf R | ROW | 2.0T | 6MT & DSG | AWD | Contact Your APR Importer | |
| Options | Pricing |
|---|---|
| ¹Prices applicable to the North American market only. | |
| ²Due to many variations between ECU's some programs/options may unavailable. | |
| For a total of 2 programs (i.e. - Stock and Chipped)² | $149¹ |
| For a total of 3 programs² | $219¹ |
| For a total of 4 programs² | $289¹ |
| Options | Pricing |
|---|---|
| ¹Prices applicable to the North American market only. | |
| ²Due to many variations between ECU's some programs/options may unavailable. | |
| Security Lockout² | $59¹ |
Installation Options
APR's ECU Upgrade is able to be installed by APR's professional dealer network or by APR directly. Some applications are available to be installed via DirectPort programming without removing your ECU or even opening the hood. Some ECUs must be removed from the vehicle for DirectPort Programming. DirectPort Programming is not available for all late 1990 / early 2000 models and in these rare cases EMCS Modules are able to be soldered to the ECU. In the event there is not an APR dealer near, you also have the option to remove your ECU and send it to APR Headquarters for installation.
DirectPort Programming
DirectPort Programming is another industry first brought to you by APR. DirectPort Programming is also referred to as "flashing" the ECU with the new operating software contained in APR's ECU Upgrade. No more soldering additional hardware to expensive and delicate factory electronics. DirectPort Programming facilitates ease of installation and offers new features to give you even more flexibility with your OEM ECU. DirectPort Programming is only available by bringing your car to an APR dealer or by mailing your ECU to APR directly.
How to Purchase
APR provides two easy and painless methods to purchase your ECU Upgrade. You may visit any APR Dealer for local installation while you wait or you can remove your ECU and send it directly to APR Headquarters for installation. Typically your ECU is returned the same day we receive it. For ECU removal instructions see our Customer Support page.
If you're sending your ECU in to us, please print out and complete the order form below. Be sure to indicate which programs you would like to purchase, as well as the other information requested. For information on the program options, see above under the EMCS heading.
Security, Warranty and Money Back Guarantee
All APR ECU Upgrades are fully encrypted to prevent theft of our valuable and proprietary coding information by lesser companies.
All APR ECU Upgrades include a limited lifetime warranty against defects in the software and to provide free updates and reflashes as they become available. Installation may be additional and is not included in the warranty.
All APR ECU Upgrades offer a 30 day money back guarantee with no questions asked. If for any reason you are unhappy with your APR ECU Upgrade you may return the upgrade to your place of purchase for a full refund provided you are within a 30 day period from your time of initial purchase. Installation is not included in the guarantee and is at the discretion of the place of install.
