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 ODB-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! More information coming soon!
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! More information coming soon!
APR Stage III Software is included with our world renowned APR Stage III Turbocharger Systems. More Information coming soon!
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 | ||
| 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 |
| 2010-2012 | MK6 Golf R | ROW | 2.0T | 6MT & DSG | AWD | Contact Your APR Importer | |
Installation Options
APR's ECU Upgrade is able to be installed by APR's professional dealer network or by APR directly. Most late model applications are available to be installed via DirectPort programming without removing your ECU or even opening the hood. DirectPort Programming is not available for all 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 and to include protection to our clients by keeping the upgrade undetectable to a dealership's VAG diagnostic tool.
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.
