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APR ECU Upgrade - 4.0T EA824 V8 (A8)

Fits 2013-2018 Audi A8

Part # ECU-40T-EA824-A8
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APR ECU Upgrade - 4.0T EA824 V8 (A8)

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APR's ECU Upgrades are the best dollar-per-horsepower modification one can make to improve engine performance. The upgrades dramatically increase horsepower and torque, making for an exceptionally quicker and more exciting vehicle. This is made possible through APR's optimization of the factory engine management system to take full advantage of the engine's capabilities, without needing any end user adjustment. The ECU Upgrades are available with various features and supported octane levels and each stage is compatible with most typical bolt-on modifications. The software is installed to the vehicle's factory ECU through the OBD-II port, resulting in a clean and headache-free install. Furthermore, for those looking for tuning with a limited powertrain warranty, APR Plus has you covered!

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
  • Program Switching - Change programs and access features with your cruise control stalk
  • APR Mobile - Change programs and access features with your smart device
  • Valet Mode - Neuters the vehicle, giving the driver minimal output
  • Anti-Theft - Password protects driving the vehicle
  • Security Lockout - Password protects program switching
  • Fault Code Erase - Resets ECU fault codes and adaption on the fly
  • COD Delete - Optionally disable Cylinder On Demand to keep the engine running smoothly in full cylinder mode all the time
  • 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
  • Motorsport Limiter - With the soft limiter removed, you‚Äôll get full power right up to the hard, ‚Äúbap bap bap‚Äù redline fuel cut
  • Flash Counter - Flash counter does not increase with each flash
  • Direct Port Programming - Clean and easy install through the OBD II port without removing the ECU
  • Free Updates - Get free updates for life
  • Guarantee - 30 day money back guarantee
Brand APR
Engine AspirationTurbocharged
Engine ConfigurationV8
Engine Displacement4.0L
Engine FamilyEA824 4.0T
Engine OrientationLongitudinal
Fuel TypeGasoline
MarketNAR
ROW
Product TypeECU Upgrade
Part NumberECU-40T-EA824-A8
Important fuel quality information
Important fuel quality information
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Find your boxcode and revision
Program switching guide
Program switching guide
Only use fuel equal to or higher than specified. Never use a lower octane fuel. Always follow our fuel guide, especially with race fuel and Ethanol, where available. Dynos are for reference only. Results will vary. Contributing factors include the vehicle condition, vehicle setup, dyno type, dyno setup, environmental factors, fuel quality, and more. When describing fuels, the North American Region (NAR) uses the Anti-Knock Index (AKI), (RON+MON)/2, or (R+M)/2. The Rest of the World (ROW) uses RON. RON is Research Octane Number and MON is Motor Octane Number.

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    APR ECU Upgrade Stages

    APRโ€™s ECU Upgrades are available in multiple octanes levels. Each stage is fully compatible with an upgraded intake, catback exhaust, or other minor bolt on modifications.

    APR Stage 1

    The APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade is the first step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 530-578 HP and 586-679 FT-LBS of torque. Adding more bolt-on hardware modifications will optimize power output.


    Stage 1 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, and 100 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, and 104 AKI in the Rest of the World.

    APR Plus

    APR Plus is our APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade with our limited powertrain warranty and itโ€™s the first step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to 530 HP and 586 FT-LBS of torque. Adding more bolt-on hardware modifications will optimize power output. Please check our warranty manual to understand modifications supported by APR Plus.

    Horsepower and Torque Dyno Charts

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    APR Calibration Report

    StageHPTQMax GainMax Gain
    Stock As Reported by VAG 435 PS 444 FT-LBS
    Stock As Measured by APR 456 HP 506 FT-LBS
    APR Plus
    91 AKI530 HP 586 FT-LBS +75 HP +88 FT-LBS
    Stage 1
    91 AKI / 95 RON530 HP 586 FT-LBS +75 HP +88 FT-LBS
    93 AKI / 95 RON545 HP 629 FT-LBS +90 HP +129 FT-LBS
    100 AKI / 104 RON578 HP 679 FT-LBS +127 HP +175 FT-LBS
    Only use fuel equal to or higher than specified. Never use a lower octane fuel. Always follow our fuel guide, especially with race fuel and Ethanol, where available. Dynos are for reference only. Results will vary. Contributing factors include the vehicle condition, vehicle setup, dyno type, dyno setup, environmental factors, fuel quality, and more. When describing fuels, the North American Region (NAR) uses the Anti-Knock Index (AKI), (RON+MON)/2, or (R+M)/2. The Rest of the World (ROW) uses RON. RON is Research Octane Number and MON is Motor Octane Number.

    Acceleration Testing

    Dyno testing is a great way to gauge power increases over the entire rev range but may not translate to real world performance. Through GPS based acceleration testing, APRโ€™s Engineers were able to verify increases made on the dyno translated to a faster and quicker vehicle on the street.

    Stage0-60
    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
    Stock4.0134.214 4.228 9.749 10.389 11.361 11.432 14.409 16.647
    APR STG 1 93 AKI3.535 3.695 3.707 7.976 7.974 8.661 8.710 10.132 12.025
    APR STG 1 100 AKI3.378 3.556 3.568 7.590 7.591 8.195 8.2359.669 11.491

    Program switching allows you to access additional program modes and features from your cruise control stalk or your smart device with APR Mobile. Depending on the ECU, available memory, and selected options, up to four program modes and all features, can be installed.


    • Stock Mode - Go back to the stock power levels.
    • Performance Modes - Switch between octanes and program modes.
    • Valet Mode - Neuters the vehicle, giving the driver minimal output.
    • Security Lockout - Password protects program switching.
    • Anti-Theft - Password protects driving the vehicle.
    • Fault Code Erase - Resets ECU fault codes and adaptation.

    APR Mobile

    APR Mobile installs on smartphones, tables and other devices, and connects wirelessly to your ECU. The app can then be used to access features such as program switching, fault code reading and resetting, and high speed data logging.

    The APR Difference

    Who we are - Weโ€™re a global automotive engineering firm nestled in Opelika, Alabama. Our 80,000ftยฒ 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 donโ€™t take shortcuts, and we donโ€™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, weโ€™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!

    APR Software Pricing Guide

    Our performance software upgrade is available in multiple stages with optional features.

    APR Plus (USA/Canada)
    APR Plus ECU Upgrade $1,599.95
    APR Stage 1
    APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade$799.95
    APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade from APR PlusFREE
    Optional Features
    Program Switching$99.95

    Purchasing, Guarantee, and Updates

    Purchasing Optionsยน: Locate an APR Dealer. They will physically install software on your vehicle at their location. Alternatively with the APR Remote Tuning Service (RTS) you'll purchase an APR Tuning Cable and we, or a participating dealer, will remotely install software on your vehicleโ€ .


    Money-Back Guarantee: Try our Software Upgrades for up to 30 days, risk free! If you are not satisfied, have it removed and refunded.ยฒ


    Free Updates: If we make an update, add a standard feature, or if the manufacturer issues an update, you are entitled to a free update.ยณ


    1. Availability: APR Software may not be available for all vehicles. Stages, programs, and features may not be available for all ECUs.
    2. Money Back Guarantee: Excludes some Software Upgrades, such as those included with a hardware purchase. Labor charges are at the discretion of the installer.
    3. Free updates: Subject to availability. Labor charges are at the discretion of the installer. Applicable to the original purchaser. Second hand owners may inquire with an APR Dealer about a software license transfer fee.
    โ€ . Remote flashing: Excludes APR Plus. Excludes some platforms. Dealer participation will vary. Visit our product page for details.
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