Porsche Panamera (971) 4.0T ECU & PDK2 TCU Tuning!
APR
05/07/2025
We're excited to announce our new ECU and TCU software upgrades for the 971 Porsche Panamera GTS and Turbo models!
We now support both 4.0T MG1 ECU types (PPC & Tricore) and have launched PDK2 transmission tuning for 2017–2023 models. All existing ECU tunes have been updated to version 2.x with free enhancements for current customers.
4.0T ECU Upgrade (v2.x) Changes
- Power & torque up to 735 HP / 759-814 FT-LBS
- Higher torque files (93/100/104 octane) when combined with our PDK2 TCU upgrade
- Added E60-E85 fuel support
- Standing RPM limiter increased (when paired with TCU upgrade)
- Exhaust crackle enhanced (now active when stationary)
- Optional louder crackle in all modes
- Auto Start/Stop memory added
- Uncapped boost gauge for modified clusters
- Latest safety, reliability, and drivability refinements
4.0T PDK2 TCU Upgrade Highlights
- Supports higher output ECU tunes (+63 AWFT-LBS / +43 AWHP gains possible)
- Increased torque capacity and clutch pressure
- Optimized shift points & improved launch control
- Personalization features:
- Configurable idle creep
- Neutral by paddles
- Clutch kick
- Tested 0-60 MPH: 2.7 seconds / ¼ mile: 10.4 @ 132.8 MPH (street tires)

ECU Upgrade - 2017-2020 Porsche Panamera (971.1) 4.0T Turbo
- Power Gains: Up to 735 HP / 759-814 FT-LBS (+195-196 AWHP and +203-233 AWFT-LBS)
- Includes 5 Fuel Grade Tunes: 91 AKI (95 RON), 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON), and E60-E85 (no hardware required)
- APR Plus: 91 AKI upgrade with an optional factory-matching limited powertrain warranty
- Enhanced Features: Optional louder exhaust crackle, increased standing RPM limiter (with TCU) with exhaust crackle enabled, speed limiter removal, Auto Start/Stop memory, left-foot brake boosting, linear throttle mapping, and uncapped boost gauge
- Advanced Safety Protection Routines: LSPI/knock protection, thermal management, turbo/pressure quotients, torque/driveline shock protection, and fuel system protection
- No ECU Removal: Our software installs directly to your factory ECU through the OBDII port, can be easily removed to return to the stock tune, and resets the flash counter for unlimited flashes
- Lifetime Updates: Continuous improvements and support
- Supports Bolt-On Mods: Adding most hardware upgrades increases power without requiring a reflash or additional stages
- Optional APR PDK TCU Upgrade unlocks even more torque on 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON) fuel grades!
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

ECU Upgrade - 2019-2020 Porsche Panamera (971.1) 4.0T GTS
- Power Gains: Up to 735 HP / 759-814 FT-LBS (+287 AWHP and +290-352 AWFT-LBS)
- Includes 5 Fuel Grade Tunes: 91 AKI (95 RON), 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON), and E60-E85 (no hardware required)
- APR Plus: 91 AKI upgrade with an optional factory-matching limited powertrain warranty
- Enhanced Features: Optional louder exhaust crackle, increased standing RPM limiter (with TCU) with exhaust crackle enabled, speed limiter removal, Auto Start/Stop memory, left-foot brake boosting, linear throttle mapping, and uncapped boost gauge
- Advanced Safety Protection Routines: LSPI/knock protection, thermal management, turbo/pressure quotients, torque/driveline shock protection, and fuel system protection
- No ECU Removal: Our software installs directly to your factory ECU through the OBDII port, can be easily removed to return to the stock tune, and resets the flash counter for unlimited flashes
- Lifetime Updates: Continuous improvements and support
- Supports Bolt-On Mods: Adding most hardware upgrades increases power without requiring a reflash or additional stages
- Optional APR PDK TCU Upgrade unlocks even more torque on 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON) fuel grades!
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

ECU Upgrade - 2021-2023 Porsche Panamera (971.1) 4.0T GTS
- Power Gains: Up to 735 HP / 759-814 FT-LBS (+281 AWHP and +290-347 AWFT-LBS)
- Includes 5 Fuel Grade Tunes: 91 AKI (95 RON), 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON), and E60-E85 (no hardware required)
- APR Plus: 91 AKI upgrade with an optional factory-matching limited powertrain warranty
- Enhanced Features: Optional louder exhaust crackle, increased standing RPM limiter (with TCU) with exhaust crackle enabled, speed limiter removal, Auto Start/Stop memory, left-foot brake boosting, linear throttle mapping, and uncapped boost gauge
- Advanced Safety Protection Routines: LSPI/knock protection, thermal management, turbo/pressure quotients, torque/driveline shock protection, and fuel system protection
- No ECU Removal: Our software installs directly to your factory ECU through the OBDII port, can be easily removed to return to the stock tune, and resets the flash counter for unlimited flashes
- Lifetime Updates: Continuous improvements and support
- Supports Bolt-On Mods: Adding most hardware upgrades increases power without requiring a reflash or additional stages
- Optional APR PDK TCU Upgrade unlocks even more torque on 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON) fuel grades!
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

2017-2023 Porsche Panamera (971) 4.0T PDK2 GTS/Turbo
- Raised torque limits: Supports higher engine output by increasing clutch clamping pressure and transmission torque capacity.
- Increased horsepower and torque: Gain up to 63 ft-lbs and 43 HP over or stage 1 ECU upgrades with our higher output TCU required files.
- Optimized Shift Points: Recalibrated for faster acceleration and smarter gear selection matched to higher power levels.
- Improved Launch Control: New launch RPM and optimized torque targets slash 0-60 mph times to as low as 2.7 seconds on all-season tires.
- Launch Control Active Display: Factory dashboard now shows “Launch Control Active” when launch mode is engaged.
- Raised Rev Limit in Park/Neutral: Engine rev limit increased to 6,800 RPM in Park and Neutral for a more exciting revving experience.
- Selectable Idle Creep (On/Off): Choose whether the car moves forward without throttle input or remains stationary for full contro
- Selectable Neutral by Paddles (On/Off): Pull both paddles to shift into Neutral and again to re-engage the previous gear.
- Selectable Clutch Kick (On/Off): Quickly break rear traction by pulling both paddles, ideal for expert drivers practicing oversteer techniques.
- Expertly Engineered for Safety and Reliability: Built on APR’s industry-leading tuning expertise for a balanced, worry-free upgrade.
- Factory Controller Support: Our software installs directly to your factory ECU on the bench, can removed to return to the stock tune, and resets the flash counter for unlimited flashes.
- Lifetime Updates: Continuous improvements and support.
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.
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