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APR ECU Upgrade - 2.0T EA888 Gen 2 (Longitudinal)
2.0T Engine Tune for the Audi A4 09-16, A4 Quattro 09-16, A5 10-14, A5 Quattro 10-17, A6 12-15, A6 Quattro 13-15, allroad 13-16, Q5 11-17
APR ECU Upgrade - 2.0T EA888 Gen 2 (Longitudinal)
2.0T Engine Tune for the Audi A4 09-16, A4 Quattro 09-16, A5 10-14, A5 Quattro 10-17, A6 12-15, A6 Quattro 13-15, allroad 13-16, Q5 11-17
Emissions
This part is legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles, in all 50 states, when used in accordance with the manufacturers application guide because it has a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order (EO) number.
See Emissions DetailsFeatures:
- Horsepower - More horsepower throughout the whole rpm band
- Torque - More torque throughout the whole rpm band
- 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
- Fuel Grades - Multiple octanes from which to choose
- Flex Fuel - Full ethanol flex fuel support on compatible flex fuel models
- 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
- 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 |
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Emission Code | 1 |
Engine Aspiration | Turbocharged |
Engine Configuration | I4 |
Engine Displacement | 2.0L |
Engine Family | EA888 Gen 2 |
Engine Orientation | Longitudinal |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Install Type | APR Dealer (Software Price Shown) |
Market | NAR |
ROW | |
Product Type | ECU Upgrade |
Part Number | ECU-20T-EA888-2-L |
This part is legal for sale and use on Emissions Controlled Vehicles, in all 50 states, when used in accordance with the manufacturers application guide because it has a California Air Resources Board (CARB) Executive Order (EO) number.
The following vehicles are considered Emissions Controlled Vehicles:
- 1966 and newer U.S. manufactured California Certified vehicles
- 1968 and newer U.S. manufactured Federally Certified vehicles
- 1968 and newer Foreign manufactured vehicle
Important fuel quality information
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Lists applicable vehicles and scenarios. Please verify your configuration is applicable.
Program switching guide
Have a question about this product?
- Question
Does the tune also apply to the 2011 a4 audi avant wagon?
By jordi guerrero on February 12, 2023
AnswerYes!Helpful? - Question
is this product plug and play? Like a access port style?
By Domenic Governanti on February 3, 2023
AnswerThe software is installed by an APR dealer: https://goapr.com/dealers/Helpful? - Question
I was told stage 2 was no longer supported in california is this true?
By Jeremiah Dahl on March 14, 2023
AnswerCorrectHelpful? - Question
Will this tune work with a k04 turbo setup?????
By Caeleb Torres on June 8, 2023
AnswerYou'll need our Stage 3 K04 tune.Helpful? - Question
Does stage 3 e85 comes with burbles?
By Stephen Folkes Jr on June 13, 2023
AnswerIts the same as factoryHelpful?
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:
- 256-282 HP and 301-323 FT-LBS of torque (B8 / B8.5 Models)
- 270-313 HP and 329-388 FT-LBS of torque (B8.5 w/ Flex)
APR Stage 1 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, and 100 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, and 104 RON in the Rest of the World. Flex Fuel compatible models support any blend of Ethanol or E85 in both markets.
APR Stage 2
The APR Stage 2 ECU Upgrade is the next step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to:
- 287-304 HP and 341-359 FT-LBS of torque (B8/B8.5 Models)
- 297-318 HP and 329-405 FT-LBS of torque (B8.5 Flex Models)
APR Stage 2 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, and 100 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, and 104 RON in the Rest of the World. Flex Fuel compatible models support any blend of Ethanol or E85 in both markets.
APR Stage 3 K04
The APR Stage 3 ECU Upgrade is the next step towards tuning your engine. It produces up to:
- 339-363 HP and 321-387 FT-LBS of torque
- 329-374 HP and 350-408 FT-LBS of torque
Use this tune with the APR K04-064 turbocharger. APR Spark Plugs are recommended.
APR Stage 3 K04 is available for 91 AKI, 93 AKI, 100 AKI, and 104 AKI in North America, and 95 RON, 98 RON, 104 RON, and 108 RON in the Rest of the World. Flex Fuel compatible models support any blend of Ethanol or E85 in both markets.
Horsepower and Torque Dyno Charts
Select a Dyno | Select a Dyno Type |
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APR Calibration Report
Stage (B8 / B8.5) | HP | TQ | Max Gain | Max Gain |
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Stock As Reported by VAG | 179-220 PS | 236-258 FT-LBS | ||
Stock As Measured by APR | 211 HP 230 HP | 259 FT-LBS 271 FT-LBS | ||
Stage 1 | ||||
91 AKI / 95 RON | 256 HP 270 HP | 301 FT-LBS 329 FT-LBS | +55 HP +43 HP | +53 FT-LBS +77 FT-LBS |
93 AKI / 98 RON | 266 HP 284 HP | 323 FT-LBS 338 FT-LBS | +66 HP +57 HP | +74 FT-LBS +85 FT-LBS |
100 AKI / 104 RON | 282 HP 303 HP | 360 FT-LBS 360 FT-LBS | +78 HP +77 HP | +74 FT-LBS +107 FT-LBS |
E85 / Flex Fuel | N/A 313 HP | N/A 388 FT-LBS | N/A +85 HP | N/A +134 FT-LBS |
Stage 2 | ||||
91 AKI / 95 RON | 287 HP 297 HP | 341 FT-LBS 329 FT-LBS | +97 HP +70 HP | +92 FT-LBS +77 FT-LBS |
93 AKI / 98 RON | 291 HP 302 HP | 354 FT-LBS 343 FT-LBS | +101 HP +76 HP | +105 FT-LBS +89 FT-LBS |
100 AKI / 104 RON | 304 HP 309 HP | 359 FT-LBS 377 FT-LBS | +111 HP +83 HP | +108 FT-LBS +125 FT-LBS |
E85 / Flex Fuel | N/A 318 HP | N/A 405 FT-LBS | N/A +92 HP | N/A +153 FT-LBS |
Stage 3 | ||||
91 AKI / 95 RON | 339 HP 329 HP | 321 FT-LBS 350 FT-LBS | +149 HP +113 HP | +121 FT-LBS +92 FT-LBS |
93 AKI / 98 RON | 348 HP 344 HP | 342 FT-LBS 369 FT-LBS | +158 HP +122 HP | +130 FT-LBS +108 FT-LBS |
100 AKI / 104 RON | 363 HP 355 HP | 387 FT-LBS 385 FT-LBS | +171 HP +139 HP | +145 FT-LBS +119 FT-LBS |
104 AKI / 108 RON | N/A 361 HP | N/A 405 FT-LBS | N/A +142 HP | N/A +148 FT-LBS |
E85 / Flex Fuel | N/A 374 HP | N/A 408 FT-LBS | N/A +155 HP | N/A +154 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.
Stage | 0-60 MPH | 0-62 MPH | 0-100 KPH | 0-100 MPH | 60-120 MPH | 62-124 MPH | 100-200 KPH | 60-130 KPH | 30-130 KPH |
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Stock | 6.140 | 6.471 | 6.492 | 15.335 | 18.816 | 21.816 | 21.618 | 29.273 | 33.921 |
Stage 1 93 AKI | 5.474 | 5.737 | 5.901 | 12.872 | 13.533 | 14.946 | 15.115 | 18.293 | 22.472 |
Stage 2 E85 | 4.396 | 4.646 | 4.663 | 10.950 | 12.570 | 14.045 | 14.104 | 17.482 | 20.854 |
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 - 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!
APR Software Pricing Guide
Our performance software upgrade is available in multiple stages with optional features.
APR Stage 1 | |
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APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade | $399.95 |
APR Stage 2 (Excludes USA) | |
APR Stage 2 ECU Upgrade | $499.95 |
APR Stage 2 ECU Upgrade from Stage 1 | $99.95 |
APR Stage 3 | |
APR Stage 3 ECU Upgrade with New APR Turbo Kit | FREE |
APR Stage 3 ECU Upgrade | $599.95 |
APR Stage 3 ECU Upgrade from APR Stage 1 or APR Stage 2 | $199.95 |
Optional Features | |
Program Switching | $99.95 |
Purchasing, Guarantee, and Updates
Purchasing Options¹: 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 vehicle†.
Money-Back Guarantee: Try our Software Upgrades for up to 30 days, risk free! If you are not satisfied, have it removed and refunded.²
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.³
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.
†. Remote flashing: Excludes APR Plus. Excludes some platforms. Dealer participation will vary. Visit our product page for details.
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