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APR ECU Upgrade - 2.0T EA888 Gen 3B OPF (Transverse)
Fits 2.0T EA888 Gen 3B OPF platform engines found in various ROW market vehicles
APR ECU Upgrade - 2.0T EA888 Gen 3B OPF (Transverse)
Fits 2.0T EA888 Gen 3B OPF platform engines found in various ROW market vehicles
Emissions
This part is legal under the provisions of EPA’s Tampering Policy dated November 23rd, 2020.
See Emissions DetailsFeatures:
- Horsepower - More horsepower throughout the whole rpm band
- Torque - More torque throughout the whole rpm band
- Fuel Grades - Multiple octanes from which to choose
- Acceleration - Accelerate faster with more power and reduced throttle lag
- Linear Throttle - Pedal maps adjusted for a more linear feel
- Brake Boosting - Left foot braking or brake boosting added
- Standing Limiter - Increased standing limiter for higher revving at idle
- Speed Limiter - Go as fast as you want with the speed limiter out of the way
- Auto Start/Stop Inversion - Auto Start/Stop defaults to the off position
- 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 to the factory ECU without opening the case
- Free Updates - Get free updates for life
- Guarantee - 30 day money back guarantee
| Brand | APR |
|---|---|
| Emission Code | 7 |
| Engine Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Engine Configuration | I4 |
| Engine Displacement | 2.0L |
| Engine Family | EA888 Gen 3B |
| Engine Orientation | Transverse |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Install Type | APR Dealer (Software Price Shown) |
| Market | ROW |
| Product Type | ECU Upgrade |
| Tuning (Engine Control Unit Upgrades) | |
| Part Number | ECU-20T-EA888-3B-T-OPF |
This part is legal under the provisions of EPA’s Tampering Policy dated November 23rd, 2020. The company has reasonable basis (test results) to verify that this product allows the vehicle to operate within legal emissions standards and is therefore legal to be sold for on-street use in all states that accept the legal provisions of the Clean Air Act and the EPA Tampering Policy. This product is NOT LEGAL FOR SALE OR USE IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. Testing with the California Air Resources Board, in order to achieve 50-state compliance, is pending with CARB. Once testing is complete with California, and an E.O. number is issued, this product will be updated to 50-state legal status.
Important fuel quality information
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Have a question about this product?
- Question
Is this part compatible with the 2018 vw passat rline 2.0t
By Nando Zavala on February 11, 2023
AnswerUnfortunately this is not. We have not released that software yet.Helpful?
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 245-269 HP and 309-344 FT-LBS of torque with gains as high as +48-71 HP and +62-97 FT-LBS of torque at the wheels.
APR Stage 1 is available for 95 RON, 98 RON, and 102 RON in the Rest of the World.
Horsepower and Torque Dyno Charts
| Select a Dyno | Select a Dyno Type |
|---|---|

APR Calibration Report
| Stage | HP | TQ | Max Gain | Max Gain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stock As Reported by VAG | 197 HP | 236 FT-LBS | ||
| Stock As Measured by APR | 198 HP | 248 FT-LBS | ||
| Stage 1 | ||||
| 95 RON | 245 HP | 309 FT-LBS | +48 HP | +62 FT-LBS |
| 98 RON | 259 HP | 328 FT-LBS | +61 HP | +80 FT-LBS |
| 102 RON | 269 HP | 344 FT-LBS | +71 HP | +97 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.
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
Visit the ECU and TCU Pricing Repository for all pricing and options.
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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