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APR ECU Upgrade - 4.0T EA825 V8 (C8) (RS6/RS7 Performance)
4.0T V8 Engine Tune for the Audi RS6 Avant Performance 24+, RS7 Sportback Performance 24+
Install Type
Which Method is Right for You? - Learn More Here >APR ECU Upgrade - 4.0T EA825 V8 (C8) (RS6/RS7 Performance)
4.0T V8 Engine Tune for the Audi RS6 Avant Performance 24+, RS7 Sportback Performance 24+
Features:
- Power Gains: Up to 795 HP / 864 FT-LBS (+189 AWHP / +220 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 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
- Supports Bolt-On Mods: Adding most hardware upgrades increases power without requiring a reflash or additional stages
- No TCU Required: Full torque is unlocked without requiring a TCU upgrade
- Lifetime Updates: Continuous improvements and support
- 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
Brand | APR |
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Engine Aspiration | Turbocharged |
Engine Configuration | V8 |
Engine Displacement | 4.0L |
Engine Family | EA825 |
Engine Orientation | Longitudinal |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Install Type | APR Dealer (Software Price Shown) |
Market | NAR |
Product Type | ECU Upgrade |
Part Number | ECU-40T-EA825-C8-PERF |
Important SFD Unlock Guide
Important fuel quality information
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APR Plus Warranty Booklet
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APR ECU Stages
OEM Turbo Software (Stage 1)
The APR Stage 1 ECU upgrade works with the factory turbocharger, producing up to 795 HP / 865 FT-LBS (+189 AWHP / +220 AWFT-LBS) over stock. Adding hardware like an intake, intercooler, or exhaust increases power further without requiring a new stage or reflash.
Options:
- Stock or louder exhaust noise (crackle/pops/burbles)
Transmission:
- No transmission software required for full output files.
Fuel Grades:
- 91 AKI (95 RON), 93 AKI (98 RON), 100 AKI (104 RON), 104 AKI (108 RON), and E60-E85 Ethanol.
- Higher fuel grades are permissible on lower octane software.
Hardware Requirements:
- No hardware required.
APR Plus Warranty:
- Optional limited powertrain warranty for 91 AKI in the USA/Canada. Requires original factory or APR-approved hardware.
Horsepower and Torque Dyno Charts
Select a Dyno | Select a Dyno Type |
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APR Calibration Report
Stage | HP | TQ | Max Gain | Max Gain |
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Stock As Reported by Audi (91 AKI) | 621 HP | 627 FT-LBS | ||
Stock As Measured by APR (93 AKI) | 621 HP | 652 FT-LBS | ||
APR Plus | ||||
91 AKI / 95 RON | 724 HP | 783 FT-LBS | +124 AWHP | +142 AWFT-LBS |
Stage 1 | ||||
91 AKI / 95 RON | 724 HP | 783 FT-LBS | +124 AWHP | +142 AWFT-LBS |
93 AKI / 98 RON | 745 HP | 804 FT-LBS | +140 AWHP | +160 AWFT -LBS |
100 AKI / 104 RON | 763 HP | 839 FT-LBS | +168 AWHP | +195 AWFT -LBS |
100 AKI / 104 RON | 778 HP | 864 FT-LBS | +189 AWHP | +220 AWFT -LBS |
E60-E85 Ethanol | 795 HP | 805 FT-LBS | +175 AWHP | +165 AWFT -LBS |
Stage 1 with Intake | ||||
E60-E85 Ethanol | 814 HP | 813 FT-LBS | +195 AWHP | +174 AWFT -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
Our performance software upgrade is available in multiple stages with optional features.
APR Plus (USA/Canada) | |
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APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade | $4,999.95 |
APR Stage 1 | |
APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade | $1,999.95 |
APR Stage 1 ECU Upgrade from APR Plus | FREE |
Purchasing, Guarantee, and Updates
Purchasing Options¹:
- Do-it-yourself: Purchase an APR Ultralink to connect your vehicle to the Ultralink Marketplace where you can shop, configure, and install APR software!†
- Do-it-for-me: Locate an APR Dealer and at their location they will sell and install APR software.
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.
†. Excludes APR Plus. Excludes some platforms. Dealer participation will vary. Visit our product page for details.
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