RacingLine Tuning Software - Audi S3 8V GPF
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Unlock the potential of your Audi S3 8V GPF with RacingLine OEM+ software: a calibration developed for the engine, fuel and hardware configuration, with usable performance throughout the rev range.
Performance at a glance
| Stage 1 | Stock reference | Tuned | Gain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power (PS) | 300 | 355 | +55 |
| Torque (Nm) | 380 | 465 | +85 |
RacingLine published engine-family reference, in PS and Nm. Factory output varies by vehicle. Figures are illustrative and depend on fuel, hardware, engine condition and test method.
Choose your software package
- ECU only — £570.00 inc VAT (£475.00 ex VAT). Engine calibration licence.
- ECU + TCU — £900.00 inc VAT (£750.00 ex VAT). Engine calibration plus tuning for the compatible gearbox controller.
Software price only. Flashing labour, fitting, PDM/cables, controller unlocks, turbochargers and other hardware are additional. Purchase the licence online; activation requires a compatible vehicle and installation arrangement. A software purchase does not include a PDM or an automatic download for an unsupported controller.
Stages and supporting hardware
Stage 1 needs no engine hardware changes. Stage 1+ for GPF cars requires the R600 intake pack, turbo inlet and intercooler while retaining the factory exhaust and GPF. Stage 2 requires the intake pack, intercooler and high-flow catalyst; it is unsuitable for UK road use if it requires removal of a factory GPF. The non-GPF hybrid Stage 3 route adds the specified hybrid turbo and high-pressure fuel pump to the Stage 2 hardware. DSG tuning is essential for Stage 3. POWERMAX uses a different Garrett turbo calibration and carries a separate licence charge.
| Calibration | Power (PS) | Torque (Nm) |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1+ (GPF retained) | 375 | 480 |
Stage 3 POWERMAX is available with a separate licence price. View this vehicle’s POWERMAX software. The Garrett POWERMAX calibration is distinct from the RacingLine hybrid-turbo Stage 3 route.
RacingLine dyno graph
Supplier development example for this engine family. Further published graphs are available in the image gallery.
Why RacingLine OEM+?
RacingLine develops its calibrations alongside its performance hardware, with experience from road, track and dyno testing. The aim is a consistent delivery of power and torque with smooth everyday behaviour, rather than a peak figure alone. OEM+ also supports a return to the vehicle’s original stock calibration.
Application-dependent features include revised rev and speed limits, left-foot braking support, rescaled performance gauges and a start/stop default change. Feature availability depends on the controller and selected calibration.
Compatible gearbox tuning revises torque handling and shift behaviour to complement the ECU calibration. DSG dynamic software varies clutch pressure with load, combining everyday driving with the extra torque of the engine calibration. A gearbox licence does not include a physical clutch or a controller unlock.
Vehicle compatibility and installation
- Audi S3 8V — 2.0 TSI GPF
- Engine/controller application: MQB 2.0TSI IS38
- Listed transmission: DQ381
Match the engine code, original power, turbo, emissions equipment and ECU/TCU software IDs before activation. A registration year alone does not establish compatibility. Newer locked controllers may require an additional unlock or may not support direct flashing.
Installation is through an authorised tuning centre or, for a supported application, a separately purchased RacingLine PDM. PDM availability must be checked for the actual controller; it is not included in this listing.
Tuning can affect manufacturer warranty and insurance cover. Retain emissions equipment required for road use, and maintain the vehicle appropriately for the increased output.
Performance information and supplier graphs: RacingLine MQB 2.0TSI IS38 software. Prices follow the 2026 supplier schedule.
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