TuneZilla strives for an OEM level of drivability and reliability. Their team of Calibrators from around the world painstakingly work to deliver repeatable performance on all of their base maps. One of the major differences between TuneZilla tunes and most of their competitor's tunes is their linear OEM-like throttle response. Where some software tuners increase throttle response to mask the actual output of their tunes by giving a very peaky feeling under acceleration, TuneZilla tunes are designed to make the most usable and consistent power curve possible to maintain a strong pull without a heavy fall off midway through the power band. All while generating peak power as early as possible in the RPM range. Most off the shelf tunes advertise an attractive peak power figure but suffer from a sudden drop in torque and a lower torque curve throughout the remainder of the RPM range.
Fitment/Applications:
- 2015-2020 VW Mk7/Mk7.5 Golf R
- 2015-2020 Audi 8V S3
- 2016-2023 Audi 8S TT-S
DSG Equipped Vehicles - Please Note
You must install a TuneZilla TCU tune to your vehicle in order to use this ECU tune. Two options are available. You may either purchase the full TuneZilla Stage 1 and 2 TCU tune, or use a free Stage Plus TCU tune that simply unlocks the torque limit on the DSG transmission. To learn more and to select one of these options, please click or tap here if you have a 2015-2017 modeI, or here if you have a 2018-2020 model.
ECU Add-ons
Map Switch
Map Switching - The Multi-Map feature can support up to 4 maps. Maps are selectable through cruise control stock, or a pedal sequence (pedal dance)- To select your multiple maps, you will need to create a Tune Request through the TuneZilla Portal App after purchasing this feature.
Included Optional Features
These optional features can be added via Instatune when flashing your vehicle
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Selectable on Instatune |
Feature |
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Left Foot Brake Enable |
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Overrun Exhaust Crackle |
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Hard Cut Limiter |
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Flex Fuel Support |
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Available Stages:
Stage 1 - 356 HP / 335 LB-FT (+64 HP / +55 LB-FT)
Features
- INCREASED REV LIMITER
- ADJUST TIMING TO OPTIMIZE HIGHER OCTANE FUEL
- INCREASE THROTTLE RESPONSE
- ADJUST BOOST REQUEST VALUES
- OPTIMIZED FUEL TRIM ADJUSTMENTS
- 91 OCT and 93 OCT FILES
- HIGH OIL PRESSURE SWITCH POINT IS LOWERED FOR ENGINE LONGEVITY
- OPTIONAL MAP SWITCHING*
- OPTIONAL LEFT FOOT BRAKING ENABLED
- OPTIONAL OVERRUN CRACKLES
- OPTIONAL HARD CUT LIMITER
Stage 1 Requirements
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Upgrade |
Requirement |
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Minimum 91 Oct / 95 RON Fuel |
Required |
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DSG Tune |
Recommended |
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Clutch Upgrade (Manual) |
Recommended |
Notes
- 91 & 93 octane tunes available
- *Map switching tunes are available as a custom request only, they are not on InstaTune
Stage 2 - 396 HP / 376 LB-FT (+104 HP / +96 LB-FT)
Features
- Increased Rev Limiter
- Adjust timing to optimize high octane fuel
- Adjust boost request values
- Increase throttle response for improved pedal feel
- Optimized fuel trim adjustments
- High and Low Torque files
- High oil pressure switch point is lowered for engine longevity
- Optional Map Switching*
- Optional Left Foot Braking enabled
- Optional Overrun Crackles
- Optional Hard Cut Limiter
Stage 2 Requirements
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Upgrade |
Requirement |
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Minimum 93 Oct / 98 RON fuel |
Required |
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Downpipe Upgrade |
Required |
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Intercooler Upgrade |
Recommended |
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DSG Tune |
Required |
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Clutch Upgrade (manual) |
Highly Recommended |
Notes
- Clutch upgrade is highly recommended for Stage 2 tunes due to the increased Torque
- DSG tune is highly recommended for Stage 2 tunes to maintain drivability with increased torque
- *Map switching tunes are available through the Tune Request function on FZL app. They are not available through the Instatune server
Stage 3 (TC IS38-600) - 482 HP / 410 LB-FT (+190 HP / +130 LB-FT)
Partnering with their friends from Turbo Concepts TuneZilla has utilized the MQB performance turbo (TCQ38600) which is capable of supporting 600 crank horsepower.
This turbo has the following attributes
- PERFORMANCE TURBINE WHEEL
- CERAMIC BALL BEARING
- UPGRADED COMPRESSOR BILLET.MILLED COMPRESSOR WHEEL
- LARGER A/R .73 TURBINE HOUSING
- D5S CASTING MATERIAL
- ALL INTERNALS UPGRADED PERFORMANCE 360 THRUST BEARING
- LARGER INLET ADAPTER FOR DECREASING DEPRESSION
- LARGER FLOWING COMPRESSOR COVER
- VSR TESTED & PERFORMANCE BALANCED
To support this turbo, the fuel system will need to be upgraded. TuneZilla installed MPI and a Hellcat low pressure fuel pump to their S3. This combination delivers outstanding top-end without sacrificing low-end grunt, the perfect daily driver powerband.
TuneZilla's very own development S3 has gone 10.8 in the 1/4 on pump 93 with this setup, stock suspension and summer tires but capable of going faster when on Ethanol. It has achieved 10.69 on E20~ with a 1.59 60ft!
Get the Most from your Tune
Stage 3 Tunes are available on InstaTune as Off-The-Shelf base map files. In most cases, these files will work as intended, but due to variations in local fuel, hardware discrepancies, and vehicle condition, data logging may be required to ensure the tune is working as intended. If you do not have access to the required fuel specified on InstaTune, you may request a tune revision for your local available fuel. This may also require data logging to ensure correct adjustments are made to your tune.
Data logging is recommended (and in some cases may be required) to ensure customer satisfaction and engine longevity. TuneZilla's goal is to provide you with the best tuning solution for your hardware setup.
Tune Revisions
TuneZilla understands that their end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why they offer custom tune revisions on all of our base maps. By offering custom tuning to our customers, they can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle. TuneZilla base maps are tested at their facilities with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most off the shelf bolt on upgrades.
TuneZilla believes that it’s important for our customers to understand what is happening inside their engine so they can make informative decisions. The TuneZilla LOG VIEWER automatically generates your vehicles data log .csv files into easy to read graphs which can then be viewed by our Calibrators to find areas of optimization on your vehicle. Not only can this data be used to optimize your tunes, but a lot of troubleshooting and diagnosing can be done by comparing requested data to actual data at a glance.
The TuneZilla Difference
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Features
- Increased Rev Limiter
- Adjust timing to optimize high-octane fuel
- Adjust boost request values
- Increase throttle response for improved pedal feel
- Rev hang fix for manual cars
- Optimized fuel trim adjustments
- High oil pressure switch point is lowered for engine longevity
- Recalibrated sports display boost gauge to show actual boost pressure
- Recalibrated sports display Power gauge to correct calculated HP.
- Optional Map Switching*
- Optional Left Foot Braking enabled
- Optional Overrun Crackles
- Optional Hard Cut Limiter
Stage 3 Requirements
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Upgrade |
Requirement |
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Turbo Concepts TCQ38600 Turbo |
Required |
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Multi-Port Injection (MPI) |
Required - 980cc Injectors |
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Low Pressure Fuel Pump |
Required - Hellcat 525 |
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Intercooler Upgrade |
Required |
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Downpipe Upgrade |
Required |
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DSG Tune |
Required |
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Clutch Upgrade |
Required for Manual Transmission |
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Intake Upgrade |
Recommended |
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Charge piping Upgrade |
Recommended |
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Hi-Flow Exhaust |
Recommended |
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Octane Rating |
93AKI/98RON Min |
Notes
- 91AKI/95ron not supported for stage 3 - TC IS38-600
Flex Fuel Support
Flex Fuel is made possible by upgrading the fuelling system and adding an ethanol sensor. Benefits of ethanol is the cooling effect it has on the intake air temps. Lowering risk of knock, more efficiency during combustion, and the ability to advance timing even further to produce more horsepower. The true flex fuel tune allows the vehicle to self adjust the power output based on the ethanol content in your fuel. Simply add E85 to your tank and let the vehicle do all the math to adjust timing and boost. MPI is required to go Flex!
Flex Fuel Requirements
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Hardware Upgrade |
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All Stage 3 Requirements |
Required as Above |
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Ethanol Sensor |
Required |
Custom Tuning
If you feel that the existing TuneZilla tune offerings will not work for your application or your intended use, you can request Custom Tuning. Custom Tuning must be requested through the TuneZilla Ticket system, and you must provide vehicle information as well as hardware (upgrades) information. Once submitted, TuneZilla's team of calibrators will evaluate your request and determine if Custom Tuning can achieve your goals. If they are able to do this, your Tune Request will be accepted.
Custom Tuning requires heavy participation from you, and possibly us. TuneZilla's Calibrators will require that the vehicle has access to dyno time (available at our Maryland Shop Location if you are local) when needed, and data logging is required. If you are not comfortable with data logging, and if you may not be able to access a facility with a dyno (many facilities will rent dyno time) custom tuning may not be possible for you.
Custom Tuning vs. Off The Shelf Tuning
We understand that end users have varying driving styles and build purposes, which is why TuneZilla offers revisions on all of their Off-The-Shelf tunes. By offering Custom Tuning to customers, TuneZilla can be sure you are getting the most out of your vehicle with your specific parts upgrades. The TuneZilla OTS (off-the-shelf) maps are tested in house with as many variables as possible to ensure even if you don’t want to customize your tune, your vehicle’s OEM sensors and adaptations will still be able to optimize our tunes to your region’s fuel and most bolt-on upgrades. Tune Revisions are not the same as Custom Tunes. See TuneZilla Terms and Conditions for their re-tune policy (section 4b)
TuneZilla believes it’s important for customers to understand what is happening inside their engine so they can make informative decisions. The TuneZilla LOG VIEWER automatically generates your vehicles data log .csv files into easy to read graphs which can then be viewed by their Calibrators to find areas of optimization on your vehicle. Not only can this data be used to optimize your tunes, but a lot of troubleshooting and diagnosing can be done by comparing requested data to actual data at a glance.
In many cases, custom tuning is not required. If you are unsure if you will benefit from a Custom Tune, or are interested in getting a Custom Tune, please reach out to our team for more information.
Installation Options
Choose between installing yourself, or if you're local to us, our Aberdeen, MD shop can install this tune for you.
At Home Installation
In order to install this tune yourself, you will need a FlashZilla Pro tuning device and a computer installed with a Windows 10 or newer operating system. You may add a FlashZilla Pro to your order by selecting the option above.
If you already have access to a FlashZilla Pro tuning device, simply select the option above and we'll contact you about how you can add this tune to your existing account or how to create a new one if you don't already have one.
Professional Installation
If you are local to our Aberdeen, MD shop and would prefer to have us install this tune for you, please select the option above, place your order and we will contact you to set up an appointment.
