Questions? We've got answers.
034Motorsport 4M.5 Audi SQ7 & 4M8 SQ8 EA825 4.0T Dynamic+ Performance ECU & 8HP95 ZF8 Transmission Tuning Bundle
Stock (Measured by 034): 518 HP / 568 TQ
Stage 1: 624 HP / 682 TQ (91 Octane)
Stage 1: 669 HP / 727 TQ (93 Octane)
Stage 1: 743 HP / 669 TQ (E60-E85 Octane)
Stage 1: 748 HP / 768 TQ (E40 Blend)
The Benchmark Just Moved
Your SQ7 or SQ8 isn’t just something you take out on weekends. It’s the daily driver, the road trip car, the SUV that handles everything life throws at it, backed by decades of Audi performance engineering.
034Motorsport Dynamic+ software builds on that foundation the right way. More power without sacrificing the smoothness and drivability you expect every day.
Audi uses “Dynamic” for its performance factory modes. Dynamic+ picks up where Audi left off, providing transformative performance in a package as refined and reliable as if it came from the factory with it. For us, Dynamic+ isn’t just a name. It’s the approach to tuning that we’ve refined across dozens of Audi platforms for over 20 years.
Every calibration is built with Dynamic+ in mind, making real gains without compromising quality, reliability, drivability, or usability.
Baseline is Everything
Every calibration starts the same way, with a completely stock vehicle. No assumptions, no shortcuts. Just a baseline.
Before anything changes, we spend time understanding how the car behaves as Audi engineered it. How the ECU, TCU, cooling systems, and torque management all work together. That foundation matters because the goal isn’t to fight the car, it’s to work with it.
When you understand how everything interacts from the factory, you can build on it the right way. That’s how you add performance without chipping away at long-term reliability.
Where Development Happens
From there, development becomes a constant loop of testing, refining, and validating.
We’re not just upping the boost and calling it done. Every table, every limiter, every safeguard is reviewed and adjusted with intention. The ECU and TCU are calibrated together so power delivery stays smooth, predictable, and usable in real driving.
It’s a hands-on process. Changes are made, tested immediately, and then reworked again until everything behaves exactly how it should.
Data-Driven, Not Guesswork
Factory data only tells part of the story. Dynamic+ goes much further.
We use expanded logging through secondary CAN Bus systems, extra OBD connections, and external sensors to capture significantly more data than stock. That gives us a much clearer picture of what’s actually happening, and lets us make adjustments with confidence.
Secondary CAN Bus and OBD ports for independent logging
Live calibration with real-time ECU adjustments
External sensors for EGT, EMAP, and other critical parameters
Every change is based on real data. Measured, validated, and refined to balance power with long-term reliability.
Beyond the Shop Walls
We don’t solely rely on the dyno to validate performance. The goal is to see how the car responds everywhere it might realistically be driven.
Race Track Testing to push sustained load, heat, and repeated high-speed use
Drag Strip Runs to evaluate acceleration, consistency, and launch behavior
High Elevation Testing to see how the car adapts to thinner air and changing conditions
Long-Term Mileage to confirm everything holds up over time, not just in short bursts
Each scenario exposes different variables. Together, they provide a complete picture of how the calibration performs in the real world.
The End Result
What you end up with isn’t just a faster SQ7 or SQ8. It’s a more complete one.
Through tens of thousands of road miles, hundreds of track miles, hundreds of drag passes and launches, altitude testing up to 12,000 feet, full capacity towing testing, and ambient temp testing from 5 degrees to 115 degrees, the Dynamic+ ECU and TCU tunes for the SQ7 and SQ8 keeps the refinement you expect, with a transformed experience ready and waiting for you at a touch of the throttle.
It starts every morning like stock, handles traffic without drama, and still delivers when you lean into it. This is what makes Dynamic+.
Key Features
-
Refined Throttle Mapping
Precise, tailored adjustments to the throttle mapping allow for smoother drivability even at these higher outputs, removing delays and providing precise control of acceleration back to the driver. -
Increased Horsepower and Torque Throughout the Powerband
Power and torque are increased across the entire powerband, delivering stronger acceleration and a broader, more usable power curve in all driving conditions. -
Raised Standing RPM Limiter
The standing RPM limiter in Park and Neutral is raised to 6400 RPM for a more responsive free-revving experience, while the rolling rev limiter remains around 6800 RPM. -
Rescaled Boost Gauge
The factory boost gauge is rescaled to accurately reflect higher boost targets, providing more precise and meaningful driver feedback. -
Optimized Thermal Management & Safety Systems for Higher Power
Factory safety systems are adjusted to operate effectively at increased power levels, ensuring reliable protection without compromising performance. Thermal strategies are recalibrated to support higher performance while maintaining engine safety. Oil and coolant temperatures are actively managed, and EGT protection is enhanced through enrichment and air-mass adjustments to control heat under load. -
Optimized Launch Control
Launch control is recalibrated for stronger, more consistent acceleration, with optimized moment reserve and ignition timing to improve traction and repeatability. -
Full Torque on Stock TCU
Full engine torque is delivered while maintaining compatibility with the stock 8HP95 ZF8 transmission calibration, eliminating the need for a separate TCU tune. -
VariSpec
VariSpec adds user-adjustable features that allow drivers to tailor vehicle behavior for a more personalized driving experience.
TCU Matters Too
8HP95 ZF8 TCU tuning for the 4M.5 SQ7 and 4M8 SQ8 features targeted, tailored calibrations designed to complement increased engine power. These refinements ensure smooth, refined power delivery while enhancing shift quality, drivability, and everyday usability. The result is a more responsive yet comfortable driving experience that seamlessly integrates added performance with OEM-like behavior.
-
Improved Torque Management
Torque calibration is specifically optimized for the EA825 4.0T and 8HP95 ZF8 transmission, ensuring the TCU remains fully aligned with increased output. This allows the drivetrain to handle higher torque levels with confidence while preserving the smooth, refined performance expected from the 4M.5 SQ7 and 4M8 SQ8 in all driving conditions. -
Gear Display in All Driving Modes
The active gear is displayed across all drive modes, providing constant visibility and improved driver awareness. This added feedback enhances driver confidence and control, whether cruising or pushing the vehicle in more dynamic driving situations. -
Kickdown Switch Disabled in Manual Mode
Kickdown is disabled in Manual mode, preventing unintended downshifts when pressing through the throttle detent. This ensures the 8HP95 ZF8 transmission holds the selected gear, giving the driver full control during spirited driving or when precise throttle modulation is required. -
No Auto Upshift
Automatic upshifts at redline are disabled in Manual mode, allowing the 8HP95 ZF8 transmission to hold the selected gear until the driver initiates a shift. This delivers a more engaging and predictable driving experience, and is especially beneficial for performance driving scenarios such as canyon runs, track days, HDPE, and autocross.
ECU Tune Supporting Modification Requirements:
| STAGE | REQUIRED MODIFICATIONS | RECOMMENDED MODIFICATIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 91/93 | No Hardware Required |
|
| Stage 1 E60-E85 | No Hardware Required |
|
| Stage 1 E40 | No Hardware Required |
|
034Motorsport Dynamic+ End User Flashing Kit R4:
034Motorsport's Dynamic+ End User Flashing Kit R4 allows customers to install their 034Motorsport Dynamic+ Performance Software themselves. In addition, End User Flashing allows Dynamic+ Performance Software customers to receive and install software updates and revisions, flash back to stock, or upgrade to the next stage of performance software for their vehicle.
Available at no additional charge is the 034SPI Mobile App, which allows you to easily flash your car, change fuel maps, configure live data displays, record and submit data logs to 034Motorsport's Tuning Support team, and utilize diagnostic support tools such as DTC/CEL code read/clear and more all from your mobile device! Available via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
Requirements for Windows-Based End User Flashing:
- Windows 10/11 Laptop with Available USB Port
- Power Supply for Laptop
- Secure Wired (Or Very Stable WiFi) High-Speed Internet Connection
- Battery Charger, 20AMP minimum (CTEK Brand recommended)
- Available Electrical Outlets
Requirements for 034SPI App End User Flashing:
- Dynamic+ End User Flashing Kit R4
- Apple Silicon-Based Mac Laptops (M1, M2, M3, M4)
- Apple iPhone or iPad Devices
- Android Phone or Tablet Devices
- Power Supply for Device (If Low Battery or Poor Health)
- Secure and Stable WiFi or LTE High-Speed Internet Connection
- Battery Charger, 20AMP minimum (CTEK Brand recommended for first flash)
- Available Electrical Outlets
034Motorsport End User Flashing Kit R4 Contents:
- 034Motorsport OBD-II Adapter
- USB-C to USB-A Cable
- USB-C to USB-C Cable
- Carrying Case
- User Credentials (Provided Via Email)
EMISSIONS DISCLAIMER
This product is sold for racing use as well as use on vehicles not registered for on highway use.
By purchasing this product, you understand that this product is sold for racing use as well as used on vehicles not registered for on highway use, and that it is not legal for use on highway or street vehicles.
Welcome to Dynamic+ Tuning!
034Motorsport's Dynamic+ Performance Software provides reliable horsepower and torque increases through driver-centric calibrations that elevate driving enjoyment and precision. The Dynamic+ Tuning Philosophy emphasizes safety and reliability, with the goal of optimizing power delivery without compromising the longevity of the engine and related components.
Included with the Purchase of Any Dynamic+ Tune:
-
30 Day Money Back Guarantee
034Motorsport offers a 30 Day Money Back Guarantee on Dynamic+ ECU & TCU Tuning Software & Flashing Cable to ensure your complete satisfaction with our products and tuning. If you are not 100% satisfied with the Dynamic+ Transformation on your Volkswagen or Audi, please email tuning@034motorsport.com within 30 calendar days of the initial flash, and we will process a full refund to the original payment method. -
Easy Map Switching
When purchasing any 034Motorsport staged tune, all octanes for that specific tune are included, as is the vehicle’s stock file.
Switching files is easy when using the Dynamic+ Flashing Portal on your Windows 10/11 computer. -
World Class Tuning Support
034Motorsport’s World Class Tuning Support Team is available 5 days a week standing by to answer and assist with any questions you may have regarding your Dynamic+ Tune, recommended hardware upgrades, or help to diagnose any issues you may have with your vehicle while flashing, or after you’ve flashed. -
Advanced Technological Support
The 034Motorsport Dynamic+ Tuning Suite also offers enhanced features to allow users to datalog their Volkswagen or Audi to ensure that it is running properly. This logger is available to be used with our Tuning Support Team and is not designed to be reviewed by the end user.
034Motorsport Dynamic+ Flashing Portal:
- Click Here to Download for Windows 10/11 PC
- Click Here to Download For iPhone/iPad/iMac
- Click Here to Download For Android
Notes Regarding Crackle Overrun
Crackle results may vary based on ECU box code variations, fuels, exhaust setup, and geographic locations. 034Motorsport also offers no-crackle files available upon request. Please email Tuning@034Motorsport.com for more information if you do not see them in your flashing portal.
Product & Flashing Disclaimers
Later model year vehicles (Late 2023+) may have additional flashing protections under SFD/SFD2 protocols that require additional unlock steps before tuning. Contact tuning@034motorsport.com if you are unable to successfully flash for further assistance.
Some TCUs from mid 2022+ may be locked and unflashable at this time. The only way to confirm is to attempt the TCU flash. 034Motorsport is developing an unlock tool to provide for these later transmissions and will announce that availability/compatibility when completed.
Tune file availability is subject ECU box code variances.
Fitment/Applications:
- Audi SQ7 2020-2023* 4M/4M.5 4.0 TFSI
- Audi SQ8 2020-2023* 4M8 4.0 TFSI