Don’t Miss These Four Audi A4 B8/B8.5 Mods
The Audi B8/B8.5 A4 remains one of the most popular Audi models to modify today. Since its debut in 2009, this Audi's sporty 2.0L TSI turbo engine quickly became an enthusiast favorite. While we love the Audi A4 B8 modified or not, this particular Audi model’s ability to transform into a beast on the road with simple modifications is one of our favorite things about it.
Ready for our top Audi A4 B8 tuning tips and recommendations? Our beginner’s modification guide below includes all you need to turn your A4 into your dream Audi.
1. IE PERFORMANCE ECU TUNING
When it comes to adding more fun, thrills, and performance to your A4, ECU tuning is the fastest and easiest way to increase horsepower, torque, 0-60 acceleration, and more. All you need is your Apple or Android phone and the cutting-edge IE POWERlink Flash Tool to unleash your engine’s full potential.
IE engineers have equipped our Audi A4 tuning solutions with industry-leading technology to completely reverse engineer the factory mapping and safely modify your A4 to maximize performance.
Our many years of professionally tuning high-powered race vehicles and intimate knowledge of Audi engines have resulted in a wicked fast A4 on both the street or the track. In fact, an IE stage 1 tune will deliver up to 59HP over stock in only minutes without even touching a wrench!
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2. IE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
If you’re looking to increase performance look no further than an upgraded air intake. Not only does a specially-made air intake increase throttle response, but it also adds horsepower, torque, and a more aggressive sound. An air intake is able to do this by delivering colder air to your turbocharger and engine.
IE's motorsport-engineered cold air intake system delivers optimal airflow through a high-flow velocity stake, custom heat shield, perfect fitment, stealth coolant line, and more.
3. IE FDS INTERCOOLER
When pushed to higher levels of power the factory intercooler on an Audi A4 cannot properly dissipate heat from the engine. If this happens then your engine will pull power back to safe levels, reducing performance. This is called “heat soak.”
The IE FDS (Flow Distribution System) Intercooler System eliminates heat soak and increases horsepower and reliability.
Unlike other intercoolers on the market which rely on natural airflow across the core, our FDS technology uses precisely shaped and placed fins cast into the intake plenum to push air evenly across the large core volume effectively. As a result, the IE FDS intercooler has been proven to reduce intake air temperatures more so than other units available, thus offering the largest power gains possible.
4. IE PERFORMANCE DOWNPIPE
Equipping your B8 A4 with an IE catted downpipe unlocks the ability to run a Stage 2 ECU tune for maximized horsepower, torque, and responsiveness from the stock turbocharger.
The Audi A4 exhaust leaves much to be desired when looking for more power. By increasing the flow of the downpipe with a larger 3" design and ultra high-flow catalytic converter, exhaust gases exit the exhaust much faster, reducing back pressure, and allowing the turbo to spin up faster and with less resistance on the exhaust turbine.
When installed with our Stage 2 ECU Tuning, the result is a significant power gain with up to 290HP and 350ft-lbs of torque.
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FAQs
What does B8 mean for the Audi A4?
What is the Audi A4 B8 exactly? The "B8" is Audi's internal designation for the eighth generation of the A4 model.
Each generation of the A4 gets a different letter-number combo (e.g., B5, B6, etc.)
The B in B8 refers to the “B” class of vehicles (usually compact cars like the Audi A4, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and BMW 3 Series). The 8 stands for the model generation.
What years are considered the Audi A4 B8 vs. A4 B8.5?
The B8 generation spans model years 2009 to 2016. It's further divided into:
- B8: 2009-2012 (pre-facelift)
- B8.5: 2013-2016 (facelift, with some styling and tech updates)
Is the Audi A4 B8 a good car?
The Audi A4 B8 is no longer a new car, and all used vehicles come with some degree of risk. But as is the case with most Audi models, the A4 B8 and B8.5 models have been overengineered, providing some of these benefits:
- Build Quality: Solid construction and high-quality materials.
- Performance: A range of engines offering a balance of power and efficiency.
- Handling: Sporty and engaging, especially with Quattro all-wheel drive.
- Refinement: Quiet and comfortable interior, making it great for daily driving.
Most enthusiasts agree that the performance, build quality, and handling of the Audi A4 B8 makes it not just a good car, but also a fun car.