LEADING FEATURES
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Innovative mobile tuning for an easy install
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Thrilling power and acceleration gains
- Stage 1 delivers up to 457HP and 460ft-lbs TQ
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91, 93, 104, & E85 fuel maps (95, 98, 108 RON)
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Compatible with stock hardware or basic bolt-ons
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Available with matching transmission tune
- Full torque power with or without transmission tune
- ENGINE TUNES
- TRANSMISSION TUNE
- POWER RESULTS
Take control of your VW MK8 Golf R or Audi 8Y S3 2.0T with iE'S POWERlink Mobile Tuning Suite. Plug the iE Bluetooth dongle into your vehicle’s OBD II port to create a wireless link to our responsive mobile app. Flash tunes, change launch control settings, switch octanes, upgrade stages, run diagnostics, monitor live data, and more—all from your Apple or Android phone!
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ECU STAGES
HIGH-PERFORMANCE ENGINE SOFTWARE
STAGE 1
UP TO 457HP & 460FT-LBS TORQUE
The iE Stage 1 ECU tune is a simple flash-only upgrade that overhauls the factory engine computer and delivers instant power. Enjoy a broader powerband, a thrilling 7000RPM rev limit, enthusiast drive mapping, snappy thorttle response, removed speed limiters, and increased boost pressures for faster 0-60 times and stronger acceleration. Stage 1 can be installed on a stock vehicle and adapts to intake and intercooler upgrades. Includes 91, 93, 104, and E85 octane options.
See the performance tab for power results and dyno charts.
Upgrading is Easy: Moving from Stage 1 to Stage 2 or beyond is seamless. Simply install the required hardware and use your POWERlink app to purchase the tune upgrade—you only pay the difference in tune cost with no extra fees!
UPGRADE GUIDE
While no hardware upgrades are required for Stage 1, upgrading the intake and intercooler will provide increased airflow, lower intake air temps, and quicker heat soak recovery for an overall more efficient and faster vehicle.
| PART UPGRADE | STAGE 1 | NOTES |
| AIR INTAKE | | Optional |
| TCU TUNE | | Recommended |
| | Optional | |
| CATBACK EXHAUST | | Optional |
| DOWNPIPE | X | Not Compatible With Stage 1 |
INCLUDED FEATURES
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NEXT-LEVEL CUSTOMER SUPPORT
We sweat the details and prioritize customers in everything we do. We want what you want; a simple purchase process with products that exceed expectations. If you have any questions or require support with your tunes; our educated customer support team is standing by. Purchasing an iE tune not only guarantees a quality product, it's a promise that you will always have us in your corner.
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TCU TUNE
HIGH-PERFORMANCE TRANSMISSION SOFTWARE
HARMONIZED POWER
Unlock the full potential of your iE ECU tune with our matching TCU (Transmission Control Unit) tune. Enhancing shift speeds, removing torque limiters, preventing transmission slip, and introducing adjustable launch control, this upgrade delivers a dramatic improvement in launch power, pulling force, shift responsiveness, and overall acceleration.
- Lightning-Fast Shifts: Further improves acceleration and 0-60 times
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Full Power Unleashed: Removes power-restricting torque limiters
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Adjustable Launch Control: Fine-tune your launch to your setup
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Aggressive Torque Cut on Shifts: Maintain boost between gears
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Always-On Gear Display: Displays the current gear in all modes
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Kickdown Disabled in Sport-Manual Mode: No unexpected shifts
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Optimized Shift Scheduling: Shift strategies for faster response
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Raised Manual Auto-Upshift: Increased to 6900 RPM
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Optional No Auto-Upshift: In manual mode, opt to remove automatic upshifts for total gear control.
Important note: Transmission tuning is compatible with most 2022+ MK8 models. Some transmissions are equipped with advanced security locks that prevent tuning. If your vehicle’s transmission cannot be unlocked, we will provide a full refund for the TCU tune. You can also verify compatibility with your TCU using our easy step-by-step MK8 TCU Unlock Guide.
FULL POWER ON ANY TRANSMISSION
Factory transmission calibrations include torque limiters that reduce engine power when power limits are exceeded. The iE TCU Tune raises these limits, allowing your engine tune to deliver full power and torque. For models with locked TCUs or customers who don’t purchase the TCU tune, iE’s innovative ECU tune communicates torque from the ECU side, ensuring full horsepower and torque output without relying on a reduced power “Low Torque” file or tune.
VARIABLE LAUNCH CONTROL
Get ready for explosive launches with iE’s variable launch control. Choose between three launch RPM settings to dial in the perfect balance of grip and power for your vehicle’s setup. Each setting includes two RPM settings engaged by the throttle position:
- Apply 100% throttle input without engaging the kickdown switch to launch from the minimal chosen RPM.
- Engage full pedal pressure while activating the kickdown switch to launch with additional RPMs, delivering the most aggressive launch.
| LAUNCH SETTING | MINIMUM RPM | MAXIMUM RPM |
| STREET | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| AGGRESSIVE | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| RACE | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
DRIVING ENHANCEMENTS
The stock transmission tuning often doesn’t meet the demands of performance enthusiasts. iE’s TCU tune fully revamps the transmission drive-mapping strategy, ensuring precise, enthusiast-focused performance for every drive. Enjoy a much more responsive transmission with crisp, fast shifts and buttery smooth power delivery.
POWER RESULTS
North American Region (NAR) = AKI / Rest Of World (ROW) = RON
| STAGE / FUEL | HORSEPOWER | TORQUE |
| Stock VW/Audi advertised numbers | 315 HP | 295 FT-LBS |
| Stock IE dyno numbers | 324 HP | 330 FT-LBS |
| Stage 1 91 AKI / 95 RON | 385 HP | 403 FT-LBS |
| Stage 1 93 AKI / 98 RON | 397 HP | 407 FT-LBS |
| Stage 1 104 AKI / 108 RON | 441 HP | 449 FT-LBS |
| Stage 1 Ethanol E60-E85 | 457 HP | 460 FT-LBS |
A stage 1 low torque file is included for manual transmissions w/stock clutch.
DYNO CHARTS
Dyno numbers are for reference against stock numbers only. Personal dyno results will vary depending on fuel quality, local conditions, dyno brand, and correction factors.
TUNE UPDATES
Your tune purchase entitles you to free updates to any tune revisions, new octanes, standard features, or software updates. In the event the original vehicle manufacturer issues an ECU or TCU update, this will also be included to you through iE at no additional charge.
POWERLINK VINS
Have multiple cars in the family or friends that are also ready for an iE Tune? Your POWERlink Flash Tool can be used on up to 5 different vehicle VINs. Tunes sold separately.
TUNE REGISTRATION
Once a tune purchase is applied to your vehicle's ECU or TCU, the tune is permanently registered to the vehicle and non-transferable to other vehicles. Tunes can be transferred to a second party in the event of vehicle transfer of ownership only.
REST OF WORLD (ROW) SUPPORT
Although IE does offer ROW purchases of software files, some ECUs available only in certain countries or markets may not be supported in our current file library. If you have access to read your ECU code, please contact us to verify compatibility before purchase.
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FITMENT GUIDE
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR | ENGINE |
| VW | Golf R | 2022-2024 (MK8) | 2.0T EA888 Gen 4 EVO |
| AUDI | S3 | 2022-2024 (8Y) | 2.0T EA888 Gen 4 EVO |
*Some transmissions feature advance security lockouts and are not avialable for tuning, check TCU tab for more info before ordering.