Supported Vehicles:
Audi A3 (8V) USDM
- Sedan
- 6-speed Quattro 2015-2018
- 7-speed Quattro 2019-2020
- 7-speed FWD 2017-2020
- Cabriolet
- 6-speed Quattro 2015-2018
- 7-speed Quattro 2019
- 7-speed FWD 2017-2020
Map Revision:
- Anti-Theft Mode v201
- Stage0 v201
- Valet Mode v201
- Stage1 91 v201
- Stage1 93 v201
- Stage2 91 v201
- Stage2 93 v201
- Stage3 91 v201
- Stage3 93 v201
- Stage IS38 91 v201
- Stage IS38 93 v201
Map Availability:
- Download from the COBB Tuning Volkswagen GTI OTS Map Database.
Required Accessport Firmware:
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Running a stage 2 map on a vehicle without an upgraded clutch or DSG tune may cause slipping or damage to your clutch/clutch pack. |
COBB Custom ECU Features
- COBB Custom Features: Burnout Mode on MK7 Vehicles
- COBB Custom Features: How to Use Flat Foot Shift on MK7 Vehicles
- COBB Custom Features: Launch Control on MK7 Vehicles
- COBB Custom Features: COBB Traction Control on MK7 Vehicles
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We've noticed a few simple issues can cause flashing your car to fail so it's critical to watch out for these problems.
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Each map lists the minimum required octane. A higher octane fuel can be used safely on a map designed for lower octane. DO NOT use maps designed for higher octane with lower octane fuels. Top Tier gasoline should be used where available.
- Maps designated with "93" are for use with 93 and 94 octane fuel or better.
- Maps designated with "91" are for use with 91 and 92 octane fuel or better.
These maps are designed for E10 fuel (fuel with 10% ethanol content). For those who only have access to E0 fuel (fuel with 0% ethanol) it is recommended to use the "91" octane version of the maps and datalog the car to ensure your fuel is performing to the necessary level. This is especially important for those using Canadian 94 octane E0 fuel.
If you are unfamiliar with how to datalog using the Accessport or what to look for, you can find a guide on our website here.
If knock or detonation is present even when using the appropriate fuel, try reflashing a map that is intended for a lower octane fuel.
Stage 1
Map
Peak Gains*
Stage1
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter
- Exhaust requirements : Stock exhaust
- Boost Target:
- 91 Octane 95 RON: ~22.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~13psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
- 93 Octane 98 RON: ~23.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~14psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
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*Peak gains are measured as the difference between the highest points of the two plots. *Largest gains are measured as the largest gain at any single point between the two plots. |
Stage 2
Map
Peak Gains*
Stage2 93
+26.1% HP / +28.9% TQ
Stage2
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement
- Exhaust requirements : Stock exhaust
- Intercooler: AMS Performance Front Mount Intercooler GTI
- Drivetrain: Upgraded Clutch or DSG Software Recommended
- Boost Target:
- 91 Octane 95 RON: ~24 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~15 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
- 93 Octane 98 RON: ~25.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~16 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
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*Peak gains are measured as the difference between the highest points of the two plots. *Largest gains are measured as the largest gain at any single point between the two plots. |
Stage 3
Map
Peak Gains*
Stage3 93
+26.1% HP / +38.6% TQ
Stage3
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement
- Exhaust requirements : COBB High Flow Catted Downpipe
- Intercooler: AMS Performance Front Mount Intercooler GTI
- Drivetrain: Upgraded Clutch or DSG Software Recommended
- Boost Target:
- 91 Octane 95 RON: ~26 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~15 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
- 93 Octane 98 RON: ~27.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~16 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
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*Peak gains are measured as the difference between the highest points of the two plots. *Largest gains are measured as the largest gain at any single point between the two plots. |
Stage3 IS38
Map
Peak Gains*
Stage IS38 93
+42.5% HP / +44.2% TQ
Stage3 IS38
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement
- Exhaust requirements : COBB High Flow Catted Downpipe
- Intercooler: AMS Performance Front Mount Intercooler GTI
- Drivetrain: Upgraded Clutch or DSG Software Recommended
- Fuel System: Volkswagen Fuel Pump Internals GTI MK7-2015-2017
- Turbocharger: Factory IS38
- Boost Target:
- 91 Octane 95 RON: ~27 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~21 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
- 93 Octane 98 RON: ~29.2 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~26 psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
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*Peak gains are measured as the difference between the highest points of the two plots. *Largest gains are measured as the largest gain at any single point between the two plots. |
Non-Performance Maps
Anti-Theft Mode
- Will not allow vehicle to start
Valet
- Fuel Requirements:
- 91 octane or better
- Intake Requirements: Stock airbox and stock air filter
- Exhaust Requirements: Stock exhaust
- Boost Targets: Mechanical minimum
- Rev Limiter: 3000RPM
*Not intended for aggressive driving*
High Altitude:
A quick note for those of you that live at higher altitudes: it is common for turbocharged cars at higher altitudes to run less boost pressure due to lower air pressure and air density. Your turbocharger has to work harder to compress a less dense air mass compared to the same turbocharger at sea level. This must be factored in when determining if your turbocharger is running the proper amount of boost pressure and not being pushed beyond its efficiency range.
Example: If you live in Denver at 5280 ft. and are trying to run a peak boost pressure of 15 psi, your turbocharger has to work the equivalent of making ~17.5 psi at sea level.
There are barometric compensations within the factory ECU that lower boost targets as you climb in altitude in an effort to keep the turbocharger in its optimal range. The COBB performance maps utilize these compensations and therefore, it is perfectly normal for the final boost / load value to be lower than what is listed for your map.