Supported Vehicles:
- Volkswagen MK7.5 GTI (MT & DSG)
Map Revision:
- Anti-Theft Mode v103
- Stage0 v103
- Valet Mode v103
- Stage1 91 v103
- Stage1 93 v103
Map Availability:
- Download from the COBB Tuning Volkswagen GTI OTS Map Database.
Required Accessport Firmware:
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
Hardware Requirements : Stage1 - Otherwise stock vehicle with the following modifications*:
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement, or COBB Tuning SF Intake System
- Exhaust requirements : Stock exhaust or upgraded cat-back exhaust
*The addition of any other hardware may make the vehicle perform poorly.
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.
Typical Stage 1 vs Stock Power:
Map | Peak Gains* |
|---|---|
| Stage1 91 | +16.6% HP / +16.7% TQ |
| Stage1 93 | +23.9% HP / +26.9% TQ |
Stage 1 91 vs. Stock
Stage 1 93 vs. Stock
*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.
Results may vary. Power as tested on 2019 GTI DSG using these identical calibrations. Generally speaking, the 91 octane calibration has a richer fuel curve and a less aggressive ignition advance map to help compensate for 91 octane fuel and/or less than ideal atmospheric conditions. The map designed for 93 octane is the most aggressive.
Map Version Notes:
Stage 1 Maps
- Stage1 91
- Fuel Requirements : 91 octane or better
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement, or COBB Tuning SF Intake System
- Exhaust Requirements : Stock exhaust or upgraded cat-back exhaust
- Boost level : ~22.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~13psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
- Stage1 93
- Fuel Requirements : 93 octane or better
- Intake Requirements : Stock airbox with stock air filter, drop-in replacement, or COBB Tuning SF Intake System
- Exhaust Requirements : Stock exhaust or upgraded cat-back exhaust
- Boost level : ~23.5 psi peak boost pressure tapering down to ~14psi as you approach the 6800RPM redline, +/- ~2psi.
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
- Fuel Requirements:
*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.
Revision Notes:
v103 –
- Stage1 91 and Stage1 93 OTS maps have been revised for an over all improved driving experience.
- Adustments made to default CCF Traction control.
v102 –
- Revised map naming for parity.
- Enabled Cobb Custom Features: Traction Control.
v101 –
- Enabled Cobb Custom Features: Launch control and Flat Foot Shift. More details here - COBB Custom Features: Volkswagen MK7
- Flat Foot Shift RPM (Per Gear):
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- Burn out mode Rev. Limit: 5000 RPM
- Launch Control Rev. Limit by speed/slot:
- Flat Foot Shift RPM (Per Gear):
v100 –
- Revised ignition timing, primary fueling and boost levels for performance and safety