Audi · S3 · 8V/8Y 2013–present
The Audi S3 shares its EA888 engine with the Golf R and sits on the same MQB platform — making it one of the most tuner-friendly performance cars available. Stage 1 takes it into RS3 territory.
| Standard | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 310hp | 380hp+70hp (+23%) | 430hp td> |
| Torque | 400Nm | 480Nm+80Nm (+20%) | 560Nm+160Nm |
| Engine | 2.0 TFSI EA888 · 1,984cc · Petrol | ||
| Warranty | Lifetime software warranty included | ||
Stage 1 & Stage 2
The EA888 in the S3 is the same unit used across the VW Group performance range. It's engineered conservatively from the factory, with the RS3's higher output achieved on identical hardware through software and minor component differences.
A Stage 1 remap on the Audi S3 requires no hardware modifications. Our specialist software recalibrates boost, fuelling and ignition timing within the engine’s safe limits, delivering instant, driveable gains you’ll feel from the first drive.
Stage 2 requires hardware modifications — typically a performance exhaust, uprated intercooler or induction kit. Combined with a custom ECU map, this unlocks the full potential of the 2.0 TFSI EA888 engine.
What Changes
We remap boost, fuelling, ignition timing and throttle response. The S3's torque curve broadens significantly, with power building earlier and holding harder to the redline — transforming it from a refined performance car into something genuinely rapid.
Factory boost is set conservatively. We raise it to the level the turbo and internals can comfortably sustain, unlocking power that was always there.
Fuel delivery is recalibrated to match the new boost levels precisely — giving a cleaner burn, better response and improved efficiency under light loads.
Timing is advanced where the engine can safely benefit, improving combustion efficiency and delivering more torque across the full rev range.
The factory throttle map is deliberately muted. We sharpen it so the car responds the moment you press the pedal — no lag, no hesitation.
Common Questions
Pricing depends on the specific variant and stage. Contact us for a quote — we’re competitively priced and include a lifetime software warranty on every remap. Call 01792 732 062 or fill in the booking form.
A quality remap modifies the ECU’s calibration data rather than adding any external hardware. While a dealership with specialist equipment could detect a changed map, it leaves no physical trace and does not trigger warning lights.
Both options are available. Our workshop in Ammanford has a MAHA 4WD dyno for before/after verification. Our mobile technicians also cover the whole of South Wales and can come to your home or workplace.
An S3 Stage 1 remap (around 380hp) produces more power than a standard RS3 8V (367hp). This makes the Stage 1 S3 one of the best-value performance upgrades in its class.
Yes — we also offer TCU remaps for the S-Tronic, which improve shift speeds, raise torque limits and sharpen the driving character to match the engine remap.
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