This shows how easy it is to tune the 3.0T engine

[Tumbo]

This shows how easy it is to tune the 3.0T engine -

Read and admire!

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1. GIAC Stage 1 software calibrations, compatible with factory exhaust and intake systems, are now available for the 2013+ Audi Q5 models that utilize Simos 8.51 ECUs. This software calibration offers dramatic improvements over the factory software, while retaining OEM-like drivability. We are proud to be the first ECU calibrator to offer a true software recalibration for these vehicles utilizing on-the-fly, switchable modes.
   
   Improved wheel horsepower and torque gains at 105-110 HP & 60-65 Ft. / Lbs. of torque, on 91 octane fuel.
   Estimated wheel gains as high as 109 horsepower and 93 Ft. / Lbs. of torque in some areas of the power band. (see chart below)
   Properly recalibrated air/fuel ratios and maximized boost pressures.
   Improved throttle response for a drive-by-cable system feel.
   Raised speed limiters to factory redline in final drive gear.
   Included stock, race and valet modes, in addition to a GIAC Handheld Program Switcher with purchase.

1. MSRP for all options and a handheld program switcher is $1500.00. Until further notice, all ECUs will need to be sent to GIAC for programming. NOTE: Until 4/30/2013, This software is on sale for $1200.00 MSRP and comes full loaded with a handheld switcher.
   
   
   Listed below are the ECU part numbers we have currently completed software for:
   
   • 8R0907551A

1. Crank horsepower figures based off of 272 hp and 294 ft. /lbs. of torque:
   
   

1. Raw wheel horsepower and torque figures collected from our Mustang Dyno:
   
   

1. Dynamometer test results from an MD-500 Mustang dyno are included here. The graph plots power tests (wheel HP and TQ) for a 2013 Audi Q5 3.0T. The red line denotes a completely stock Q5 with OEM software, exhaust, charge cooler, and an upgraded intake on 91 octane. The blue line denotes the same Q5 with GIAC 91 octane Stage 1 software, OEM exhaust, charge cooler, and an upgraded intake on 91 octane. All runs performed on the same 91 octane fuel, on the same day.
   
   Gains across the powerband over stock power figures (wheel horsepower):
   
   

 

[Giannis]

We are talking about the supercharged 3.0l V6, right?

 

[Tumbo]

We are talking about the supercharged 3.0l V6, right?

Yupp!
The one that you can find in the A6, A7, A8, S4, Q5, SQ5 and Q7

 

[Giannis]

Yupp!
The one that you can find in the A6, A7, A8, S4, Q5, SQ5 and Q7

So, how the hell can they do all that just from an ECU tune? They must have changed the chain of the supercharger, or it's magic!

 

[Tumbo]

So, how the hell can they do all that just from an ECU tune? They must have changed the chain of the supercharger, or it's magic!

It just shows how conservative Audi are with the figures of the 3.0T/4.0T engines. Cause, yupp, it was just through an ECU remap..

 

[Giannis]

It just shows how conservative Audi are with the figures of the 3.0T/4.0T engines. Cause, yupp, it was just through an ECU remap..

Aha!

I've got a question. Does this supercharger engine has anything like the N75 valve of Audi's turbocharged engines, or the boost pressure is controlled only by the supercharger chain/belt?

 

[ACE]

Aha!

I've got a question. Does this supercharger engine has anything like the N75 valve of Audi's turbocharged engines, or the boost pressure is controlled only by the supercharger chain/belt?

Unlike turbochargers, superchargers' boost pressure is nearly fixed in relation to engine speed. So the supercharger has an electronically controlled bypass valve which bleeds off boost pressure at higher revs to restrict the power to levels set by Audi marketing. By shutting the bypass valve electronically and delivering more fuel this supercharger/engine combination can produce over 400hp with just an ECU tune and no change to hardware.

 

[Deckhook]

^Whats the longterm reliability when this is done?

 

[Tumbo]

^Whats the longterm reliability when this is done?

This company provides you with full warranty, if anything should happen.

 

[Deckhook]

^Good to know. I've never experienced a chipped 3.0TFSI but the guy who chipped my Cayenne had done a few and he said they were a dream because their hp/torque stayed pretty true to the original with not the same peaks and dips that can be present in other tunes. In his opinion the tune felt more like a capacity increase than a boost.

 

[Tumbo]

^Good to know. I've never experienced a chipped 3.0TFSI but the guy who chipped my Cayenne had done a few and he said they were a dream because their hp/torque stayed pretty true to the original with not the same peaks and dips that can be present in other tunes. In his opinion the tune felt more like a capacity increase than a boost.

I'm actually concidering to buy a new 3.0T, instead of waiting for the SQ5 TFSI to arrive in Middle East (If it ever does). I mean, if you get a fully equipped S-Line 3.0T, and then do the ECU re-map, you may save yourself a lot of money...

 

[Deckhook]

^Plus you get the option of adaptive suspension on the normal Q5 which isn't available on the SQ5 and after driving one I'm kind of glad I cancelled because on my shitty back road its seriously firm.

 

[ACE]

^Whats the longterm reliability when this is done?

That depends on how often you use the additional power. If you thrash the car all the time then the additional heat and mechanical stress will reduce the life of all mechanical components.

This company provides you with full warranty, if anything should happen.

Be careful. Not all warranties are equal. Most tuner warranties just cover what they sold you, i.e. if their software stops working they will fix the software. When things go wrong they are going to tell you that Audi is responsible for the rest. What can you do when the tuner says your gearbox failure wasn't due to their tune but rather an Audi manufacturing fault? You won't be covered by either warranty and legal proceedings will cost more than the repair. The realistic view is to assume that you have no warranty for mechanical components after a tune. Your Audi warranty for non-mechanical components will still be fine though.

 

[mini_cooper4]

That depends on how often you use the additional power. If you thrash the car all the time then the additional heat and mechanical stress will reduce the life of all mechanical components.

Be careful. Not all warranties are equal. Most tuner warranties just cover what they sold you, i.e. if their software stops working they will fix the software. When things go wrong they are going to tell you that Audi is responsible for the rest. What can you do when the tuner says your gearbox failure wasn't due to their tune but rather an Audi manufacturing fault? You won't be covered by either warranty and legal proceedings will cost more than the repair. The realistic view is to assume that you have no warranty for mechanical components after a tune. Your Audi warranty for non-mechanical components will still be fine though.

One of the reasons I find tuning new cars as a very stupid idea