Harsany

I'm a power junkie. I have never really had a car that was too powerful. My Renntech E55 was close, but limitations with chassis and grip became an issue.

Audi has clearly underated the HP/TQ of this engine. What will a tune that will increase the HP/TQ by 25% based on Audi's stock figures get you as far as acceleration improvements? 2 to 3 tenths of a second to 60 perhaps?

Thoughts?

mik34

I guess it's a matter of personal preference. The car is certainly fast enough for nearly all driving conditions. But if I can get 100HP and tq with a tune, I'm probably going to do it. The price per HP should be worth it.

So does it NEED a tune, of course not. But do I want one, hell yes.

mwar99

Need? No. But boy would a tune be something else from what is being said!

achan

I don't think most will need it per se, but if the tune removes the throttle by wire lag, that alone would be worth it for me. Same situation when I tuned my R8 V10, the powerband and was notably smoother with less hiccups. Oh yea and the additional power doesn't suck

Harsany

Very good point. If it improves the lag I would be in for sure.

achan

I really hate this lag manufacturers have put in to the throttle by wire systems. Perhaps we are in the majority as most drivers are oblivious, but I like the car to do exactly what I ask, when I ask it to...

HyperS4

Oh man, Ive almost been hit 3 times in this car because of this stupid lag. Ill be making a left turn at a light or intersection thinking I have enough time before the car coming at me is close. But no, theres like a second or so of hesitation between putting the foot down and actually moving. Its extremely unerving to say the least!

achan

Same thing especially driving in NYC, it's a pain. Sources have indicated that the tune will remove this lag... I'm game

Harsany

Just drove the car in traffic in manual and dynamic...very very little lag.

Lazydog

My opinion is any lag is unacceptable.
I know I have lag in my '08 and I hate it.