VW Comprehensive Turbocharger Upgrade Kit - APR KIT-02532

NOTE:

• This comprehensive kit has been curated by our in house experts to be completely all inclusive with all of the hardware and components necessary to complete the job start to finish.
• A Tune is needed to accommodate this turbocharger upgrade, you may be interested in an APR Ultralink Cable

The APR Stage 3 PowerMax GT2563S Turbocharger System for the MQB/MQB Evo 2.0T Ea888.4 (280-333 PS) engine, such as the MK8 Golf R, S3, Arteon, and many others, is a direct bolt-on upgrade that includes a Garrett turbocharger, installation kit, and APR software upgrade. This system delivers an impressive 478-543 HP and 409-435 FTLBS of torque, depending on octane level. Designed to maximize power with just an intake and intercooler, it requires no additional hardware.

The Garrett PowerMax GT2563S Turbocharger provides a 20% increase in compressor flow and a 37% increase in turbine flow compared to the factory Continental turbocharger, all within a direct replacement bolt-on package. The turbine wheel, made from a Mar-M alloy rated for 1050°C, ensures the system can operate under extreme conditions without compromising reliability.

The kit includes an upgrade to APR Stage 3 software from a lower stage, designed to achieve the specified power levels with only the intake and intercooler system. There is no need for additional, costly, or emissions-impacting exhaust systems, fueling modifications, or sensors at this power level.

The horsepower and torque gains achieved with this turbocharger upgrade are substantial. APR's calibration engineering experts dedicated months to fine-tuning the Stage 3 Pmax engine and transmission software to provide an exceptional driving experience without imposing undue risk on your engine's lifespan. Reliability is a core principle of the APR experience and was a paramount design requirement for our engineering team.

The software is available in both high and low torque configurations to respect transmission limits when additional upgrades, such as our Stage 3 TCU upgrade, are not feasible. While the turbocharger is capable of higher low-end torque, prioritizing engine reliability necessitates discipline. Our software delivers a smooth, linear torque curve across both configurations and various octane levels, ensuring an exhilarating drive without placing undue stress on engine components.

In designing this upgrade, our team meticulously adhered to Garrett's prescribed specifications for turbocharger reliability, including exhaust gas temperature and turbocharger shaft speed limits. Additionally, the software is calibrated to operate within the limits of factory sensors and fueling hardware, delivering a dependable driving experience.

APR's calibration experts have also integrated additional safety and protection protocols into the ECU to guard against LSPI, knock, turbo shaft speed, exhaust gas temperature, turbo discharge temperature, exhaust back pressure, and fuel system limits. This ensures that drivers can fully enjoy their vehicle's performance without undue concern for premature component failure. At APR, we enhance the driving experience by delivering performance without compromise!

Features:

• Direct replacement Garrett PowerMax GT2563S Turbocharger
• Delivers up to 478-543 HP and 409-435 FT-LBS of torque
• Gains as high as +127-193 AWHP and +96-145 AWFT-LBS of torque over stock over (2022 US Golf R Baseline)
• Free upgrade to APR Stage 3 ECU/TCU from lower stage
• Install hardware kit included
• Plug-and-play with stock hardware
• Power figures achieved on the stock exhaust & fueling with APR Intake & Intercooler
• Does not alter emissions components
• +20% compressor flow and +37% turbine flow compared to the factory turbo
• Application specifically derived Garrett compressor wheel and turbine aero
• Mar-M alloy turbine wheel and stainless steel turbine housing rated for 1050°C
• Fully machined speed sensor port
• Integrated thrust bearing reinforced for application

Emissions:

This part is legal under the provisions of EPA’s Tampering Policy dated November 23rd, 2020. The company has reasonable basis (test results) to verify that this product allows the vehicle to operate within legal emissions standards and is therefore legal to be sold for on-street use in all states that accept the legal provisions of the Clean Air Act and the EPA Tampering Policy. This product is NOT LEGAL FOR SALE OR USE IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. Testing with the California Air Resources Board, in order to achieve 50-state compliance, is pending with CARB. Once testing is complete with California, and an E.O. number is issued, this product will be updated to 50-state legal status.

Tech Resources:

Instructions Found HERE

Specific software is required to use this system. Software is included for various vehicles. Software compatibility must be checked before purchase. This kit includes an upgrade to Stage 3 from a lower stage. To get the advertised request, use a the APR Intake and APR Intercooler system. Factory 10,000 mile oil intervals are excessive. Cut oil intervals in half. To add an additional layer of protection, use a high performance oil matching the factory weight and minimum factory specs.

APR CALIBRATION REPORT

Stock Power:

• Stock As Reported by OEM (91 AKI) 315 HP 310 FT-LBS
• Stock As Measured by APR (93 AKI) 349 HP 322 FT-LBS

Stage 3 (Torque Limited)

• 91 AKI / 95 RON 478 HP 379 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 127 HP 96 FT-LBS)
• 93 AKI / 98 RON 480 HP 382 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 130 HP 98 FT-LBS)
• 100 AKI / 104 RON 485 HP 384 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 134 HP 101 FT-LBS)
• 104 AKI / 108 RON 487 HP 385 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 137 HP 103 FT-LBS)
• E60-E85 Ethanol 492 HP 385 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 141 HP 106 FT-LBS)

Stage 3 (Full Torque)

• 91 AKI / 95 RON 478 HP / 409 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 127 HP 96 FT-LBS)
• 93 AKI / 98 RON 482 HP / 416 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 132 HP 104 FT-LBS)
• 100 AKI / 104 RON 531 HP / 425 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 180 HP 135 FT-LBS)
• 104 AKI / 108 RON 543 HP / 435 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 193 HP 145 FT-LBS)
• E60-E85 Ethanol 506 HP / 431 FT-LBS (Max Gain: 156 HP 125 FT-LBS)

Limited torque software is available.

Only use fuel equal to or higher than specified. Never use a lower octane fuel. Always follow our Fuel Guide, especially with race fuel and Ethanol, where available. Dynos are for reference only. Results will vary. Contributing factors include the vehicle condition, vehicle setup, dyno type, dyno setup, environmental factors, fuel quality, and more. When describing fuels, the North American Region (NAR) uses the Anti-Knock Index (AKI), (RON+MON)/2, or (R+M)/2. The Rest of the World (ROW) uses RON. RON is Research Octane Number and MON is Motor Octane Number.¹ APR Plus available.