Audi Tuning | VW Tuning

APR’s RSC™ Technology is now available for the MK6 Golf R in their newest 2.0T RSC™ 3″ Performance Exhaust System. RSC™ or Reflective Sound Cancellation allows for maximum exhaust gas flow while completely eliminating unwanted in cabin sound resonance known as “drone”. RSC™ incorporates innovative technologies developed in conjunction with NASA. With limited use of packing materials and no baffles, RSC™ allows for a completely straight and free flowing exhaust path throughout the RSC™ mufflers. Reflective Cancellation bounces the undesirable sound waves into each other to attenuate the wave and completely eliminate the low frequency tones that create drone. Each RSC™ muffler is tuned to eliminate specific, undesirable sound frequencies allowing only the engine’s true and desirable exhaust not to be heard and improving performance.

APR’s design specifications and manufacturing requirements result in a 3″ mandrel bend stainless steel performance exhaust system with minimal bends unmatched by any other. RSC™ technology ensures the maximum possible performance increases from any performance exhaust system while maintaining refined and unobtrusive sound inside the cabin.

Exhaust System Features

APR’s Golf R RSC™ Performance Exhaust System features the same great designs from APR’s Engineering Team and high quality manufacturing incorporating the following:

• High Flow Straight Through 3″ Unrestricted Design
• High Precision CNC Mig Welding
• High Precision Jewelry Grade Tig Welding
• Low Carbon Stainless Steel Construction
• 200 Cell Metal Matrix Catalyst
• Resonated AWD Downpipe
• High Strength Torca Exhaust Clamps
• Interchangeable Polished Stainless Steel or Diamond Black Tips
• Double Walled and Rolled Tips Laser Etched with APR Logo
• Lifetime Warranty

No cutting or modifications are required to install this system in any form. The Turboback System replaces the entire exhaust. The Catback System replaces the exhaust system after the factory catalytic converter pipe, includes a 3″ reducer to connect the factory exhaust without any cutting and remains emission compliant. The Downpipe replaces the factory catalytic converter system and includes a reducer to connect to the rear factory mufflers without any cutting. Please click on the system overview buttons to illustrate each configuration.

Exhaust Overview

Turboback System

Catback System

Downpipe System

Other Photos

Power Gains

Power gains were measured in identical testing conditions using APR’s in house dynamometer. The factory exhaust was tested against the APR RSC Turboback Exhaust in various software and hardware configurations. The average maximum gains were rounded down to the nearest 5 HP and are listed below. APR recorded gains between 10 and 25 HP in various configurations proving the exhaust’s 3″ straight through free flowing design increases power over the stock exhaust system.

Stock ECU
Stock Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

Stock ECU
VWR Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 15 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1 ECU
Stock Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1 ECU
VWR Intake
Stock HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 25 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1+ ECU
Stock Intake
APR HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 10 HP Peak Gain

APR Stage 1+ ECU vs APR Stage 2+ ECU
VWR Intake
APR HPFP
Stock Intercooler
Stock Exhaust vs APR RSC TBE = Averaged Around 25 HP Peak Gain

Application Guides

APR’s Turboback and Catback Exhaust Systems are available with included Polished Stainless Steel or Diamond Black exhaust tips. The tips are also available separately and can be changed at the owner’s pleasure. The “Exhaust Overview” section above visually breaks down each system to understand what’s included.

EXHAUST SYSTEM PRE-BUY! - Achtuning is accepting pre-buy orders at this time and anticipates exhaust systems to begin shipping around the 16th of May from APR.

SALES PRICING! - All Exhaust Systems are on Sale until April 30th.

Turboback Exhaust System w/ Polished Stainless Steel Tips
FE100047A
MSRP: $1,999.00
SALE: $1,799.00

Turboback Exhaust System w/ Diamond Black Tips
FE100047B
MSRP: $2,123.00
SALE: $1,910.70

Catback Exhaust System w/ Polished Stainless Steel Tips
CB100056A
MSRP: $1,157.00
SALE: $1,041.30

Catback Exhaust System w/ Diamond Black Tips
CB100056B
MSRP: $1,284.00
SALE: $1,155.60

Downpipe Exhaust System
CD100027
MSRP: $839.00
SALE: $755.10

Exhaust Tips Only – Polished Stainless Steel Tips
TC100014
MSRP: $159.00
SALE: $143.10

Exhaust Tips Only – Diamond Black Tips
TC100015
MRSP: $189.00
SALE: $170.10

Our VWR Intake has arrived from APR…

We’ve just added the intake to our online catalog and will be installing this one on the Achtuning Golf R immediately. Should have a decent impression of what we “feel” this will do for the R at the track this weekend.  Click the image to view product details about the VWR intake.

Aren’t these supposed to be a limited production model? If so, then all the VW Golf Rs must be here in Washington State. If you’ve been following our facebook updates, you’ll know what I mean. Russell is up next for an APR ECU upgrade…

Any of our VW Golf R owners interested in a BBK? We have an opportunity to present someone who lives in the SoCal area an incredible price on a StopTech BBK, 355mm and ST40 (4-piston) specifically. More details are available when we hear directly from one of you but let’s get a few pre-qualifiers out there first:

1) Must live in SoCal, preferably as close to StopTech as possible
2) Must be flexible enough to be able to leave your car with them for a day to allow them to take initial measurements.
3) Must be available for a possible second visit for part fitting and testing
4) Your Golf R must be equipped with stock suspension and wheels that clear a BBK. (we will provide the template so you can check for clearance)

If you are interested and meet these “pre-qualifiers” please get a hold of us as soon as possible via email – info@achtuning.com

We’ve got the Achtuning Golf R on the rack today, and we’re getting further fitment tests done with StopTech product – an advantage of being a STOCKING distributor for the popular and proven brand.  It’s too early for us to go into detail about what’s going on but you’ll notice StopTech’s Trophy calipers and a 3″ down-pipe we’re looking at for our next Golf R installment.  Stay tuned!

H&R sent us a second set of coil-overs to test on the Golf R on Friday. After the first Test N’ Tune session we felt we could use something a little stiffer and the H&R RSS Club Sport coil-over kit is designed for the committed motorsport enthusiast who is willing to relinquish some ride comfort in return for ultimate handling performance. After installation we threw the Golf R on our alignment rack for corner-balancing before heading to the Test N’ Tune session on Saturday.

The stiffer suspension helped shave seconds off already good lap times so we are very pleased with the results, though we’d definitely not recommend the set-up for the typical street-driven car. We’re communicating our feedback with H&R and there’s talks of an Achtuning-exclusive coil-over kit that might offer a good balance for both street and track. Stay tuned…

The ACHTUNING VW Golf R is suited up and ready for this weekend’s test n’ tune session. Equipped with StopTech’s “Sport” brake upgrade (slotted rotors/street performance pads/stainless-steel lines) and Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels that are wrapped in Falken RT615s, we anticipate quite the performance from our all-wheel-driven, K04 equipped Golf, especially now that we’ve got the ECU tune and high pressure fuel pump from APR to back it up as well!!

The Hartmann Euromesh 4 wheels are 18×8 with a 45mm offset, and sit perfectly within the arches both front and back, offering plenty of room for the meaty RT615s.

We are proud to announce APR’s release of their 2.0T Tuning Package for the North American Volkswagen Golf R!  The Achtuning Golf R is already running the APR ECU upgrade and high-pressure fuel pump and we are quite impressed!!

Volkswagen Automotive Group’s 2.0T found in the Golf R is the world’s premiere 4 cylinder turbocharged engine and APR has developed a line of premiere performance enhancements to compliment VAG’s achievement. APR’s expertly recalibrated engine management upgrades and professionally engineered OEM replacement performance engine components result in an even more enjoyable, powerful and efficient operation with no loss of life or use. APR’s complete line of performance enhancements have been developed for the 2.0T to provide increases of 83 FT-LBS of torque and 79 HP with an APR ECU and Hardware upgrades.

APR’s Software, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Teams have built upon years of experience and unmatched accomplishments with VAG’s standard 200HP 2.0T FSI engine to develop new breakthroughs in drivability and performance enhancement for the Golf R 2.0T which comes with 273HP.  APR has been able to fully realize the upgrades VAG provided in increased engine durability, efficiency and performance to deliver a tuning program that is the culmination of 9 years of research and development and unparalleled in the performance aftermarket.

APR Golf R ECU Upgrade Stages

The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is an ODB-II ECU upgrade that not only gives you higher peak numbers of 306 horsepower and 293 ft-lbs of torque, but also gains of up to 38 horsepower and 34lb-ft throughout the power band!

APR’s ECU Upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the 2.0T and gives it just the extra edge these cars lack from the factory without pushing the limits. With factory like smoothness and drivability APR’s ECU Upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent car.

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

All APR Software is available for 91 (R+M)/2, 93 (R+M)/2, 100 (R+M)/2, 95 RON, 98 RON and 104 RON fuel grades.

With the addition of an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump, APR’s Stage I+ ECU upgrade offers large gains in midrange torque and horsepower. An additional 55 ft-lbs of torque and 55 horsepower over stock is on tap.

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

At these impressive power levels, the Golf-R demands an intake system that allows the turbocharger to breath more freely. With the addition of an APR Intake System, staggering gains of 83 ft-lbs of torque and 79 horsepower over stock were achieved. An impressive 338 ft-lbs of torque and 335 HP will transform the Golf-R into an AWD super car with only minor updates!

Dyno Graph

More Power Figures:
Measured Power at the Wheels
Gain over stock

As always, APR’s Stage I+ ECU upgrade is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I customers.

APR Stage II requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I or I+ customers. More information and power figures will be available once their new exhaust system is released!

APR Stage II+ requires an APR RSC Exhaust System and an APR High Pressure Fuel Pump. APR Stage II+ is a free upgrade for all existing APR Stage I, I+ or II customers.

APR Stage III Software is included with our world renowned APR Stage III Turbocharger Systems. APR is currently verifying their Stage III Turbocharger Systems for the US market and will have more information soon!

Price:
$599

Flashing Method:
APR Direct Port Programming. Flashed through the OBD-II port. No soldering, No opening or removing the ECU.

More Questions?
Phone: 425 895 0000
Email: sales@achtuning.com

Pictures were taken today of the H&R front and rear sway bars installed on our Golf R project, as well as the Premium coil-overs we’re running to show where the adjustment perches sit…

We then took the opportunity to test-fit some H&R wheel spacers to check fitment and clearances with the different sizes H&R offers.  We are happy to report the hub-centric 8mm (HR162555716) and 10mm (HR20255571A/B) spacers fit over the factory hubs just fine. On the stock wheels, we would suggest a 5mm front and 10mm rear H&R wheel spacer for a “mildly” aggressive look or 10mm front and 12mm rear spacers for the more aggressive look, as seen below:

… And compared to stock:

Take that info with a grain of salt, as ride height will certainly be a factor when deciding wheel spacer widths. 

Then,  a short test-fit of the Hartmann G5 Wheels on the Achtuning Golf R was performed to get an idea of what our 19s look like – FANTASTIC, if we say so ourselves!  The wheels are 8″ wide with a 45mm offset and we wrapped them with 235/35-19 Falken FK452, shown below without any wheel spacing.  The “stance” is fairly aggressive and looks just right! Though I might suggest a 225/35-19 for those who plan to run a bit lower than this.

… Keeping the momentum going, we’re getting started on the StopTech Sport Kit upgrade!

While we have APR looking into a few details prior to software upgrades, we are wasting no time with the Achtuning VW Golf R and getting right down to business with the suspension! Our Achtuning VW (Mk5) Jetta 2.5L had up until now been running the H&R Premium coil-over kit taken from the Achtuning A3, which has been down for the count while it awaits an APR Stage 4 motor. We’re then going to throw the stock Golf R suspension on the Jetta for now.

H&R also sent us an RSS Club Sport coil-over kit to put on the A3 but more about that later… It’s Golf R time!  The H&R Premium coil-over kit is now installed on the Achtuning Golf R.  The Achtuning “Signature” ride height is a mild drop leaving roughly a finger-to-two-finger gap between the top of the tire and the bottom of the fender. These are just after installation so we anticipate a small amount of spring settling to occur.

And if any of you Mk5 Jetta guys are wondering where you’d sit after installing Golf R suspension, look here: