132TSI and 155TSI Tig performance after Stage 1

[easybarge]

Yeah I'm looking aus wide, I have bought a couple of cars from over east before without any dramas.
Definitely want the DSG, a must to get the most out of a stage 1 tune I'd think.
That sounds like a very good buy flashpixx.

[tigger73]

Have a look in the cars for sale section here as there's often some decent cars come up at reasonable prices.

I believe this one is up for sale again.... 2011 Tiguan 125TSI, 7 Speed DSG - Stage 2+ - it's done a few more km's and is currently being advertised for $17,500... much loved by it's previous owner

[easybarge]

Quick update, got my tig last week. Ended up with a 2012 Grey 155TSI DSG with Alcatara interior, Nav and 18's. 45000'ks, $23K

Really pleased so far, going to chat to my local APR dealer this week

[tigger73]

Nice work

I personally have found the 155 sufficient, though an extra ~35-40kW never hurts

If you're going to do it make sure you book in now so you can get the APR 10% off sale Xmas special - ends 24th Dec (or when your local dealer closes...)

[Dingah]

You might consider the DSG upgrade too.
That also modifies the torque tags in the software therein releasing what feels like more power from your Stage 1 whilst sharpening up the changes.
Unless you have a few sheep missing from the top paddock you would not need more power than the Stage 1 with DSG provides. FFS it is a Tiguan and not a Golf R.
Bit disappointed that Sport even with the DSG upgrade still is overly aggressive and could change up earlier when going easy on the loud pedal.

Dingah

[eciuj]

I picked up a black 132 TSI R line last week and am looking at the APR stage 1 tune (will prob do it at the next sale). Does anyone have experience with VW reflashing the ECU back to stock? Will APR reflash it for free, or at a discounted rate? I'd hate to waste $1.5k on something so easily reversed unknowingly by VW.

[tigger73]

Most people that get it flash tuned don't go back to the dealer unless they need warranty work done. VW can void your engine/drivetrain warranty if they find out you have had your car tuned.

So if you do get it upgraded, find a good independent workshop that can take care of your service work.

In either case you'll still be covered for non-engine/drivetrain items.

If you do ever have a problem get it flashed back to stock before taking to the dealer and this will reduce the risk of warranty being voided.