Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp — Stage 1 file (+25 hp)

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Chip tuning for Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp ECU

Audi A3 (2019 - 8Y) 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp — premium hybrid engine of the passenger segment of the Volkswagen Group (VAG) group (Германия, 1909). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 245 to 270 hp (+25 hp, +10%) and torque from 400 to 450 Nm (+50 Nm).

Audi's petrol range is badged TFSI, and the diesel range TDI. quattro is Audi's signature all-wheel-drive system, introduced in 1980. The four rings in the Audi logo are a legacy of the 1932 Auto Union merger of Audi, Horch, DKW and Wanderer. TFSI e is Audi's PHEV designation (a TFSI engine combined with an electric motor). The Audi e-tron is the all-electric line within VAG. The Audi RS e-tron GT is Audi Sport's top electric series.

APR and Revo are the leading tuning brands for Audi, right up to Stage 1+. Audi S models sit between the standard cars and the RS range. Within the VAG group, ECUs are standardised, so a single file often fits a dozen models across Audi/VW/Skoda/Seat. The premium Audi segment runs a high-output platform with Stage 2 potential. High-output Audi engines sit in the premium segment, with solid headroom for Stage 1. Audi S models are the milder performance step between the standard cars and the RS range.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the power of the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp increase after Stage 1?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp boosts engine output by 25 hp: from 245 to 270 hp. Torque rises from 400 to 450 Nm (+50 Nm).

What changes in the Audi A3 ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 on the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp is a software ECU calibration with no hardware changes. The key maps (boost/ignition/lambda/torque) are adjusted while factory tolerances are preserved. The gain is +25 hp with no hardware changes.

What does Stage 1 give on the powerful Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp?

Stage 1 on the powerful Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp “lifts” the factory limiters with no hardware changes. The gain is noticeable in the mid and upper range. There is headroom left for moving to Stage 2 (downpipe + intake + intercooler).

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp?

Stage 2 for the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Audi A3?

Stage 1 on the Audi A3 voids the factory warranty on the engine and transmission — this is standard for all manufacturers. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on the quality of the remap.

How quickly is chip tuning of the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Audi A3 — from reading to writing the final file — takes 30-90 minutes depending on the ECU access method. The file is prepared at CHIPOK in 5-30 minutes.

Can you return to stock after Stage 1 on the Audi A3?

The original Audi A3 ECU is always saved before flashing. Rolling back to the factory firmware is done with the same programmer in 25-30 minutes.

How much does Stage 1 cost for the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Audi A3 45 TFSIe (1.4) 245 hp is calculated in the calculator on this page — you select the options (DPF off, EGR off, AdBlue off, DTC off, etc.) and the price is capped by the package Max Price. Payment is by credits (1 cr = 1 €), with no subscriptions.

Last updated: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno