Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp — Stage 1 file (+43 hp)

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Chip tuning for Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp ECU

Audi S5 (2017 - B9) 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp — premium diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Volkswagen Group (VAG) group (Германия, 1909). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 347 to 390 hp (+43 hp, +12%) and torque from 700 to 780 Nm (+80 Nm). ECU — Bosch MD1CP004. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The ZF AL552 TCU is calibrated with a separate file — torque limiter and shift maps for Stage 1. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A diesel built in 2017 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.

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. Audi S models with a diesel engine use an electrically driven compressor to eliminate turbo lag. The factory calibration of Audi diesels is conservative, leaving headroom for Stage 1. Audi is the originator of mass-market TDI passenger-car engines in Europe.

On Audi, Stage 1 usually fits within the standard turnaround time. 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.

Tiptronic is Audi's classic automatic for longitudinally mounted engines. S tronic is Audi's signature dual-clutch gearbox (the DSG in the Audi range). S tronic comes in dry and wet-clutch versions, each with a different torque rating.

Frequently asked questions

How much does the power of the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp increase after Stage 1?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp boosts engine output by 43 hp: from 347 to 390 hp. Torque rises from 700 to 780 Nm (+80 Nm).

What changes in the Audi S5 ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 on the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 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 +43 hp with no hardware changes.

What does Stage 1 give on the powerful Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp?

Stage 1 on the powerful Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 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 S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp?

Stage 2 for the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 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.

What control unit does the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp run?

The control unit of the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp is the Bosch MD1CP004. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does the ZF AL552 transmission need calibration after Stage 1 on the Audi S5?

Remapping the ZF AL552 gearbox is essential to fully unlock Stage 1 on the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp. Without a TCU update the factory torque cap will choke the torque gain and shifts will become noticeably softer.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Audi S5?

Stage 1 on the Audi S5 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 S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Audi S5 — 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 S5?

The original Audi S5 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 S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Audi S5 3.0 TDI EU6 347 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: 30.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno