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You want to optimize your A3 8L and boost the engine performance?

More torque, more power and simply more speed on the road? And as safe, durable and effective as possible? BAR-TEK® Motorsport is Europe's largest engine tuning store for VW and Audi performance upgrades and is run by a former racing professional with 10 years of Formula 1 experience.

You have chosen an excellent vehicle for engine tuning with the Audi A3 8L. It is perfectly suitable for performance enhancement, because the tuning parts have been tested and perfected by us for years. So today we can get the most out of your A3 8L.

The Audi A3 8L is one of our favorite tuning vehicles. The engines allow performance without sacrificing safety and durability. Acceleration and driving pleasure guaranteed!

This is what makes the A3 8L stand out:

mega brand/driving fun
proven parts
affordable parts
huge effect
high durability
price/performance are perfect

WHAT IS POSSIBLE ?

Performance upgrade options

The procedure for increasing the performance of your A3 8L depends on your budget, your time and your desire for more power. All in all, there are the following adjustments that we can make to increase the performance of your A3:

Stage 1: Chip tuning

Simple, cheap, effective

Chip tuning is the first, simplest and cheapest step to increase performance. The manufacturer deliberately leaves "reserves" in the engine performance, which we extract for you. Optimal power, more performance, higher torque (and even less consumption and increased longevity are possible if you choose "Eco-Tuning").

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Effort

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You should consider this

If you have already done other tuning measures, please let us know. We strongly advise against "standard chip tuning packages" - as often offered on the web - because installing standard chips in already tuned vehicles can be expensive later (!).

The solution

We tune each car individually with our dynamometer. Only a few companies can offer this. Unlike other chip tuning providers, we don't just send you a control unit, but check the before and after performance of your car. This is the only way we can guarantee the increased performance and safety of your car.

Stage 2: Upgrade Kit V1

"I want more!"

In addition to chip tuning, the first engine upgrade kit replaces engine parts, sports clutch, turbocharger, intercooler, fuel pump and racing catalytic converter with high-end tuning parts.

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Performance

Effort

Price/Performance

The stock parts can not offer more power and would not stand up to the extra power also in terms of safety. The effort for the upgrade is correspondingly greater than with chip tuning, but that is also the power of your Audi A3 8L!

All parts have been tested by us and our customers for years and the increase in performance is regularly proven on the dyno. Imagine giving your car to a Formula 1 mechanic. With BAR-TEK®-Tuning you really do. And that's what you get.

Stage 3: Upgrade Kit V2

"I want more!"

In addition to chip tuning, the first engine upgrade kit replaces engine parts, sports clutch, turbocharger, intercooler, fuel pump and racing catalytic converter with high-end tuning parts.

Price

Performance

Effort

Price/Performance

The stock parts can not provide more power and would not withstand the increase in performance, even in terms of safety. The effort for the upgrade is correspondingly greater than with chip tuning, but so is the power of your Audi A3 8L!

All parts have been tested by us and our customers for years and the extra performance is regularly proven on the test bench. Imagine you give your car to a Formula 1 tuner. At BAR-TEK®-Tuning you really do it. And that's what you get out of it.

one step closer to your tuning

choose your engine code and find the right tuning parts!

Why do I need to know my engine code?

Engine	1.8T	1.8T	S3	S3
Construction period	09/1996–06/2003	11/1998–06/2003	01/1999–09/2001	09/2001–06/2003
Engine characteristics
Engine Code	AGU, ARZ, ARX, AUM, AQA	AJQ, APP, ARY, AUQ	APY, AMK, AUL	BAM
Engine type
Number of valves per cylinder	4	4	4	4
Fuel mixture preparation	Manifold injection	Manifold injection	Manifold injection	Manifold injection
Forced induction	Turbocharger	Turbocharger	Turbocharger	Turbocharger
Bore x stroke	81,0 x 86,4 mm	81,0 x 86,4 mm	81,0 x 86,4 mm	81,0 x 86,4 mm
Cylinder capacity	1781 cm³	1781 cm³	1781 cm³	1781 cm³
Compression ratio	9,5:1	9,5:1	9,0:1	9,0:1
Max. power at min-1	110 kW (150 PS) at 5700/min	132 kW (180 PS) at 5500/min	154 kW (210 PS) at 5800/min	165 kW (225 PS) at 5900/min
Max. torque at min-1	210 Nm at 1750–4600/min	235 Nm at 1950–5000/min	270 Nm at 2100–5000/min	280 Nm at 2200–5500/min
Power transmission
Drive, standard	Front wheel drive	Front wheel drive	All-wheel drive Quattro	All-wheel drive Quattro
Drive, optional	All-wheel drive Quattro	All-wheel drive Quattro
Gearbox, standard	5 speed manual transmission	5 speed manual transmission	6 speed manual transmission	6 speed manual transmission
Gearbox, optional	4-step automatic transmission	5-step Tiptronic
Measured values
Maximum speed	217 km/h	228 km/h	238 km/h	238 km/h

almost there!

On the next page, you'll find out how much power we can get out of your engine.

Motorcode: AGU, ARZ, ARX, AUM, AQA

Motorcode: AJQ, APP, ARY, AUQ

Motorcode: APY, AMK, AUL

Motorcode: AGU, ARZ, AUM

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Can you return the parts if they do not fit?

Within the framework of the right of withdrawal within the EU, you can return parts purchased from us. The conditions for this can be found on the linked page.
Important to know:
The buyer bears the direct costs of returning the goods. This is regulated by law.
You must pay for any loss in value of the goods if this loss in value is due to handling on your part that is not necessary for testing the condition, properties, and functioning of the goods.
In simple words: If the part is no longer 100% in order, then we can retain a part of the purchase price for the loss of value. So: Take care of the parts if you are not sure that you want to keep them.

Forge TÜV / certificate

Forge articles generally have no expert opinion and are not permitted in the StVZO. An entry must always be discussed with the TÜV in individual cases.

Are you unsure? We are happy to help you! Your answers will be provided by our team!

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Good reasons for BAR-TEK®

A3 8L tuning since its birth

We have been tuning the A3 8L in all variants and years since it first came off the production line in 1996. The main thing is that a 1.8 T or larger gasoline engine is installed. The simple overall concept makes it the ideal vehicle for hobbyists and self-tuners, but also allows professionals like us to really get everything out of it!

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Parts developed specifically for the A3 8L

Over the years, we have already made the A3 8L fit for the racetrack in several of our own projects and installed specially developed parts for this purpose and put them to the test. These are only available at BAR-TEK® Motorsport and have also been approved by TÜV. Only in this way can we guarantee maximum performance without sacrificing safety and long driving pleasure.

Our own developments

We know the teething troubles of the A3 8L

The A3 8L often has problems with the chain drive. The chain elongates and wears out. We have identified the fault and specialize in not only fixing it, but using it to your advantage. We know all the teething problems of the A3 8L and eliminate them professionally and safely tuning.

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