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Old 28th December 2018, 08:58 PM
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Default Audi A8 D3 diesel tuning potential?

Hi all,

I cant seem to find a better section to attract the attention of those in the know, so will give in here a go!

My d2 s8 is awaiting its box rebuild (yes, still...) I have a winter hack of a d2 2.8 QS which is a reasonable daily runner. But the fuel consumption barely warrants the lack of poke it genuinely has compared to the s8 and tuned Saabs I usually drive. They will typically return 25 + mpg with 275 bhp as a petrol turbo. The 2.8 QS offers low 20's without the fun or adrenelin whoosh...

So, long story short - with the D3 diesel range -

Which model responds best to a remap?
Which of the engines and boxes are most favoured as the one to own?
Would prefer keep a quattro system as its quite reassuring to know its there.

Would only be looking at a 4k budget which might make this whole thought process null and void when I start to look more carefully online. Seen a few at £3.5 - 4k but dont know just how good such a car could prove to be?

Genuinely welcome any real life thoughts and experiences folks!
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Old 4th January 2019, 06:19 PM
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The 4.2tdi has two controllers, so the process is a bit more complex, but any decent tuner should be able to do it. Mine was remapped by Shark and was pushing best part of 400hp.
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Old 17th January 2019, 11:57 AM
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yes my 3.0 tdi was remapped by sharkperformance some while ago (2009)
still have it :-)
i also had a 4.2 tdi done by them (stunningly quick car)
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my caravelle and my skoda

even though shark has finished in business the maps are still available through their dealer network..i also have a personal friend within the group who can do it..
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Old 17th January 2019, 05:28 PM
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4.2 Tdi all the way....

It is a V8. It has twin turbos. It doesn't even sound like a diesel. It purrs.

And with a remap, the back end gets a bit loose, and it'll keep up with a 6.0 W12 easy enough....
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