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Tuning guide for 2.0 EA888 evo4 up to 265 hp

Even more power for your GTI!
by
Bartek Bartoszewicz
Tuning Professional

Tuning guide for EA888 evo4 engines with 245 PS as standard

With our guide you get maximum performance for your 2.0 TSI EA888 evo4. We supply you with all the tuning parts you need for stable and professional tuning. If you pull through all performance levels, you can expect an incredible 600 hp final output and pure driving pleasure.

Of course, you can also take a direct look at all performance parts for EA888 Gen.4 evo engines.

 

Installed in:

  • VW Golf 8 GTI (CD)
  • VW Tiguan II (AD1)
  • Audi TT (FV/8S)
  • Audi A4 ( B9)
  • Audi A5 (F5)
  • Audi A6 (C8)
  • Audi Q3 (F3)
  • Cupra Leon (KL)
  • Curpa Formentor
  • Škoda Octavia RS (NX)

Year of construction:

since 2020

Year of construction:

  • DNPA
  • DRNA
  • DRYA
  • DMTA
  • DSFF

The values given are based on our experience with a 2.0L EA888 evo4 with 245 HP, engine code DNPA.

Product Bundle 1
Group 6
BAR-TEK® EA888 evo4 Stage 1 - Bundle

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

Maximum performance for the small wallet
Perfect for the start
Top price-performance ratio
The engine software must also be adapted for every tuning!
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 GTI pressure pipe kit with TÜV BAR-TEK®
+
2.0L TFSI Pipercross Luftfilter
+
1.8 & 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen.3 & evo4 High-Performance ignition coils & spark plug kit
Total
€680.40
incl. VAT

Immediately ready for shipment!

This is what your engine needs to have a long shelf life:

You don't need any additional components here. Simply install and have fun! No longlife oil. Better use our GTX Racing 10W-60 oil.

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We recommend using 102-octane fuel. This will give your engine more power because it reduces knocking! The turbocharger shouldn’t be too old, and the engine should be in good condition. The foundation has to be right. If you need new spark plugs anyway, you should order our upgraded spark plugs at the same time.

We recommend using 102-octane fuel. This will give your engine more power because it reduces knocking! The turbocharger shouldn’t be too old, and the engine should be in good condition. The foundation has to be right. If you need new spark plugs anyway, you should order our upgraded spark plugs at the same time.

Product Bundle 2
BAR-TEK® EA888 evo4 up Stage 2 - Bundle

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

With intercooler
With intake
Top price-performance ratio
The engine software must also be adapted for every tuning!
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 GTI pressure pipe kit with TÜV BAR-TEK®
+
1.8 & 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen.3 & evo4 High-Performance ignition coils & spark plug kit
+
Ladeluftkühler BAR-TEK®
+
Air intake Bar-Tek open
Total
€1,830.70
incl. VAT

Immediately ready for shipment!

You need that extra to make it last:

For this performance level, we recommend our upgrade intercooler. This means you always have full power, even at warm temperatures.

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Here’s a great tip: With the BAR-TEK® 2.0L TSI intake system (TÜV-certified), you’ll get up to 15 additional horsepower. As always, 102-octane fuel is required, and our high-performance spark plugs and ignition coils are also a must.

Here’s a great tip: With the BAR-TEK® 2.0L TSI intake system (TÜV-certified), you’ll get up to 15 additional horsepower. As always, 102-octane fuel is required, and our high-performance spark plugs and ignition coils are also a must.

Product Bundle 3
BAR-TEK® EA888 evo4 Stage 3 - Bundle

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

With Downpipe
With Air Intake
Top price-performance ratio
The engine software must also be adapted for every tuning!
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 GTI pressure pipe kit with TÜV BAR-TEK®
+
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 Upgrade Fuel Pump BAR-TEK®
+
1.8 & 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen.3 & evo4 High-Performance ignition coils & spark plug kit
+
Ladeluftkühler BAR-TEK®
+
2.0 TSI Upgrade Turbolaser Golf 8 EA888
+
Air intake Bar-Tek open
+
Golf 8 GTI Upgrade 3.5'' Downpipe BAR-TEK®S
Total
€6,761.55
incl. VAT

Immediately ready for shipment!

You need that extra so that it will last:

To make sure you get the power to the road, you need a reinforced sport clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque over 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! For the optimal transmission oil temperature, it is necessary to install our transmission oil cooler kit. So you protect your DSG transmission from overheating! So that your engine oil does not overheat and always an optimal temperature and oil condition in your engine herscht, we recommend an oil cooler kit. To the oil cooler kit we recommend you to order our digital oil temperature gauge, so you have the oil temperature of your engine always at a glance.

BAR-TEK® TIP!

If you’ve already installed an upgraded intercooler and a downpipe, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the appropriate software tuning from your trusted tuner.

If you’ve already installed an upgraded intercooler and a downpipe, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the appropriate software tuning from your trusted tuner.

Product Bundle 4
BAR-TEK® EA888 evo4 Stage 4 - Bundle

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

Turbo upgrade for even more power
Improved intake
For experienced tuning professionals
The engine software must also be adapted for every tuning!
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 GTI pressure pipe kit with TÜV BAR-TEK®
+
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 Upgrade Fuel Pump BAR-TEK®
+
DSG DQ250 Upgrade Kupplung verstärkt bis 700 Nm BAR-TEK®
+
1.8 & 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen.3 & evo4 High-Performance ignition coils & spark plug kit
+
Ladeluftkühler BAR-TEK®
+
2.0L TSI EA888 MQB Forged Pistons & Steel Connecting Rods High Boost ULTI Kit
+
Air intake Bar-Tek open
+
+
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 Cylinder Head High Boost ULTI Kit BAR-TEK®
+
Golf 8 GTI Upgrade 3.5'' Downpipe BAR-TEK®S
Total
€13,008.38
incl. VAT

Immediately ready for shipment!

You need that extra so that it last a long time:

To make sure you get the power to the road, you need a reinforced sport clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque over 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! For the optimal transmission oil temperature, it is necessary to install our transmission oil cooler kit. So you protect your DSG transmission from overheating! In order that your engine oil does not overheat and that there is always an optimal temperature and oil condition in your engine, we recommend an oil cooler kit, which is still in the works. To the oil cooler kit we recommend you to order our digital oil temperature gauge, so you have the oil temperature of your engine always at a glance.

BAR-TEK® TIP!

If you have already installed an upgrade intercooler, downpipe and an upgrade fuel pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.

If you have already installed an upgrade intercooler, downpipe and an upgrade fuel pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.

Product Bundle 5
BAR-TEK® EA888 evo 4 Stage 5 - Bundle

Average rating of 5 out of 5 stars

Full power
Optimally matched components
For experienced tuning professionals
The engine software must also be adapted for every tuning!
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 GTI pressure pipe kit with TÜV BAR-TEK®
+
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 Upgrade Fuel Pump BAR-TEK®
+
DSG DQ250 Upgrade Kupplung verstärkt bis 700 Nm BAR-TEK®
+
1.8 & 2.0L TSI EA888 Gen.3 & evo4 High-Performance ignition coils & spark plug kit
+
Ladeluftkühler BAR-TEK®
+
2.0L TSI EA888 MQB Forged Pistons & Steel Connecting Rods High Boost ULTI Kit
+
2.0L EA888 Evo4 Golf 8R Upgrade Turbocharger BAR-TEK®
+
Air intake Bar-Tek open
+
2.0 TSI EA888 evo4 Cylinder Head High Boost ULTI Kit BAR-TEK®
+
Golf 8 GTI Upgrade 3.5'' Downpipe BAR-TEK®S
Total
€14,224.53
incl. VAT

Immediately ready for shipment!

You need that extra so that it last a long time:

To make sure you get the power to the road, you need a reinforced sport clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque over 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! For the optimal transmission oil temperature, it is necessary to install our transmission oil cooler kit. So you protect your DSG transmission from overheating! In order that your engine oil does not overheat and that there is always an optimal temperature and oil condition in your engine, we recommend an oil cooler kit, which is still in the works. To the oil cooler kit we recommend you to order our digital oil temperature gauge, so you have the oil temperature of your engine always at a glance.

BAR-TEK® TIP!

If you have already installed an upgrade intercoolerdownpipe and an upgrade fuel pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.

If you have already installed an upgrade intercoolerdownpipe and an upgrade fuel pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.

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For the workshop

Detailed Instructions Matching mounting accessories Handy tools

Useful items for your workshop

For perfect tuning, you need the right expertise and tools. At BAR-TEK®, you’ll find everything you need to tune your engine. Here you’ll find a detailed repair guide, some of which include illustrations (where available for your engine), as well as the most important tools from our shop:

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Cooling Guide

Consistent Performance More Room for Overclocking Longer Lifespan

Products for vehicles with manual transmissions

Products for vehicles with DSG transmissions

This is what you need to cool down your EA888 evo4:

If you want to get the full performance out of your Golf 8 GTI, you definitely shouldn't forget about the cooling. Even a little extra power puts a lot of strain on your engine! The thermal load increases and affects all areas of your GTI, and the transmission also suffers from the new power. In the best case, the hard-earned performance will be reduced again; in the worst case, your engine will suffer major damage. So that you can tune your engine safely and reliably, we provide you with everything you need for perfect GTI cooling, from oil coolers to all-aluminum water coolers and RACE water pumps to cooling water additives. Everything is also included for cooling DSG transmissions.

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Turbo Guide

More engine power Better combustion More efficient engine performance

The perfect turbocharger for your tuning project

The turbocharger is one of the most important tuning measures of all, as there is huge performance potential in the compression ratio. This is why you will find all the turbos from the guides and suitable alternatives in this special turbo guide, for example if you prefer a specific manufacturer. We have also compiled a lot of information for you on the subject of turbochargers, which you should take a look at. In addition to the detailed turbo tips, there is a page on running in engines correctlyturbo lag and, of course, our 14 turbo rules.

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Ready-to-Race Engines

Fully tuned Ready to install For maximum performance

Racing engines from BAR-TEK®

If you don't feel like tuning your engine all by yourself, you can also get a ready-tuned engine from us. Our racing engines are designed for maximum performance and maximum driving pleasure and leave nothing to be desired. The components included are perfectly matched, finely balanced and suitable for the highest speeds. Because we use components from motorsport, such as forged pistons and steel connecting rods, our racing engines are extremely stable. This means you get a completely finished engine that not only delivers full power, but is also safe and has a long service life.

The performance figures given here are based on our experience and can only provide an indication. Every engine is different and many factors such as the fuel used, software tuning or mileage have an influence on the maximum performance that can be achieved.

All information is without guarantee. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us via our contact form.

Bartek Bartoszewicz
Tuning Professional
His first car was a Polo Mk1 with a 40 Weber twin carburetor and 129 PS (95 kW). His second was an Audi 50. Today Bartek tunes Lamborghinis to 1000 PS (735 kW). Even as a young boy, Bartek disassembled vehicles and put everything back together better. He wrote his high school diploma with oil on his fingers. The trained automotive mechanic with a focus on engines and gearboxes was determined to go into motorsports. In his 10 years in Formal 1, he supervised 73 races, including as engine mechanic for Ralf Schumacher at Toyota. Since 2010, he has dedicated himself fully to his company BAR-TEK® and helps his customers to bring VW and Audi engines to peak performance.
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