Tuning guide for 2.0 EA888 evo4 from 280 hp
Tuning guide for 2.0 EA888 evo4 engines with over 280 hp as standard
With our guide you get maximum performance for your evo4 in performance class 3, such as the one installed in the Golf 8 R. 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 over 600 hp of final power and pure driving pleasure.
Of course, you can also take a direct look at all performance parts for EA888 evo4 engines.
Installed in:
- VW Golf 8 R (CD)
- VW Tiguan R (AD1)
- Audi S3 (8Y)
- Audi TTS (FV/ 8S)
- Cupra Leon VZ (KL)
- Cupra Formentor VZ
Year of construction:
since 2020
Engine codes:
- DNFB
- DNFC
- DNFD
- DNFE
- DNFF
- DNFG
The values given are based on our experience with a 2.0 EA888 evo4 with 320 HP, 420 Nm, engine code DSFE.
You’ll need these extras to ensure it lasts a long time :
You don’t need any additional components here. Just fit it and enjoy! Instead of long-life oil, you should use our GTX Racing 10W-60 oil.
We recommend to fill up with 102 octane fuel. This gives your engine more power because it knocks less! The turbocharger should not be too old. Engine should be in good condition. The base must be in good condition. If you need new spark plugs anyway, it is best to buy our upgrade spark plugs directly.
We recommend to fill up with 102 octane fuel. This gives your engine more power because it knocks less! The turbocharger should not be too old. Engine should be in good condition. The base must be in good condition. If you need new spark plugs anyway, it is best to buy our upgrade spark plugs directly.
You’ll need this extra to ensure it lasts a long time :
For this performance level, we recommend our upgrade intercooler. This ensures you always have full power, even in warm temperatures.
Mega tip: The BAR-TEK 2.0L TSI intake with TÜV gives you up to 15 hp more power. The same applies here: 102 octane is mandatory and our high-performance spark plugs and ignition coils are also included.
Mega tip: The BAR-TEK 2.0L TSI intake with TÜV gives you up to 15 hp more power. The same applies here: 102 octane is mandatory and our high-performance spark plugs and ignition coils are also included.
You’ll need these extras to ensure it lasts a long time: :
To ensure you can transfer that power to the road, you’ll need a reinforced sports clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque exceeding 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! To ensure the optimum gearbox oil temperature, it is necessary to fit our gearbox oil cooler kit. This is how you protect your DSG gearbox from overheating! To ensure your engine oil does not overheat and that your engine always maintains an optimal temperature and oil condition, we recommend an oil cooler kit. Along with the oil cooler kit, we recommend ordering our digital oil temperature gauge so you always have a clear overview of your engine’s oil temperature.
You’ll need these extras to ensure it lasts a long time :
To ensure you can transfer that power to the road, you’ll need a reinforced sports clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque exceeding 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! To ensure the optimum gearbox oil temperature, it is necessary to fit our gearbox oil cooler kit. This protects your DSG gearbox from overheating! To prevent your engine oil from overheating and to ensure your engine always maintains an optimum temperature and oil condition, we recommend an oil cooler kit, which is currently still in development. Along with the oil cooler kit, we recommend ordering our digital oil temperature gauge so you can always keep an eye on your engine’s oil temperature.
If you have already installed an upgrade intercooler, downpipe and an upgrade low pressure 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 low pressure pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.
You’ll need these extras to ensure it lasts a long time :
To ensure you can transfer that power to the road, you’ll need a reinforced sports clutch. The original clutch cannot handle the increased torque. For DSG vehicles, we recommend our reinforced DSG clutch for torque exceeding 500 Nm. This can transmit up to 700 Nm! To ensure the optimum gearbox oil temperature, it is necessary to fit our gearbox oil cooler kit. This protects your DSG gearbox from overheating! To prevent your engine oil from overheating and to ensure your engine always maintains an optimum temperature and oil condition, we recommend an oil cooler kit, which is currently still in development. Along with the oil cooler kit, we recommend ordering our digital oil temperature gauge so you can always keep an eye on your engine’s oil temperature.
If you have already installed an upgrade intercooler, downpipe and an upgrade low pressure 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 low pressure pump, you can continue to use them. If not, these parts are essential! You can get the right software tuning from your trusted tuner.
For the workshop
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:
Cooling Guide
Products for vehicles with manual transmissions
Products for vehicles with DSG transmissions
What you need to cool your evo4 :
If you want to get the full performance out of your EA888 evo4, you mustn’t forget the cooling. Even a small increase in power puts significant strain on your engine! The thermal load increases and affects all parts of your engine; the gearbox also suffers from the new Power. In the best-case scenario, the hard-won power output drops again; in the worst-case scenario, your engine suffers catastrophic damage. To ensure you can tune your engine safely and reliably, we provide everything you need for the perfect evo4 cooling, from the oil cooler and water cooler made from solid aluminium and RACE water pumps right through to coolant additives. We’ve also got everything you need for the cooling of DSG gearboxes.
Turbo Guide
The ideal turbocharger for your tuning project
The turbocharger is one of the most important tuning measures of all, as extreme performance potential lies in compression. That’s why you’ll find all the turbos from the guides in this special turbo guide, along with suitable alternatives, should you prefer a specific manufacturer, for example. We’ve also compiled lots of information on the topic of turbocharger that you should take a look at. Alongside detailed turbo tips, there’s a page on how to properly run in engines, on turbo lag and, of course, our 14 turbo rules.
Ready-to-Race Engines
Racing engines from BAR-TEK ®
If you don’t feel like tuning your engine yourself, you can also get a fully tuned engine from us. Our racing engines are designed for peak performance and maximum driving pleasure, leaving nothing to be desired. The components included are perfectly matched, finely balanced and suitable for the highest revs. Because we use components from the world of motorsport, such as forged pistons and steel connecting rods, our racing engines offer exceptional durability. This means you get a fully finished engine that not only delivers full Power, but is also safe and has a long service life.
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