Do you think this might work?

[ElGaspo]

Ok, if I'm reading the reviews of the 2010 MS3 correctly, they seem to have an extra 500 rpm of usable powerband, ie the car doesn't hit a brick wall at ~5000 rpms, it can rev happily & dispense more zoom-zoom until 5500 rpm.

Question: since the engines in the 2007-2009 & the 2010 are the same, is it possible to upgrade an older model w/ the 2010 reflash and take advantage of the extra breathing space? Cause that would seem to be a no fuss, no muss way of obtaining more gpg [grins per gallon]

Whaddya think? (thought)

 

[stageup]

i am guessing part of that is the more efficient cooling of the intercooler via the hood scoop (the extra 500rpm)

 

[chubbs]

ummm sir we the first gens rev to 5500 before falling off and certain mods have been said to help out as well. and its not like hitting a wall at all, just loses power.

 

[eg6motion]

I would say no, but try asking your dealer.
There may be no difference in the tune between cars as the 2010 also has different exhaust and a hood scoop that aid in the extra powerband. But not a lot is known at the moment. Best to just get a Cobb AP or Standback to fix the issue.

 

[Aricjm15]

Get the Access port. There is most likely a small hardware change with the ecu that will prevent you from using a newer flash (mostly emissions control stuff).

 

[8.5MS3]

chubbs is right, car doesnt fall on its face till 5500....see