Stage 1 is, logically, our starting point for VWR Power Upgrades.

These power increases are ideal for all fast road Sciroccos - a real, genuine increase in power and mid-range torque, yet carefully developed and proven to protect your car's reliability and economy at all times.  For all UK vehicles still covered by Volkswagen Manufacturer Warranty, the Stage 1 Power Upgrades will be covered by the VWR warranty to give you complete peace of mind.

We recommend strongly that for all Stage 1 power increases, an upgraded VWR Rear Exhaust and VWR Performance Air Filter is fitted at the same time.

Why? Well, these improve the efficiency of the engine's breathing quite significantly, and hence make the most of our recalibrations of the engine mapping in the ECU.  So the engine works more efficiently, the fuel consumption and emissions are barely affected (sometimes even improved), reliability of components is protected, and you get the most enjoyable and well-engineered driving experience.

Not to mention the improved looks and sound that the full Stage 1 package of exhaust, filter and remap will give you.

For all of our GTI race cars, this Stage 1 upgrade is what we use on track - with that plus Warranty cover, what better reassurance could you ask for?

Stage 2 is the next step for VWR Power Upgrades.

Stage 2 is only applicable for the petrol 2.0 TSI GT and R models.

Stage 2 tends to start to work the engine significantly harder than Stage 1 does.  So it is essential that we must fit the full VWR Exhaust system - which crucially has the high-flow catalyst.  This, together with the VWR Performance Airfilter, is the key to getting higher power outputs from the 2.0 TSI engine.

At this level, you may start to notice some reduction in fuel economy.  But we are still working well within the limits of the engine, drivetrain and cooling system.

At Stage 2 level of power output, you should be considering upgrading other aspects of your car, such as brakes, suspension and engine mounts - we'd be happy to advise.