2019 Audi S5 Sportback APR Intercooler Installation

I just installed this APR intercooler on my 2019 Audi S5 Sportback, in preparation for the upcoming APR stage 1 ECU tune. In this video I provide some tips and first review based on initial driving impressions.
The APR intercooler is definitely a worth while upgrade to your Audi S5. Do it and I think you’ll be surprised how much of a difference can actually feel.
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[@Vaguh]

Leave a comment and tell me which one of these mods should be next. - Intake - 034 Sport springs - ECU (waiting for APR, considering ABT or JB4)

[@stickupmotorsports5854]

I have a channel with the b9 s4. Love the content so far. I would say intake, I love mine.

[@Vaguh]

@@stickupmotorsports5854 Already subbed! Thanks for the kind words and don't think you'll have to wait long to see something about an intake...

[@MrJusJod]

@@Vaguh bro I am sure you know this but make sure to get the damn valve spring compressor kit. i had to machine my own part added like 3 hours to my spring swap.

[@rokan81]

You need to get it tuned to accommodate the gains for the inter cooler. The reason you feel better spool isn’t due to the intercooler, actually a bigger intercooler has the the opposite effect it adds significantly more lag the larger it is. The quicker spool is in part tied to the reason APR gives you those bigger and non expanding hoses it adds way better linear throttle response. This has been the case in many platforms across the board on BMW as well. You will definitely benefit form the IC though in power especially sustainability.

[@Vaguh]

Thanks! I got the tune shortly after and then followed it up with other mods. Car runs great!

[@gges1605]

lol you missed out the footage of the actual install otherwise great video guys

[@KAZALO9]

Did you notice any issues with the vehicle running hotter in traffic because of the blocked airflow ? This is a huge issue w mustangs so I am curious ...please

[@KAZALO9]

Also if you don't mind I just had mine flashed stage 1 APR I do not notice anything driving around or down low but 60 to 140 is a HUGE improvement did you also get that feel per say? It actually feels bone stock until mid and top end

[@Vaguh]

It shouldn’t feel stock at all. Especially down in the lower rpm. I could tell a big difference in throttle response and torque from about 1800 RPM.

[@HeavyOnCars]

Hi, What has your engine oil temperature been after launches? Did this completely eliminate Heat soaking?

[@Vaguh]

It doesn’t completely eliminate heat soak, but definitely helps. I’m now running the intercooler from IE, it’s a bit more robust and helps with track applications more. If you’re going to just be daily driving and be stage 1 or 2 the APR intercooler is a solid choice.

[@Vaguh]

Also, my oil temp was typically around 190* for daily driving and would jump when pushed to around 205-220*. I mainly noticed a difference in how much more quickly the temp would come down after spirited runs or driving.

[@joshroddy5702]

When you say the ie intercooler is more robust. What do you mean by that? Larger?

[@Vaguh]

@@joshroddy5702 it’s larger and has FDS for better airflow distribution which offers more cooling.

[@DinoMartin]

My install took 4 😳 worse mod to date yo install but the best mod to date benefits wise!! I’ve watched this video about three times and something new I think every time

[@phillipsamson8027]

Where did you get the black plastic to cover the crash bar?

[@Vaguh]

Ecstuning.com it’s the 1’x5’ strip of 3M vinyl in black gloss.

[@phillipsamson8027]

Thank you!!

[@qdg84]

Do you mind sharing your method of getting your S5 onto jack stands? Thanks, and great job on the videos!

[@Vaguh]

qdg84 yeah, I either drive up on ramps, or use the supplied jack, or my own floor jack. The floor jack is the quickest, but tricky to line up and still have enough room on the pinch weld for your jack stand.

[@Vaguh]

I can make a video for it.

[@qdg84]

It's Pronounced VA-Guh ah okay so basically you try to fit both the floor jack and jack stand onto the same pinch weld? Wish this car had a proper/accessible center jack point at the front and back without all the underside coverings. Oh well. Thanks for your hour reply! I’ll give it a shot.

[@Vaguh]

qdg84 yeah, the jack that comes with the car works really well, but it’s slow. There is enough room to get a jack stand in the pinch weld when using it.

[@billylong6170]

What made you decide on the APR vs. Wagner or another brand?

[@Vaguh]

When I purchased this, there was a limited amount of proven intercoolers on the market. Achtuning, my local shop has seen, installed and tested many of the intercoolers on the market. APR in our experience has been top quality. I hear great things about the intercooler from Wagner and Integrated Engineering as well.

[@billylong6170]

@@Vaguh appreciate the feedback. I have a 2022 ordered, should have it mid-December. May drive it stock until spring, then begin enhancing. I enjoy your channel! Subbed!

[@halomaster1244]

How long did that take you?

[@Vaguh]

About 3 hours.

[@MrWilburlandaverde]

Why were there rocks in your stock intercooler??

[@Vaguh]

Wilbur Landaverde bits of gravel and sand bounced up from the road.

[@FQ1998]

does it add any hp ?

[@Vaguh]

Hard to tell, mainly in the sense that it cools the air better, which leads to more power.

[@audi_steve8363]

Apr intercooler came with intercooler hoes? Or they from another brand?

[@Vaguh]

chulo flow came with the Intercooler.