Unitronic STAGE 1 TUNE install and review on a MK7 GTI

In today's vlog I show you guys how to install and I review the Unitronic Stage 1 tune on a MK7 GTI. Is it faster than a JB4?

[@unitronic]

Thanks for putting this video together, enjoy the Software!

[@bradcaamano4566]

if i run this on my gti will my stock clutch get burnt. i have a 2020 mk7.5 gti

[@unitronic]

@@bradcaamano4566 It's never a bad idea to upgrade your clutch on a tuned vehicle long term. Some may experience slip sooner than others.

[@unitronic]

@@bradcaamano4566 Hi there, the risk of damaging your clutch on a Stage 1 tune is minimal. It depends a lot on how you drive it just as on stock ECU software. Please give us a call if you have any other questions 1 866 341-2447!

[@zane4964]

Hey I'm buying a 2003 jetta 1.8t that has a unitronics 630cc big turbo tune but the 2 step is not turned on how do I go about turning it back on

[@unitronic]

@@zane4964 Please email info @ getunitronic.com with your request. They will guide you through the procedure. Thanks!

[@jrekautocare8618]

Nice, I find I get the power band starting at 2k rpm vs 4k rpm. I love the fluttering sound it makes around 3k rpm now. Great video.

[@clos2132]

Tremendous video! Just ordered my stage 1 tune for my GTI!

[@ampiko68]

Thanks for the video. Your first smile (reaction) tells it all ! ;)

[@stephanecormier9004]

Bonne vidéo comme d’habitude !👍🏻 J’espère que tu appréciera ta "tune" J’ai aussi choisi d’aller avec Unitronic pour ECU et TCU et absolument rien de négatif a dire🙂 Hâte de voir tes temps sur 1/4 de mile !!

[@wolvoman1]

Generic map, one map fits all, not all cars are the same, most ecu are now locked so cannot use obd port. If you had a DSG box it seems a contradictory way of re mapping, you remap the ecu engine tune, then re tune the ecu again for the gearbox, which would alter the remapped engine file to protect the dsg.

[@craig_cunha]

Mexico looks great 😆

[@hoodieboy1515]

Hi newb here. You dont need a downpipe mod for a Stage 1 right?

[@rogkim2808]

Correct. That’s stage 2

[@_ZoJay]

Spotted le marché jean talon? Ahah et très bonne vidéo, le stage 1 est ce que la voiture aurait dû sortir d’origine d’après moi!

[@misteret5441]

Bien d’accord et spotté avec la R? C’est possible je passe en avant à tous les jours.

[@thebigbosss1000]

I own a 2012 VW CC 2.0t S with the DSG trans what tune should I buy ??

[@claudelaroche7811]

Merci

[@JacksonRB]

How does your fuel efficiency fare after the tune? I’m hoping similar if not more.

[@misteret5441]

Slightly better fuel economy than stock unless you are always beating on it.

[@luuch_]

12:00 i thought he said Mexico 🤔

[@nickmyrie7606]

Amazing thank you 🙏🏾 do you think the clutch with hold with the stage 1+ tune?

[@misteret5441]

For some time but it didn’t after a few months for me so I would recommend an upgrade soon after.

[@karangulati1821]

Awesome Video. Just curious if you still have the car and did u run into any reliability issues? Thank you!!

[@misteret5441]

Sold it a couple years ago clutch would have needed a change but aside from that I’m sure she’s still going strong. I have a stage 1R now. Have had it like that for over a year with 0 issues even in very cold weather.

[@karangulati1821]

@@misteret5441 Thank u

[@biblicalinstituteofcentral9530]

Hey! Good video, where i can buy one of those for my mk7

[@misteret5441]

Check out Unitronic’s website and look for retailers close to you. I purchased mine at a local show in Montreal Canada.

[@Paranoid89x]

can I do this without doing anything else to the car? or do you recommend other upgrades to pair it with the tune. I have a 15 GTI auto stock.

[@misteret5441]

If it’s an auto you need to do the dsg tune as well and an intake is recommended by unitronic to maximize the gains.

[@kamarskeete2762]

Do you have to buy the software or is the cable and the computer all you have to buy

[@misteret5441]

You have to buy a code for your stage from Unitronic so you can upload the tune to the car

[@JackHausam]

When you got the device, what more besides the 150 did you have to pay for the software? for the stage 1 91 octane?

[@misteret5441]

The device is 200$ normally in Canada. The tune is usually between 650-750 CAD depending if there is a rebate. I believe they have a sale going right now !

[@brandonjoseph1489]

@@misteret5441 it’s 550 for starge 1+

[@KC-lg8qf]

updates? Still loving the tune? Any issues? Is it too much power for fwd...GTI chaiss?

[@misteret5441]

Sold the car soon after new owner is having a great time and I am as well with the new MK7.5 R !

[@KC-lg8qf]

@@misteret5441 beautiful thanks! Did you feel the gti couldn't handle the power well enough being fwd?

[@misteret5441]

I thought it felt like it should have come like this from the factory it was just the right amount of power and still felt very oem+

[@KC-lg8qf]

@@misteret5441 beautiful! Thank you for the reply. I think I will go with this time for my mk7.

[@Bawla187]

Great video..

[@rafaljankowski2807]

Is there any hardware prerequisite for this? My vehicle is Mk 8 DSG.

[@misteret5441]

The best thing to do is check on Unitronic’s website for that it will tell you if you have anything else to install. It may be different for the MK8 so I’d rather you check there.

[@JT-oz7yn]

What front splitter is that at the start of the video? Thanks!

[@misteret5441]

Maxton Design v1

[@CarIsLit]

How has the tune held up reliability wise? Anything get worn or break because of it?

[@misteret5441]

Wish I could answer but have since sold the car and upgraded to a stage 1 DSG R. That car had been fast and flawless for more than 2 years with the tune.

[@fairboy13]

would you say that its worth buying the uniconnect+ and do it yourself at home or bring it to the unitronic dealer and have them do it for you? I have really no experience in this so I ma afraid of doing any mistakes.

[@misteret5441]

It’s pretty easy to do at home so if you plan on playing with the tune and going back to stock for dealer visits it’s a must. If you are more in the set it and forget it mood get a shop to flash it for you.

[@mjmottayaw]

Does this also tune the DSG ?

[@misteret5441]

If you have a Dsg car and buy the upgrade for that as well yes it does

[@mossproductions6004]

Do you need the dsg tune just for stage 1?

[@misteret5441]

For best results I’d recommend it.

[@ampiko68]

Sadly the Uniconnect+ cables are no more available for purchase !!

[@misteret5441]

I believe it is still for sale www.getunitronic.com/ecu-tuning/volkswagen-gti-20l-tsi-ea888-2015-2015-uniconnectplus

[@adrianjpm2985]

When do you buy the tune is it after the cord?

[@misteret5441]

If you have an authorized reflash dealer you don’t need the cable. If you want to do it yourself buy both at the same time the cable and the tune.

[@therealstunna3460]

Does stage 2 allow you to have pops and bangs?

[@misteret5441]

I believe the answer is yes if you have a DSG. I am not sure as I purchased and installed a Stage 1. Pls check with Unitronic.

[@be00]

I was wondering how much is tune

[@misteret5441]

650-750$ CAD depending if you get it during a sale or not.

[@98MAzdaMilleniaS]

My unitronic cable won’t even connect to my pcm, multiple people trying to help Waiting on unitronic to respond

[@misteret5441]

Hope they figure it out for you !

[@98MAzdaMilleniaS]

@@misteret5441 they did it was a simple firmware update 😂

[@trevorbranam23]

How long was the install process?

[@misteret5441]

Calculate about 30 mins all in all a battery charger is a good idea.

[@mitchelltong8512]

Will this bring up a TD1?

[@misteret5441]

I’d ask Unitronic directly I’m not the expert.

[@JohnnyBitcoin]

So I keep the charger on the battery and also keep the car cables on the car?

[@JohnnyBitcoin]

*on the car battery

[@misteret5441]

It’s best to keep the battery charged while doing the tune as you’ll leave it on accessory for about 30 mins

[@JohnnyBitcoin]

@@misteret5441 just to make sure I will be doing it right, you attach you positive and negative charger cables to the battery and don't remove the cables that connects the car to the battery right? So basically just adding the charger in top of the battery connected to the car.

[@misteret5441]

@@JohnnyBitcoin correct and put the car on acc but don’t turn it on. Also connect the charger to the battery and then plug the charger into an outlet to avoid any sparks

[@JohnnyBitcoin]

@@misteret5441 Awesome thank you

[@MrDiamond1000]

Were you running stock clutch at the time of install and are you still on this tune? If so any clutch slip?

[@misteret5441]

Yes I was but sold the car soon after for a DSG R. No slip after install and I even took it drag racing.

[@opencarry3860]

I believe the GTI uses the same clutch as the Golf R, so it should hold up fairly well.

[@viniciusmartin]

could you sell me one of these via ebay? the cable costs 150 dollars there, but here in Brazil they ask for 450 dollars

[@misteret5441]

Sorry I don’t work for unitronic you would have to contact them for a cable for your car. They are paired to a car.

[@viniciusmartin]

@@misteret5441 thanks

[@stephencallahan]

Bet ya wish ya got the DSG...

[@misteret5441]

You bet which is why I have a R DSG now ;). Look at the newer vids !

[@stephencallahan]

@@misteret5441 That's probably the way I'll be heading some day NJOY !!!

[@Blando7887]

I have to figure out a way to get this without my wife knowing. Basically $1,000 for 87HP, sure why not

[@misteret5441]

Lol good luck !

[@fubuh8r]

I'd rather be on the Autobahn than in Mexico.

[@misteret5441]

I hear ya!

[@fubuh8r]

@@misteret5441 only reason is because I value my life as a tourist. 😁

[@opencarry3860]

Nevada, America's autobahn.

[@xXspark365Xx]

Did you experience clutch slippage after installing the tune ?

[@misteret5441]

None and even took the car to a drag racing event at a local track. Your driving style on 5-6 th gear will affect how long your clutch will last.

[@cjyayday6270]

@@misteret5441 how is it with the stock intercooler ? i have some people telling me i HAVE to get a new ic if i wanna go stage 1+ living in Florida.

[@misteret5441]

@@cjyayday6270 I live in a much colder climate so it is only recommended for stage 2 and needed for big turbo setups. Since Florida is much warmer, if you can afford it this would be a good investment. If you want to be sure send unitronic an email they are the experts !

[@TheShadowang1s]

@@misteret5441 can you explain this further for the 5-6th gear driving. Bogging the engine in those gears? Or just maxing out the speed of the car