
The Performance increase level 1+ Compared to Stage 1, it features our in-house manufactured Sport Series intercooler, our closed 100mm intake from the turbocharger including a large 4" turbo inlet (optional), and a replacement plate filter. The intercooler significantly improves intake air temperatures, which, in addition to noticeable power gains, also reproducibility the Intake air temperatures The intake system facilitates airflow and reduces the vacuum before entering the turbocharger. This combination not only enables higher performance, but also ensures consistent power delivery. The intake noise, but especially the nature of the power delivery and its reproducibility, clearly distinguish this stage from Stage 1.
Furthermore, an input and output measurement on our all-wheel drive test bench as well as a test drive on the road under real conditions is included in the offer.
No hidden costs - installation of hardware, individual software tuning INCLUDED!
Hardware changes:
- HP Sport Series intercooler with air ducts
- HP 4" 100mm aluminum intake on standard turbo inlet (other variants optionally available)
- Hose clamps & hose adapters
- Sports air filter insert
- Optional: New/additional engine control unit
Software changes:
- Adjustment of all performance-relevant maps on our all-wheel drive test bench
- Adjustment of oil and exhaust gas temperature, component protection functions
- Increasing the V-Max according to the installed brake system
- Test drives in real operation for data recording
Note: This stage does not have TÜV approval and is only available as an export version!
Please note: Performance and acceleration values can be influenced by various external influences, fuels or additional hardware installed and ultimately the general condition (including mileage) of the engine. The values given are for guidance only and are not binding. With regard to legality and approval in the area of the StVZO we refer at this point to our general terms and conditions.

A consistent improvement
With the latest hardware generation, HPerformance has consistently further developed Stage 1 of the RS3 8Y and made it significantly more thermally robust.
The in-house HP Sport Series intercooler with optimized air guides ensures significantly improved heat dissipation under load - a decisive factor for consistent performance in everyday driving and on the racetrack. The setup is complemented by the HP 4" aluminum intake (100 mm) on the standard turbo inlet, which is optionally available in other variants. In combination with the sports air filter insert and high-quality hose adapters and clamps, the result is a harmoniously coordinated package for maximum efficiency and durability.
The result is not only noticeable increased performance, but also an emotional driving experience with more powerful response, more precise air flow and noticeably increased driving pleasure – entirely in keeping with the HPerformance DNA.