Ive had my A3 170TDi modified for over 4 months now
and despite searching the net there seemed literally no write up from anyone with their personal experiences at that time.
The car's run in, privately owned from new in March 07 with 33k on the clock
enjoyed every mile
So do you get improved MPG... I agree with other posts of 'No', but you get other things, some good and some bad...
Ill let you decide from the following comments:
· Fuel Consumption during the 1st 10 minutes of starting the car from cold, I experienced much lower MPG which does improve, but on a run at about 80mph, the car still returns about the same as it did before of about 42/43mpg - avg = 39/40 mpg which is about the same
In winter (below 8 degrees C) prior to Bluefin, fuel consumption on the TDi drops significantly and even with the Bluefin the result is the same.
· Dangerous Engine In standard form, I personally think the 170TDi engine is a hazzard to other road users from tickover its a gutless wonder until 1700rpm when all hell breaks loose. Early on, I was almost mounted a couple of times after getting caught out with insufficent revs whereas the Bluefin gives a stronger & smoother power delivery, right across the rev range to the extent it will allow the car to pull itself uphill, without stalling when you dont even use the gas pedal.
· Drivability believe every word they say
as motorway crusing in a standard 170 TDi is a joy, the Bluefin makes it feel effortless. Overtaking
well thats where it comes into its own. Expect a noticable improvement, but it wont be life changing
· Diesel Fuel now here is where I have had the most problems and would almost say the car has its own personality of its likes & dislikes of diesel...
o Change between different brands, especially V-Power & regular and the cars engine management gets cautious, to the extent Ive had it miss a beat on the motorway a couple of times early on.
o Standard Esso fuel - the car gives a real kick though noticed the regeneration cycle to clear the particulate filter began to activate more often if I was doing shorter journies.
o Avoid low grade supermarket fuels
even if they come from the main companies as Ive had the particulate filter warning light come up a few times, the engine is not as lively as youd expect & you notice the regeneration process kicking in more often. I also noticed some hesitency in the car.
o Shell V-power in standard form, there is a noticable difference, whereas I found V-power + Bluefin is smoother but it almost feels as if its not giving as much power as youd expect
though across the rev range is better than standard diesel
As for regular Shell, I actually seem to think it feels underpowered especialy when compared with standard Esso Diesel.
o BP Optimax seems to be my TDis favorite tipple. Lots of low end grunt, feels the most powerful continuing on right the way through the range and most of all havent noticed the regen process kicking in.
· Regeneration process (The TDis real achilles heel and its supposed to be an Eco friendly car) If the regen process kicks in while driving, let it complete without getting heavy on the right foot as it over fuels even more and almost puts too much in making the engine feel drunk (best way I could describe it). Moreover, avoid regular journies of 10min or less
· Performance interesting time. Try taking on either an old or new AUDI TT from a standing start, expect to get spanked
HOWEVER, take on the older 225 AUDI TT at about 60-70mph and hoof the right foot, your petrol sucking cousin does very well
but youll suck slowly away as the numbers roll up into 3 figures (oops)
though expect the TDis top end to still be about the same (good old German Autobahns). Im still to find a 200PS TT on my boot lid, but knowing my luck itll probably be the TTS who will make me eat humble pie.
· Flashing the CPU with the remap AUDI are not stupid and if you remap your car, be aware the CPU records every time its Flashed . Superchips claim that Bluefin is invisible and does not leave any trace if the original map is reinstalled
a handy thing if it goes in for a service under warranty and a CPU upgrade is required. Of course, if you sell the car
no one will ever know
· Insurance If you can afford to buy an A3 TDi 170
then you can afford to tell your insurer, so dont be a Muppet. It cost me an extra £60 which for peace of mind is worth every penny.
Well, hope the above helps
know if a remap would be beneficial?? and would the dsg box work well with it?? were is the best place to look for a remap?? im lost!!!!
