The 4M.5 Audi Q7 and Q8 represent the largest of the Audi SUV's, powered by the advanced EA839 3.0T turbocharged V6 engine. While the platform delivers exceptional smoothness and refinement from the factory, the stock ECU calibration leaves a significant amount of performance untapped, leaving everyday driving feeling underwhelming.

As a large luxury SUV, they carry considerable weight and utilize a unique engine bay layout that places the intake on top of the engine, while focusing on every day driving and not performance. Jackal Motorsports tuning unlocks the true potential of the EA839 platform, bringing these large SUV's to life with improved throttle response, stronger torque delivery, and significantly enhanced acceleration.

Our ECU calibrations are engineered specifically for the Q7/Q8 platform and carefully optimize boost control, ignition timing, fueling, and torque management strategies. The result is a smoother, stronger powerband across the entire RPM range while maintaining the refinement and reliability expected from Audi’s flagship sedan.

Jackal Motorsports offers Stage 1, Stage 2, and fully custom Stage 3 tuning. Vehicles can be tuned using our Flash-at-Home platform or by scheduling an in-house flash at our facility (appointment required).

The result is a dramatic increase in power and torque across the entire RPM range, sharper throttle response, and a noticeably more responsive driving experience — all while maintaining factory-level safety systems.

Stock - 345 HP / 399 TQ

Stage 1 Tuned - 420 HP / 479 TQ

Stage 2 - Coming soon

Stock - 286 WHP / 329 WTQ

Stage 1 Tuned - 348 WHP / 395 WTQ

Stage 2 - Coming Soon

• Significant horsepower and torque gains throughout the powerband
• Improved throttle response and acceleration
• Optimized boost control and ignition timing
• Refined torque management strategies
• Smooth factory-like drivability
• OEM safety strategies retained
• Compatible with completely stock vehicles (Stage 1)

Jackal Motorsports calibrations are developed through extensive data logging, dyno validation, and real-world road testing to ensure consistent and reliable performance improvements.

Every Jackal Motorsports ECU tune includes a complete AL552 transmission calibration at no additional cost. This is not a simple torque limit increase — it is a fully engineered TCU tune designed to work in harmony with the ECU calibration.

The result is a transmission that shifts faster, responds more aggressively under load, and improves overall drivability.

• Increased clutch pressure for stronger, more consistent shifts
• Faster shift speeds under acceleration
• Optimized AMAX launch and AMAX shift behavior
• Improved shift points for better drivability
• Enhanced torque capacity for higher power levels
• Smoother gear changes during normal driving

By calibrating both the ECU and TCU together, Jackal Motorsports ensures the entire powertrain works seamlessly to deliver improved performance without sacrificing comfort or reliability.

Designed for completely stock vehicles. Stage 1 delivers substantial power and torque gains while maintaining OEM hardware and drivability.

Stage 2 tuning is designed for vehicles equipped with common performance upgrades, like intake, intercoolers, and downpipe. This further increases output while maintaining reliability.

Stage 3 is a fully custom calibration built around your specific hardware configuration and performance goals.

Customers can tune their vehicle using:

• Jackal Flash-at-Home platform
• In-house flash or dyno tuning (appointment required)

Both options allow safe flashing, updates, and calibration changes while maintaining OEM ECU integration.