Buying Guide Stage 1 vs Stage 2: Which CarBahn Tune Is Right for You?
Stage 1: plug-and-play or flash installed performance on stock hardware. Ideal for daily drivers wanting more boost and performance out of the gate.
Stage 2: adds upgraded heat exchangers for sustained power under heavy load. Includes enhanced boost maps and fueling logic.
Choosing Factors
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Goal |
Recommendation |
Notes |
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Daily commute |
Stage 1 |
Easiest install |
|
Most Power |
Stage 2 / 3 |
Requires a heat exchanger and intercooler (stage 3) |
|
Warranty retention |
Either |
Must register with CarBahn |
Each is dyno-verified for smooth torque delivery and full ECU safety integration.
Q&A Cluster
Can I Upgrade from Controller to ECU Tune Later?
Yes CarBahn offers an upgrade credit toward ECU Tuning for existing Controller owners. The ECU flash provides finer torque management and launch-control tuning.