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WRX — Stage 2 ECU Tune

2015 AWD Stage 2
kW
121 128
+7
HP
162 172
+10
Nm
268 270
+2
Subaru
WRX · 2015
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Dyno Chart — digitised from report
Vehicle
Make
Subaru
Model
WRX
Year
2015
Drive
AWD
Tune
ECU Tune
Modifications
Tomei Exhaust System Turbosmart Big Bubba Plumb BOV Mishimoto Transmission Cooler Perrin Oil Separator Perrin Turbo Sump Redline SF Intake
Improvements
  • Eliminated detonation and lean AFR conditions
  • Increased power output
  • Increased torque delivery
  • Synchronized all modifications for seamless operation
  • Safer engine operation parameters
  • Maintained boost levels at optimized calibration
2015 WRX Stage 2: reliability and driveability over peak numbers

This 2015 WRX came in with a solid foundation of supporting hardware—exhaust, intake, plumbed BOV, oil separator, and turbo sump—but the owner wanted a sensible tune that prioritised reliability and day-to-day driveability rather than chasing peak figures.

The calibration focused on smoothing out throttle response and ensuring safe AFRs under load, particularly in warmer months. The result was 128 kW at the wheels (up from 121 kW) and 270 Nm, which reflects a conservative approach given the modest torque lift. With the transmission cooler and oil separator in place, the car is now better equipped for extended highway work or spirited weekend drives without asking too much of the factory block.

A good example of a Stage 2 file dialled in for longevity rather than outright power. The dyno results were recorded by the workshop as part of their validation process.

Common questions
Why is the power gain so modest for a Stage 2 WRX?

The tune was calibrated conservatively to suit the owner's brief for reliability and daily usability. The supporting mods improve cooling and breathing but the focus was on safe margins rather than maximum output.

Is this file suitable for track use?

It's suitable for closed-circuit competition use, though it's calibrated with a safety buffer that prioritises longevity over outright performance. Ideal for owners who want reliability on track days without running aggressive boost or timing.

What fuel should this tune run on?

Fuel specification wasn't recorded with this file, so confirm requirements with your Protunes account manager before loading. Most Stage 2 WRX files of this era are calibrated for 98 RON pump fuel.

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