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B8 S5 4.2 Tune

B8 S5 4.2 Tune

S5 4.2
2 Step/Burble
Jackal Tuning Cable
Regular price $760.00
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Overview
Experience industry-leading B8 S5 V8 tuning from Jackal Motorsports — a complete transformation of your driving experience. This tune unlocks up to 30whp and 50ft-lb of torque gains over stock, unleashing the power Audi left behind from the factory. Features include Launch Control, Burble/2-Step options via cruise control stalk, improved fuel efficiency during relaxed driving, and Jackal ZF6HP TCU tuning for faster shifting and overall drivability improvements. Flash your tune right at home using the Jackal flashing cable — switch between tunes, octanes, or return to stock anytime, for free. The tuning suite flashes both your ECU and TCU.
If you have a supercharged S5, Jackal Motorsports holds the record for tuning the fastest 1/4 mile JHM supercharged B8 S5 V8 — an 11.26 @ 126mph, achieved with a full-weight, stock motor manual car equipped with the JHM Stage 2 inter-cooled SC kit, a 3.8″ pulley, 93 octane, and WMI. Even faster times are expected with better tire and launch setups. Already tuned elsewhere? Jackal offers a special switch-to-us discount — contact them directly for a discount code. From daily commutes to spirited drives and track days, this tune is optimized for performance, safety, and enjoyment — not just dyno numbers.
Specifications
Application B8 Audi S5 4.2 V8
Power Gains Up to 30whp over stock
Torque Gains Up to 50ft-lb over stock
ECU Tune Included
TCU Tune Jackal ZF6HP TCU Tune included
Flashing Method At-home via Jackal flashing cable
Octane Switching Supported — switch anytime, free of charge
Stock Revert Supported — return to stock anytime, free of charge
Launch Control Included
Burble / 2-Step Included — activated via cruise control stalk
Supercharged Support Yes — custom tuning available for JHM SC kits and other forced induction setups
Tune Brand Jackal Motorsports (third-party product, not a TGK product)
Features & Benefits
Up to 30whp / 50ft-lb Gains Over StockUnleash the power Audi left on the table from the factory — real, measurable gains across the powerband of the naturally aspirated 4.2 V8.
Launch Control & Burble / 2-StepAchieve perfect take-offs with Launch Control, and customize your driving character with Burble and 2-Step options toggled directly via the cruise control stalk.
Jackal ZF6HP TCU Tuning IncludedFaster upshifts, faster downshifts, a higher rev limit, smoother overall driving, and improved launch behavior — the TCU tune transforms transmission character alongside the ECU.
At-Home Flashing via Jackal CableFlash your ECU and TCU from your own driveway. Switch between tunes, octane maps, or revert to stock at any time — all at no additional cost.
Supercharged & Boosted S5 SupportJackal holds the record for the fastest 1/4 mile JHM supercharged B8 S5 V8 — an 11.26 @ 126mph on a full-weight, stock motor manual car running the JHM Stage 2 inter-cooled SC kit, 3.8″ pulley, 93 octane, and WMI.
Better MPG & Improved DrivabilityEnjoy improved fuel efficiency during relaxed driving, smoother throttle response, and a tune optimized for performance, safety, and enjoyment — from daily commutes to track days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tune work on a stock, naturally aspirated B8 S5 4.2 V8?
Yes. The Jackal ECU and TCU tune is designed for the stock B8 S5 4.2 V8 platform and delivers up to 30whp and 50ft-lb of torque over stock without requiring any hardware modifications.
Can I tune my supercharged or otherwise modified S5 with this?
Yes. Jackal Motorsports supports supercharged and boosted S5 builds, including JHM Stage 2 inter-cooled SC kit setups. They hold the record for the fastest 1/4 mile JHM supercharged B8 S5 V8 at 11.26 @ 126mph. Contact Jackal directly for custom boosted tune options.
Do I need to take my car to a shop to get tuned?
No. The Jackal flashing cable allows you to flash both the ECU and TCU from home. You can switch between tunes, change octane maps, or return to stock at any time — all free of charge.
I'm already tuned by another company — can I switch to Jackal?
Yes. Jackal Motorsports offers a special switch-to-us discount for customers coming from a competing tune. Contact Jackal directly for a discount code before purchasing.
What does the TCU tune actually change?
The Jackal ZF6HP TCU tune raises the rev limit, delivers faster upshifts and downshifts, smooths out overall driving behavior, and improves launch performance — working in tandem with the ECU tune for a cohesive power delivery experience.



B8 S5 4.2 Tune

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