[Patricksizo]

Reviews on Active Autowerke performance software for my 09 328xi
Active Autowerke E9X 328 & E82 128 Performance Software
Price: $499.00


SummaryCustomer Reviews
Through careful remapping to the DME Active Autowerke has increased the horsepower and torque by 15 and 12 respectively. Available for 91-93 octane we now allow you to maximize your car's true potential while maximizing your fuel consumption. Modifications to the a/f, ignition tables, and wide open maps also allow for an overall improved driving experience. With your new increased RPM limit you will be able to enjoy more usable power. With other off road options such as software for cars without cats, Active Autowerke allows you to maximize your car's modifications' true potential. This upgrade is a must for the enthusiast looking to maximize their naturally aspirated car's performance.

Key Feautures:

-Improved Gas Mileage
-Sportier throttle response
- Available for 91-93 octane
-Smoother pulls through RPM band
-Off Road options for cars without cats
-Increase RPM Limiter for Manual Cars
-15 HP gain & 12 ft lbs of torque.
-Expect Higher Gains with bolt on Modifications.

is their any problems with putting this into my car is their a better performance software or chip

[maristgrad09]

Get the BMS Powerbox. It's almost half the price. $500 is a steep price for 10-15hp

[hemi to e90]

honestly id doubt youd feel the difference.

[AddictedToBavarian]

I have the PBX, not the AA tune, but I like it. It's exactly what the car needs because the throttle response is horrible. You can buy a used one for very cheap.....

[MaximusJ]

Best $500 you could spend on that car.

Do not even spend a second thinking about the PBX.

There's TONS of topics on that matter in the N/A modifications section.

[Patricksizo]

yea i feel ya but i don't want to go with that just cause its cheaper i don't want it to cause problems or anything so if it cost a few extra bucks ill pay for it if it works better

[MaximusJ]

Then go AA and dont look behind.

[ejazbmw]

i would just save my money up and get the bmw performance exhaust. To me any performance mods for the 328 is kinda useless and not trying to sound like a typical 335 owner lol.

[maristgrad09]

Originally Posted by ejazbmw

i would just save my money up and get the bmw performance exhaust. To me any performance mods for the 328 is kinda useless and not trying to sound like a typical 335 owner lol.

+1

[MaximusJ]

Or buy a HPFP just to bandwagon in limp mode with the 335i folks on the side of the road!

You cant read a question and you expect people to follow your advices?

LOL

[DUI Elite]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Or buy a HPFP just to bandwagon in limp mode with the 335i folks on the side of the road!

You cant read a question and you expect people to follow your advices?

LOL

+1

[ejazbmw]

Originally Posted by MaximusJ

Or buy a HPFP just to bandwagon in limp mode with the 335i folks on the side of the road!

You cant read a question and you expect people to follow your advices?

LOL

i was just giving my honest opinion relax no need to get your panties in a bunch. You don't see me saying how retardedly slow the 325 is do you?

[DUI Elite]

Originally Posted by ejazbmw

i was just giving my honest opinion relax no need to get your panties in a bunch. You don't see me saying how retardedly slow the 325 is do you?

good thing we have bmw owners like you to give us a good name (/sarcasm)

@ OP I'm thinking about the tune too. Andrew says the stage 2 tune works with or without the 3-stage manifold, but I'm curious if the gains are as significant as they are on those with the manifold.

[maristgrad09]

Originally Posted by ejazbmw

i was just giving my honest opinion relax no need to get your panties in a bunch. You don't see me saying how retardedly slow the 325 is do you?

+1 ... Not sure how many people still have hpfp problems but they are covered under extended warranty until 100k miles. Hey I can't say I would be mad if my hpfp went tomorrow since most of us get 2011 loaners to drive around while our cars are in the shop!

But in all seriousness if either of those tunes do help out the throttle response then it would be worth the investment. Just don't think you'll be getting a ton of power out of it. You might not even notice the hp/tq.

[obe100]

AA makes great products as I have the ECU flash + the signature exhaust on my 335 and the car is an absolute beast - resulting HP/TQ gain was significant. But, I did pay a premium for both although "discounted." However, just as others have stated I'm not sure I would make the $500 investment for such little power gains. If you have any questions or maybe another solution reach out to Viral at AA - great guy and very knowledgeable. Good luck.

[D335NUTZ]

From what I've read all the PBX is just a glorified increased throttle response. The AA tune is an actual tune for your n52.

[Patricksizo]

Thanks deffinatly gonna go with AA is it easy to install or do you haft to take it somewhere

[arctic330i]

I just got Stage 2 of the AA tune and am in love. Look for my review in the N/A section in Active's official post page 6.

[Brian_VACsales]

Hey Patricksizo,

We are AA dealers and have been installing their tunes for years. They are rock solid and work as advertised every time. Tech support is great too. We will be doing a few 330/325/328 tunes very soon....I'd love to have you visit the shop!

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[MaximusJ]

With this software, the performance exhaust and 3 stage manifold, I gained 47whp. So dont tell me I couldnt feel that. lol I knew there was a lot going on there even before putting it on the dyno.

And you get a totally different car. Very pleasant to drive.

I will get stage 2 soon; that mean I will redyno and i'm pretty sure numbers will be higher by 8-10 ponies.

[kamek]

Originally Posted by Wilazn

From what I've read all the PBX is just a glorified increased throttle response. The AA tune is an actual tune for your n52.

This is because the PBX is a plug-and-play piggyback. The AA tune is an ECU flash.

From what I've read, the AA tune is very much worth it, especially over the PBX. Many claim it makes the car feel/drive like how it should've come from the factory. The AA tune is next on my to-do list of mods.

[gosu]

A few of us have recently got the AA tune done here in Toronto.
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showth...=481936&page=2

Jon from Bimmersport lists some of the benefits on that page as well as concerns with warranty.

I can certainly feel the difference after the flash. Down shifting is a lot smoother and I notice a broader power band at 2nd and 3rd gear. My fuel efficiency has also increased when driving normally. My only performance mod is the BMW Performance Exhaust

Definitely worth it for the price!