Just RELEASED Sonic 1.4T Budget Tune

[BNRacing]

That's right, after MONTHS of testing and analyzing data, we're ready to release the budget tune for the 1.4T.

The tune comes with-

Intelliboost
Smart Octane (run ANY octane from 87-93)
ECP
No Lift Shift
Select-a-tune

The tune is $200, and if you order the tune with the red cable, you can use coupon code sonicbudget at check out and you'll get an additional $25 off between today and 11/1/12.

You can order your tune here-

Trifecta Budget Tune 2012-2013 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4T

I also want to note- we're rating this at +20hp/tq but you will most likely see higher. We've been seeing +35hp/40-45tq on our test cars, but we don't want to promise that and someone complain that they only got 25hp.

 

[DevilSonic89]

That's right, after MONTHS of testing and analyzing data, we're ready to release the budget tune for the 1.4T.

The tune comes with-

Intelliboost
Smart Octane (run ANY octane from 87-93)
ECP
No Lift Shift
Select-a-tune

The tune is $200, and if you order the tune with the red cable, you can use coupon code sonicbudget at check out and you'll get an additional $25 off between today and 11/1/12.

You can order your tune here-

Trifecta Budget Tune 2012-2013 Chevrolet Sonic 1.4T

I also want to note- we're rating this at +20hp/tq but you will most likely see higher. We've been seeing +35hp/40-45tq on our test cars, but we don't want to promise that and someone complain that they only got 25hp.

Anythng like this for the 1.8?? and how gains have the 1.8 seen with the tune??

 

[dblackston]

Just because im sure someone will ask...

1. The budget tune- This will be for stock to near stock vehicles that are not going to be modded down the road. The tune will also run less boost than our full tune, but will still be a big gain over the stock tune. NO DATA-LOGGING support will be given on this tune. It is a true canned tune.

 

[BNRacing]

Yeah I forgot to mention that there is NO data logging support with this tune- BUT you CAN add intakes, blow off valves, exhausts, etc and it will be fine

We designed this budget to allow more flexibility than the LNF budget tunes

 

[Eric Smit]

Cool!


-Eric Smit

 

[Barnold]

I love it cause all i want to do is tune and maybe intake/exhaust late down the line. 20/20 is a good gain

 

[cndctrdj]

bump for good price

 

[Thaifight-R]

Does this mean that the Intelliboost, Smart Octane, and ECP updates are now available to those of us who are already tuned?

 

[Eric Smit]

ECP has been out for a while, and smart octane/intelliboost are out, but the tune is limited to an increase of 20/20 HP/TQ.


-Eric Smit

 

[Thaifight-R]

0oo ok. About time I updated my tune. haha

 

[Eric Smit]

derp.


-Eric Smit

 

[BNRacing]

There really isn't any reason to get intelliboost or smart octane because you'll be limiting the power you can make (if you have a premium tune). We designed it more for the guys that don't get data logging.

 

[Eric Smit]

There really isn't any reason to get intelliboost or smart octane because you'll be limiting the power you can make (if you have a premium tune). We designed it more for the guys that don't get data logging.

Precisely.

If being able to use 87 octane is more important than the most power, then intelliboost/smart octane is for you.


-Eric Smit

 

[Thaifight-R]

derp.


-Eric Smit

Haven't kept up with the times.

There really isn't any reason to get intelliboost or smart octane because you'll be limiting the power you can make (if you have a premium tune). We designed it more for the guys that don't get data logging.

Oh OK. Thanks. haha
Ahh, I still need to send off my datalog for that "intake mod". I'll do that eventually... lol

 

[nujadul]

Hi all,

Just a few dumb questions. I have a stock 2013 1.4L T.

1) Under Tune Requests on the BNR website, do I have to specify which features I want (i.e., IntelliBoost, Select-A-Tune) or should I just leave it blank? In other words, I'm assuming the tune comes with all the features listed or do I have to specifically request the ones I want.

2) With the budget tune will the dealer be able to detect it? I know the full tune has a transparency mode.

3) Will the budget tune also give an MPG gain like the full tune?


Thanks!

 

[Eric Smit]

Can't answer the first one.

Second, it should.

Third, it should.


-Eric Smit

 

[key1cc]

Hmmmm which should I get the power Tune or the budget Tune ??
A few questions please...I have the LTZ 1.4 Automatic Sonic Hatch.

1. My understanding is the power tune only requires a simple extra step where I drive around for a few minutes and send the data log in to have my specific software tweaked so it works perfect for my car?

2. For the budget tune, is the 20/20 HP/Torque gain at 87 or at 93 octane.

3. What is the gain for the power tune? 30/30?

4. Is the Power Tune and Select a Tune the same thing? I can't imagine why someone would want to switch to an eco-mode if the Power mode gives you just as good MPG.

5. Since there is no follow up with the budget tune could I just buy it now and upload it to the car whenever I am ready?


Thanks

Key1

 

[Eric Smit]

1) Power tune, or full tune, is more expensive. Budget tune is cheaper, no data logging.

2) Both.

3) 36/54, but could be less at altitude.

4) Some people experience significantly better MPG in the Eco tune, which is optimized for economy, obviously.

5) Correct.


-Eric Smit

 

[key1cc]

1) Power tune, or full tune, is more expensive. Budget tune is cheaper, no data logging.

2) Both.

3) 36/54, but could be less at altitude.

4) Some people experience significantly better MPG in the Eco tune, which is optimized for economy, obviously.

5) Correct.


-Eric Smit

Thanks.


By the way can the cable e purchased with the budget or the power tune?


Key1

 

[rdss]

Yeah, it's just Trifecta's red cable and you will need it for either tune to install the tune you decide on as well as return it to stock before going in for maintenance.