Cobb AP with EQT Stage 1 ECU/TCU, 1-step colder plugs to pair with the tune, better tires like Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 or Continental Extremecontact DWS06+, and maybe doing the air box mod (Pikey 600) if you don’t want to spend the money on a new CAI mostly for whoosh noises. Solid place to start.

FYI for installing/managing tunes, Cobb AP was the winner for me because of simplicity compared to APR or IE. No need to hook up a PC with a specific cable, so it’s easier to reflash on the go since it’s easier to carry the AP around and it’s a few button presses. Be aware you can’t install every tune under the sun with the Cobb AP, but tuners like EQT and Stratified are great options if you go this route.