Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A3 1.6i 102hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8L - 1996 - 2003 petrol engine from 102 BHP to 112 BHP and from 148 Nm to 163 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi A3 can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Audi A3 1.6i 102hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 102 BHP and 148 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 112 BHP and 163 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (10%) and 15 Nm (10%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.
| Engine | BHP | Gain |
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| Torque |
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| Gain |
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| Score |
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| 1.9 TDI 90hp | 90 → 120 | +30 | 210 → 265 | +55 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 100hp | 100 → 140 | +40 | 240 → 320 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 110hp | 110 → 140 | +30 | 235 → 310 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8i 20v 125hp | 125 → 135 | +10 | 170 → 190 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 130hp | 130 → 165 | +35 | 310 → 385 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8T 20V 150hp | 150 → 192 | +42 | 210 → 310 | +100 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.8T 20V 180hp | 180 → 192 | +12 | 235 → 310 | +75 | Good (6.5/10) |
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All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method.
We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional before proceeding.
