Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A3 1.8 TFSI 160hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8P - 2003 - 2008 petrol engine from 160 BHP to 210 BHP and from 250 Nm to 340 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi A3 can achieve.
The Audi A3 1.8 TFSI 160hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 160 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 340 Nm — a gain of around 50 BHP (31%) and 90 Nm (36%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch MED9/MED17 (varies), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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 | Torque | Gain | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6i 102hp |
| 102 → 112 |
| +10 |
| 148 → 163 |
| +15 |
| Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 105hp | 105 → 140 | +35 | 250 → 340 | +90 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6 FSI 115hp | 115 → 125 | +10 | 155 → 170 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.0 TDI 136hp | 136 → 175 | +39 | 320 → 395 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI DPF 136hp | 136 → 175 | +39 | 320 → 380 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI 140hp | 140 → 175 | +35 | 320 → 395 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI DPF 140hp | 140 → 175 | +35 | 320 → 390 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 FSI 150hp | 150 → 165 | +15 | 200 → 215 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.0 TDI DPF 163hp | 163 → 200 | +37 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI DPF 170hp | 170 → 200 | +30 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI 200hp | 200 → 250 | +50 | 280 → 360 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 3.2 V6 250hp | 250 → 265 | +15 | 320 → 340 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
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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.
