Considering an ECU remap for your Audi S3 1.8T 20V 225hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this All petrol engine from 225 BHP to 260 BHP and from 280 Nm to 360 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi S3 can achieve.
The Audi S3 1.8T 20V 225hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 225 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 260 BHP and 360 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (16%) and 80 Nm (29%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as high, 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: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8T 20V 210hp |
| 210 → 260 |
| +50 |
| 270 → 380 |
| +110 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI 265hp | 265 → 310 | +45 | 350 → 410 | +60 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI 300hp | 300 → 365 | +65 | 380 → 480 | +100 | Good (7/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI 310hp | 310 → 365 | +55 | 400 → 480 | +80 | 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.
