Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 1 Series 125i 218hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E87 - 2007 - 2011 petrol engine from 218 BHP to 250 BHP and from 270 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 1 Series can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The BMW 1 serie 125i 218hp is a 3.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 218 BHP and 270 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 250 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 32 BHP (15%) and 40 Nm (15%).
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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is many variants use zf 5/6-speed automatics (where fitted); manuals also exist..
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 |
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| Gain |
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| Torque |
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| Gain |
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| Score |
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| 116D 115hp | 115 → 180 | +65 | 260 → 390 | +130 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 116i 122hp | 122 → 135 | +13 | 160 → 185 | +25 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 118D 136hp | 136 → 180 | +44 | 300 → 390 | +90 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 118D 143hp | 143 → 180 | +37 | 300 → 390 | +90 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 118i 143hp | 143 → 155 | +12 | 190 → 208 | +18 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 120D 163hp | 163 → 215 | +52 | 340 → 420 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 120i 170hp | 170 → 185 | +15 | 210 → 230 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 120D 177hp | 177 → 215 | +38 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 123D 204hp | 204 → 245 | +41 | 400 → 450 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 130i 265hp | 265 → 285 | +20 | 315 → 340 | +25 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 135i - N54 306hp | 306 → 362 | +56 | 400 → 510 | +110 | Good (7/10) |
| 135i - N55 - twinscroll 306hp | 306 → 365 | +59 | 400 → 520 | +120 | Good (7/10) |
| 1M - 3.0i Bi-turbo 340hp | 340 → 375 | +35 | 500 → 560 | +60 | Good (6/10) |
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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.
