Expected gains of +24 BHP and +60 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 1 Series 116D 116hp (1598cc)? A Stage 1 remap can take this F20 - 2011 - 2015 diesel engine from 116 BHP to 140 BHP and from 260 Nm to 320 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 BMW 1 Series can achieve.
The BMW 1 serie 116D 116hp (1598cc) is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 116 BHP and 260 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 24 BHP (21%) and 60 Nm (23%).
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 EDC17 (likely), and the transmission is many variants use zf 8-speed automatic (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114D 95hp (1598cc) | 95 → 140 | +45 | 235 → 320 | +85 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 114i 102hp | 102 → 210 |
| +108 |
| 180 → 310 |
| +130 |
| Good (6.5/10) |
| 116D 116hp (1995cc) | 116 → 190 | +74 | 260 → 400 | +140 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 116i 136hp | 136 → 210 | +74 | 220 → 310 | +90 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 118D 136hp | 136 → 190 | +54 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 118D 143hp | 143 → 190 | +47 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 120D 163hp | 163 → 220 | +57 | 380 → 440 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 118i (1600cc) 170hp | 170 → 210 | +40 | 250 → 310 | +60 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 120D 184hp | 184 → 220 | +36 | 380 → 440 | +60 | Good (7/10) |
| 120D 200hp | 200 → 220 | +20 | 420 → 440 | +20 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 125D 211hp (1995cc) | 211 → 270 | +59 | 450 → 500 | +50 | Good (7/10) |
| 125D 218hp (1995cc) | 218 → 270 | +52 | 450 → 500 | +50 | Good (7/10) |
| 125i 218hp | 218 → 270 | +52 | 310 → 440 | +130 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 125i MMP 238hp | 238 → 270 | +32 | 330 → 440 | +110 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| M 135i 320hp | 320 → 385 | +65 | 450 → 520 | +70 | Moderate (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.