Expected gains of +54 BHP and +70 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 2 Series 218d (1995cc) 136hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2014 - 2017 diesel engine from 136 BHP to 190 BHP and from 330 Nm to 400 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 2 Series can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The BMW 2 serie 218d (1995cc) 136hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 136 BHP and 330 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 190 BHP and 400 Nm — a gain of around 54 BHP (40%) and 70 Nm (21%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 214d (1496cc) 95hp |
| 95 → 150 |
| +55 |
| 220 → 330 |
| +110 |
| Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 216i (1499cc) 102hp | 102 → 165 | +63 | 180 → 300 | +120 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 216d (1496cc) 116hp | 116 → 150 | +34 | 270 → 330 | +60 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 218i (1499cc) 136hp | 136 → 165 | +29 | 220 → 300 | +80 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 218d (1995cc) 150hp | 150 → 190 | +40 | 330 → 400 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 220d (1995cc) 190hp | 190 → 220 | +30 | 400 → 440 | +40 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 220i 192hp | 192 → 250 | +58 | 280 → 440 | +160 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 225d (1995cc) 224hp | 224 → 270 | +46 | 450 → 500 | +50 | Good (7/10) |
| 225xe (1499cc) 225hp Hybrid | 225 → 255 | +30 | 385 → 445 | +60 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 225i (1998cc) 231hp | 231 → 290 | +59 | 350 → 400 | +50 | 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.