Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 3 Series 318 TDS 90hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E36 diesel engine from 90 BHP to 115 BHP and from 190 Nm to 240 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 BMW 3 Series can achieve.
The BMW 3 serie 318 TDS 90hp is a 1.7L turbocharged diesel engine producing 90 BHP and 190 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 115 BHP and 240 Nm — a gain of around 25 BHP (28%) and 50 Nm (26%).
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).
Considerations: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 325 TD 115hp | 115 → 140 | +25 | 245 → 285 | +40 |
| Good (7/10) |
| 325 TDS 143hp | 143 → 170 | +27 | 260 → 330 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 323i 170hp | 170 → 185 | +15 | 245 → 260 | +15 | 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.
