Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 3 Series 320D 184hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E90/E91 - 2010 - 2011 diesel engine from 184 BHP to 215 BHP and from 380 Nm to 440 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 3 Series can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The BMW 3 serie 320D 184hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 184 BHP and 380 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 215 BHP and 440 Nm — a gain of around 31 BHP (17%) and 60 Nm (16%).
This engine has moderate 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 ECU is typically a Bosch EDC17 (likely), and the transmission is many variants use zf 5/6-speed automatics (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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.
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| 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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| 316D 115hp | 115 → 180 | +65 | 260 → 400 | +140 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 316i 122hp | 122 → 136 | +14 | 160 → 177 | +17 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 318D 136hp | 136 → 180 | +44 | 300 → 390 | +90 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 318D 143hp | 143 → 180 | +37 | 300 → 390 | +90 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 318i 143hp | 143 → 157 | +14 | 190 → 216 | +26 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 320D 163hp | 163 → 215 | +52 | 380 → 440 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 320i 170hp | 170 → 182 | +12 | 210 → 240 | +30 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 325D 204hp | 204 → 300 | +96 | 430 → 600 | +170 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 325i - N53 - 211hp | 211 → 265 | +54 | 270 → 315 | +45 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 330D 211hp | 211 → 300 | +89 | 520 → 600 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 325i - N53 - 218hp | 218 → 265 | +47 | 270 → 315 | +45 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 328i 230hp | 230 → 274 | +44 | 300 → 325 | +25 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 330D 245hp | 245 → 300 | +55 | 520 → 600 | +80 | Good (7/10) |
| 330i 272hp | 272 → 292 | +20 | 320 → 345 | +25 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 335D 286hp | 286 → 350 | +64 | 580 → 680 | +100 | Good (7/10) |
| 335D 306hp | 306 → 340 | +34 | 600 → 680 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 335i - N55 Twinscroll - 306hp | 306 → 360 | +54 | 400 → 520 | +120 | Good (7/10) |
| 335i - N55 Twinscroll PPK - 326hp | 326 → 360 | +34 | 400 → 520 | +120 | Good (7/10) |
| M3 420hp | 420 → 440 | +20 | 400 → 430 | +30 | Limited (3.5/10) |
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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.
