Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 5 Series 520D 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E60/61 - 2003 - 2010 diesel engine from 163 BHP to 200 BHP and from 340 Nm to 420 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 5 Series can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The BMW 5 serie 520D 163hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 340 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 420 Nm — a gain of around 37 BHP (23%) and 80 Nm (24%).
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 EDC16 (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.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 520D 150hp | 150 → 200 | +50 | 340 → 420 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 520D 163hp - 2008 | 163 → 210 | +47 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 525D 163hp | 163 → 214 | +51 | 400 → 480 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 520i 170hp | 170 → 182 | +12 | 210 → 230 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 523i 177hp | 177 → 194 | +17 | 230 → 250 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 520D 177hp | 177 → 215 | +38 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 525D 177hp | 177 → 214 | +37 | 400 → 480 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 525i 192hp | 192 → 207 | +15 | 245 → 266 | +21 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 525D 197hp | 197 → 250 | +53 | 400 → 500 | +100 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 525i 218hp | 218 → 230 | +12 | 250 → 270 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 530D 218hp | 218 → 250 | +32 | 500 → 580 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 530D 231hp | 231 → 280 | +49 | 500 → 620 | +120 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 530i 231hp | 231 → 250 | +19 | 300 → 325 | +25 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 530D 235hp | 235 → 280 | +45 | 500 → 620 | +120 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 530D 245hp | 245 → 300 | +55 | 520 → 600 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 530i 258hp | 258 → 272 | +14 | 300 → 325 | +25 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 530i 272hp | 272 → 286 | +14 | 320 → 345 | +25 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 535D 272hp | 272 → 320 | +48 | 560 → 660 | +100 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 535D 286hp | 286 → 340 | +54 | 580 → 680 | +100 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 535i 300hp | 300 → 370 | +70 | 407 → 500 | +93 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 540i 306hp | 306 → 330 | +24 | 390 → 420 | +30 | Limited (3.5/10) |
| 545i 333hp | 333 → 355 | +22 | 450 → 480 | +30 | Limited (3.5/10) |
| 550i 367hp | 367 → 390 | +23 | 490 → 525 | +35 | Limited (3.5/10) |
| M5 507hp | 507 → 537 | +30 | 520 → 550 | +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.
