Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 5 Series 530i 272hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this F10/11 - 2010 - 2016 petrol engine from 272 BHP to 290 BHP and from 320 Nm to 340 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 5 Series can achieve.
The BMW 5 serie 530i 272hp is a 3.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 272 BHP and 320 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 290 BHP and 340 Nm — a gain of around 18 BHP (7%) and 20 Nm (6%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is many variants use zf 5/6-speed automatics (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 518D 136hp (1995cc) | 136 → 220 | +84 | 360 → 440 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 518D 143hp (1995cc) | 143 → 220 | +77 | 360 → 440 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 518D 150hp (1995cc) | 150 → 220 | +70 | 360 → 440 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 520D 163hp | 163 → 220 | +57 | 380 → 440 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 520D 184hp | 184 → 220 | +36 | 380 → 440 | +60 | Good (7/10) |
| 520i 184hp | 184 → 240 | +56 | 270 → 420 | +150 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 520D 190hp | 190 → 220 | +30 | 400 → 440 | +40 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 520D 200hp | 200 → 220 | +20 | 420 → 440 | +20 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 523i 204hp | 204 → 265 | +61 | 270 → 315 | +45 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 525D 204hp (2993cc) | 204 → 300 | +96 | 450 → 610 | +160 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 525D 218hp (1995cc) | 218 → 270 | +52 | 450 → 500 | +50 | Good (7/10) |
| 525i 218hp | 218 → 265 | +47 | 270 → 315 | +45 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 530D 245hp | 245 → 300 | +55 | 540 → 620 | +80 | Good (7/10) |
| 528i 245hp | 245 → 280 | +35 | 350 → 430 | +80 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 528i 258hp | 258 → 280 | +22 | 310 → 340 | +30 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 530D 258hp | 258 → 310 | +52 | 560 → 650 | +90 | Good (7/10) |
| 535D 299hp | 299 → 340 | +41 | 600 → 680 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 535D 306hp | 306 → 340 | +34 | 600 → 680 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 535i 306hp | 306 → 365 | +59 | 400 → 520 | +120 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 535D 313hp | 313 → 365 | +52 | 630 → 710 | +80 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 535i Active Hybrid 340hp | 340 → 400 | +60 | 450 → 520 | +70 | Moderate (5/10) |
| M 550D - 381hp | 381 → 420 | +39 | 740 → 800 | +60 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 550i 407hp | 407 → 470 | +63 | 600 → 700 | +100 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 550i Valvetronic 449hp | 449 → 540 | +91 | 650 → 780 | +130 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| M5 Bi-Turbo 560hp | 560 → 680 | +120 | 680 → 850 | +170 | Good (7.5/10) |
| M5 Competition 575hp | 575 → 680 | +105 | 680 → 850 | +170 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| M5 "30 Jahre Edition" 600hp | 600 → 680 | +80 | 700 → 850 | +150 | Moderate (5/10) |
Get a personalised remap quote for your BMW 5 Series. We'll connect you with a trusted professional in your area.
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.
