Expected gains of +10 BHP and +15 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Buick Excelle GT 1.8 ECOTEC 146hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this All petrol engine from 146 BHP to 156 BHP and from 177 Nm to 192 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 Buick Excelle GT can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Buick Excelle GT 1.8 ECOTEC 146hp is a 1.8L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 146 BHP and 177 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 156 BHP and 192 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (7%) and 15 Nm (8%).
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.
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 |
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| Score |
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| 1.6i 121hp | 121 → 131 | +10 | 150 → 165 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.4 Turbo 140hp | 140 → 170 | +30 | 200 → 270 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 Turbo 181hp | 181 → 210 | +29 | 235 → 300 | +65 | Good (7.5/10) |
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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.