Considering an ECU remap for your Buick Rainier 4.2 V8 279hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2004 - 2007 petrol engine from 279 BHP to 295 BHP and from 373 Nm to 395 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 Rainier can achieve.
The Buick Rainier 4.2 V8 279hp is a 4.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 279 BHP and 373 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 295 BHP and 395 Nm — a gain of around 16 BHP (6%) and 22 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3 V8 294hp | 294 → 310 | +16 | 441 → 465 | +24 | Limited (3.5/10) |
| 304 → 321 |
| +17 |
| 447 → 471 |
| +24 |
| 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.
