Considering an ECU remap for your Chevrolet Malibu 3.5 V6 217hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2006 - 2012 petrol engine from 217 BHP to 235 BHP and from 290 Nm to 310 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 Chevrolet Malibu can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Chevrolet Malibu 3.5 V6 217hp is a 3.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 217 BHP and 290 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 235 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 18 BHP (8%) and 20 Nm (7%).
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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| 2.4 169hp | 169 → 190 | +21 | 219 → 240 | +21 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 3.9 V6 240hp | 240 → 260 | +20 | 325 → 345 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 3.6 V6 252hp | 252 → 270 | +18 | 340 → 370 | +30 | Moderate (4/10) |
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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.
