Expected gains of +10 BHP and +20 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Citroën C3 Picasso 1.6 VTi 120hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2009 - 2013 petrol engine from 120 BHP to 130 BHP and from 160 Nm to 180 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Citroën C3 Picasso can achieve.
The Citroën C3 Picasso 1.6 VTi 120hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 120 BHP and 160 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 130 BHP and 180 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (8%) and 20 Nm (12%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 HDi 8V 92hp | 92 → 115 | +23 | 230 → 260 | +30 | Good (7/10) |
| 1.4 VTi 95hp |
| 95 → 105 |
| +10 |
| 135 → 150 |
| +15 |
| Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.6 HDi 16V 110hp | 110 → 135 | +25 | 240 → 300 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 HDi 8V 112hp | 112 → 140 | +28 | 270 → 330 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 e-HDi 8V 115hp | 115 → 140 | +25 | 270 → 320 | +50 | 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.