Considering an ECU remap for your Mini Cooper S 1.6T 170hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this R53 - 2002 - 2007 petrol engine from 170 BHP to 175 BHP and from 210 Nm to 225 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 5.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mini Cooper S can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Mini Cooper S 1.6T 170hp is a 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine producing 170 BHP and 210 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 175 BHP and 225 Nm — a gain of around 5 BHP (3%) and 15 Nm (7%).
This engine has moderate 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: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
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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| 1.6T 163hp | 163 → 175 | +12 | 210 → 225 | +15 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 1.6T JCW 210hp | 210 → 225 | +15 | 240 → 260 | +20 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 1.6T GP 218hp | 218 → 225 | +7 | 250 → 260 | +10 | Moderate (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.
