Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Bora 2.3 V5 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1998 - 2005 petrol engine from 150 BHP to 165 BHP and from 205 Nm to 225 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 Volkswagen Bora can achieve.
The Volkswagen Bora 2.3 V5 150hp is a 2.3L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 150 BHP and 205 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 165 BHP and 225 Nm — a gain of around 15 BHP (10%) and 20 Nm (10%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4i 16v 75hp | 75 → 82 | +7 | 128 → 140 | +12 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 90hp | 90 → 120 | +30 | 210 → 280 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 100hp | 100 → 140 | +40 | 240 → 320 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6i 16v 105hp | 105 → 115 | +10 | 148 → 160 | +12 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 110hp | 110 → 140 | +30 | 235 → 300 | +65 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 FSI 110hp | 110 → 120 | +10 | 155 → 170 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 115hp | 115 → 143 | +28 | 285 → 360 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0i 8v 115hp | 115 → 125 | +10 | 170 → 185 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 130hp | 130 → 170 | +40 | 310 → 390 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 150hp | 150 → 190 | +40 | 320 → 410 | +90 | Good (7/10) |
| 1.8T 20v 150hp | 150 → 192 | +42 | 210 → 310 | +100 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.3 V5 170hp | 170 → 185 | +15 | 220 → 240 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.8T 20v 180hp | 180 → 192 | +12 | 235 → 310 | +75 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.8 V6 204hp | 204 → 220 | +16 | 270 → 290 | +20 | 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.
