Expected gains of +31 BHP and +70 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Crafter 2.5 TDI 109hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2002 - 2011 diesel engine from 109 BHP to 140 BHP and from 280 Nm to 350 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Crafter can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volkswagen Crafter 2.5 TDI 109hp is a 2.5L turbocharged diesel engine producing 109 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 350 Nm — a gain of around 31 BHP (28%) and 70 Nm (25%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch EDC15 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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 |
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| 2.5 TDI 88hp | 88 → 115 | +27 | 220 → 290 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.5 TDI 136hp | 136 → 166 | +30 | 300 → 390 | +90 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.5 TDI 164hp | 164 → 193 | +29 | 350 → 450 | +100 | Good (7/10) |
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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.