Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.4 FSI 90hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 5 - 2003 - 2008 petrol engine from 90 BHP to 100 BHP and from 130 Nm to 145 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 Volkswagen Golf can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volkswagen Golf 1.4 FSI 90hp is a 1.4L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 90 BHP and 130 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 100 BHP and 145 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (11%) and 15 Nm (12%).
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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch MED9/MED17 (varies), and 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 |
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| Gain |
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| Torque |
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| Gain |
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| Score |
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| 2.0 SDI 75hp | 75 → 90 | +15 | 140 → 160 | +20 | Good (7/10) |
| 1.4i 16v 75hp | 75 → 82 | +7 | 126 → 140 | +14 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 90hp | 90 → 149 | +59 | 210 → 320 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6i 8v 102hp | 102 → 112 | +10 | 148 → 165 | +17 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 105hp | 105 → 140 | +35 | 250 → 320 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6 FSI 115hp | 115 → 125 | +10 | 155 → 170 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 122hp | 122 → 155 | +33 | 200 → 270 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 140hp (CAVD) | 140 → 200 | +60 | 220 → 300 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI 140hp | 140 → 175 | +35 | 320 → 395 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 FSI 150hp | 150 → 165 | +15 | 200 → 215 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.4 TSI GT 170hp | 170 → 200 | +30 | 240 → 300 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI 170hp | 170 → 200 | +30 | 350 → 420 | +70 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI GTI 200hp | 200 → 250 | +50 | 280 → 360 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI GTI 230hp | 230 → 300 | +70 | 300 → 410 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TFSI GTI 240hp | 240 → 300 | +60 | 330 → 410 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| R32 250hp | 250 → 270 | +20 | 320 → 345 | +25 | 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.
