Volkswagen Golf 1.4i 16v 80hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.4i 16v 80hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +10 BHP and +13 Nm torque

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BHP+10 hp (13%)

Standard

80 hp

Tuned

90 hp

Torque+13 Nm (10%)

Standard

132 Nm

Tuned

145 Nm

Suitability

Moderate (4.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volkswagen Golf 1.4i 16v 80hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.4i 16v 80hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 6 - 2009 - 2012 petrol engine from 80 BHP to 90 BHP and from 132 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.

How this engine compares

99thof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
2%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
2%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Golf 1.4i 16v 80hp is a 1.4L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 80 BHP and 132 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 90 BHP and 145 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (12%) and 13 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 moderate, 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.

Considerations

!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.

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Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated
Displacement: 1.4L
Capacity: 1390 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.4L NA Petrol

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch/Siemens petrol ECU (varies)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Manual and DSG/S tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine.

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelGolf

GenerationGolf 6 - 2009 - 2012

Engine1.4i 16v 80hp

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.

1.2 TSI 85hp	85 → 140	+55	160 → 225	+65	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI 90hp	90 → 140	+50	230 → 320	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.6i 8v 102hp	102 → 112	+10	148 → 165	+17	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.6 TDI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	250 → 320	+70	Excellent (8/10)
1.2 TSI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	175 → 225	+50	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR 110hp	110 → 180	+70	250 → 360	+110	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 122hp	122 → 150	+28	200 → 265	+65	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI CR 136hp	136 → 185	+49	320 → 420	+100	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR 140hp	140 → 185	+45	320 → 420	+100	Excellent (8/10)
1.8 TSI 160hp	160 → 210	+50	250 → 340	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 160hp	160 → 200	+40	240 → 300	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI CR GTD 170hp	170 → 205	+35	350 → 430	+80	Good (7.5/10)
2.5i 170hp	170 → 190	+20	240 → 267	+27	Moderate (4.5/10)
2.0 TSI GTI 210hp	210 → 260	+50	280 → 380	+100	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 - 235hp	235 → 310	+75	300 → 410	+110	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI R 270hp	270 → 310	+40	350 → 420	+70	Good (6.5/10)