Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.0 TSI 116hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 7.5 - 2017 - 2019 petrol engine from 116 BHP to 135 BHP and from 200 Nm to 240 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Golf can achieve.
The Volkswagen Golf 1.0 TSI 116hp is a 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 116 BHP and 200 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 135 BHP and 240 Nm — a gain of around 19 BHP (16%) and 40 Nm (20%).
This engine has moderate 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 MED17 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
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 | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 TSI 85hp | 85 → 135 | +50 | 175 → 240 | +65 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.0 TSI 110hp | 110 → 135 | +25 | 200 → 240 | +40 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 TDI 115hp | 115 → 150 | +35 | 250 → 330 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 125hp | 125 → 155 | +30 | 200 → 270 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.5 TSI Bluemotion 130hp | 130 → 170 | +40 | 200 → 290 | +90 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI 150hp | 150 → 195 | +45 | 320 → 430 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.5 TSI 150hp | 150 → 180 | +30 | 250 → 335 | +85 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8 TSI 180hp | 180 → 220 | +40 | 250 → 380 | +130 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR GTD 184hp | 184 → 225 | +41 | 380 → 460 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.4 TSI GTE 204hp | 204 → 285 | +81 | 350 → 480 | +130 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TSI GTI 230hp | 230 → 300 | +70 | 350 → 440 | +90 | Good (7/10) |
| 2.0 TSI GTI Performance 245hp | 245 → 300 | +55 | 360 → 440 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI GTI TCR 290hp | 290 → 350 | +60 | 380 → 460 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI - R 310hp | 310 → 365 | +55 | 380 → 470 | +90 | Good (7.5/10) |
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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.
