Expected gains of +50 BHP and +60 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 TSI 170hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2011 - 2014 petrol engine from 170 BHP to 220 BHP and from 320 Nm to 380 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 Jetta can achieve.
The Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 TSI 170hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 170 BHP and 320 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 220 BHP and 380 Nm — a gain of around 50 BHP (29%) and 60 Nm (19%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 TDI 105hp | 105 → 140 | +35 | 250 → 320 | +70 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 1.2 TSI 105hp | 105 → 140 | +35 | 175 → 225 | +50 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 122hp | 122 → 155 | +33 | 200 → 270 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 140hp | 140 → 180 | +40 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TSI Hybride 150hp | 150 → 200 | +50 | 250 → 300 | +50 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 150hp | 150 → 180 | +30 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 160hp | 160 → 200 | +40 | 240 → 300 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.5i 170hp | 170 → 190 | +20 | 240 → 267 | +27 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 200hp | 200 → 275 | +75 | 280 → 450 | +170 | Excellent (8/10) |
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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.