Expected gains of +34 BHP and +55 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 2.0 TDI 136hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this B5 - 1996 - 2005 diesel engine from 136 BHP to 170 BHP and from 335 Nm to 390 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 Passat / Magotan can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 2.0 TDI 136hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 136 BHP and 335 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 170 BHP and 390 Nm — a gain of around 34 BHP (25%) and 55 Nm (16%).
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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 TDI 90hp | 90 → 120 | +30 | 210 → 270 | +60 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 100hp | 100 → 140 | +40 | 250 → 320 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6i 8v 102hp | 102 → 112 | +10 | 148 → 165 | +17 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 2.0i 8v 115hp | 115 → 125 | +10 | 172 → 187 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 115hp | 115 → 145 | +30 | 285 → 360 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8i 20v 125hp | 125 → 135 | +10 | 173 → 188 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.0i 20v 130hp | 130 → 140 | +10 | 195 → 215 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 130hp | 130 → 170 | +40 | 310 → 390 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.5 TDI 150hp | 150 → 190 | +40 | 310 → 390 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8T 20v 150hp | 150 → 192 | +42 | 210 → 310 | +100 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.3 V5 150hp | 150 → 160 | +10 | 205 → 220 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.5 TDI 163hp | 163 → 190 | +27 | 350 → 390 | +40 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.3 V5 170hp | 170 → 185 | +15 | 220 → 240 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.5 TDI 180hp | 180 → 210 | +30 | 370 → 420 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.8 V6 193hp | 193 → 208 | +15 | 280 → 300 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 4.0 W8 275hp | 275 → 295 | +20 | 370 → 395 | +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.