Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Polo 1.9 TDI 130hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2001 - 2005 ( 9N ) diesel engine from 130 BHP to 170 BHP and from 320 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 Polo can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volkswagen Polo 1.9 TDI 130hp is a 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine producing 130 BHP and 320 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 170 BHP and 390 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (31%) and 70 Nm (22%).
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.
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| Score |
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| 1.9 SDI 64hp | 64 → 75 | +11 | 125 → 145 | +20 | Good (7/10) |
| 1.2i 16v 64hp | 64 → 80 | +16 | 112 → 130 | +18 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 1.4 TDI 75hp | 75 → 100 | +25 | 195 → 245 | +50 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.4i 16v 75hp | 75 → 85 | +10 | 126 → 140 | +14 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.4i 16v 100hp | 100 → 110 | +10 | 126 → 140 | +14 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 100hp | 100 → 140 | +40 | 240 → 320 | +80 | 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.
