Expected gains of +30 BHP and +105 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Polo 1.8 T GTI Cup 180hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2005 - 2009 ( 9N3 ) petrol engine from 180 BHP to 210 BHP and from 235 Nm to 340 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Polo can achieve.
The Volkswagen Polo 1.8 T GTI Cup 180hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 180 BHP and 235 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 340 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (17%) and 105 Nm (45%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as high, 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: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 TDI 70hp |
| 70 → 100 |
| +30 |
| 155 → 245 |
| +90 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TDI 80hp | 80 → 100 | +20 | 195 → 245 | +50 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.4 TDI Bluemotion 80hp | 80 → 100 | +20 | 190 → 245 | +55 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.4i 16v 80hp | 80 → 90 | +10 | 132 → 148 | +16 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.4 FSI 85hp | 85 → 95 | +10 | 130 → 145 | +15 | 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) |
| 1.6i 16v 105hp | 105 → 120 | +15 | 148 → 170 | +22 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.9 TDI 130hp | 130 → 170 | +40 | 310 → 390 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.8 T GTI 150hp | 150 → 200 | +50 | 220 → 320 | +100 | 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.