Expected gains of +40 BHP and +90 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Tiguan 1.5 TSI 130hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2020 -> ... petrol engine from 130 BHP to 170 BHP and from 200 Nm to 290 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 Tiguan can achieve.
The Volkswagen Tiguan 1.5 TSI 130hp is a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 130 BHP and 200 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 170 BHP and 290 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (31%) and 90 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 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.. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 122 → 195 |
| +73 |
| 320 → 430 |
| +110 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.5 TSI 150hp | 150 → 180 | +30 | 250 → 335 | +85 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 150hp | 150 → 200 | +50 | 320 → 430 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 190hp | 190 → 245 | +55 | 320 → 430 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 200hp | 200 → 220 | +20 | 400 → 450 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 1.4 e-Hybrid 245hp | 245 → 285 | +40 | 400 → 460 | +60 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 245hp | 245 → 327 | +82 | 360 → 470 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| R 2.0 TFSI 320hp | 320 → 390 | +70 | 420 → 500 | +80 | 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.