Expected gains of +15 BHP and +50 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Tiguan 1.6 TDI 115hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this NZ - 2016 - 2020 diesel engine from 115 BHP to 130 BHP and from 280 Nm to 330 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 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 1.6 TDI 115hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 115 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 130 BHP and 330 Nm — a gain of around 15 BHP (13%) and 50 Nm (18%).
This engine has moderate 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is a Bosch EDC17 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 TDI CR 110hp | 110 → 190 | +80 | 280 → 420 | +140 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 115hp |
| 115 → 190 |
| +75 |
| 320 → 420 |
| +100 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 125hp | 125 → 155 | +30 | 200 → 270 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.5 TSI 130hp | 130 → 170 | +40 | 200 → 290 | +90 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 150hp | 150 → 190 | +40 | 320 → 420 | +100 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.4 TSI 150hp | 150 → 175 | +25 | 250 → 320 | +70 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.5 TSI 150hp | 150 → 180 | +30 | 250 → 335 | +85 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 180hp | 180 → 245 | +65 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Excellent (8.5/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 184hp | 184 → 220 | +36 | 380 → 450 | +70 | Good (7/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR 190hp | 190 → 220 | +30 | 400 → 450 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 190hp | 190 → 245 | +55 | 320 → 430 | +110 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 220hp | 220 → 275 | +55 | 350 → 450 | +100 | Good (7/10) |
| 2.0 TSI 230hp | 230 → 300 | +70 | 350 → 450 | +100 | Good (7/10) |
| 2.0 TDI CR Bi-Turbo 240hp | 240 → 300 | +60 | 500 → 550 | +50 | Good (7/10) |
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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.