Expected gains of +20 BHP and +30 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Up 1.0 TSI GTI 115hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2012 -> petrol engine from 115 BHP to 135 BHP and from 200 Nm to 230 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 Up can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volkswagen Up 1.0 TSI GTI 115hp is a 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 115 BHP and 200 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 135 BHP and 230 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (17%) and 30 Nm (15%).
This engine has moderate remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, 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.
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 |
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| Gain |
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| Torque |
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| Gain |
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| Score |
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| 1.0i 60hp | 60 → 85 | +25 | 95 → 105 | +10 | Moderate (5.5/10) |
| 1.0i 75hp | 75 → 85 | +10 | 95 → 105 | +10 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.0 TSI 90hp | 90 → 135 | +45 | 160 → 230 | +70 | 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.