Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo S40 T5 230hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2007 - 2012 petrol engine from 230 BHP to 250 BHP and from 320 Nm to 380 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volvo S40 can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Volvo S40 T5 230hp is a 2.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 230 BHP and 320 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 250 BHP and 380 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (9%) and 60 Nm (19%).
This engine has limited 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.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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 |
|---|
| 1.6D 109hp | 109 → 134 | +25 | 240 → 295 | +55 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 D2 115hp | 115 → 140 | +25 | 270 → 320 | +50 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0D 136hp | 136 → 172 | +36 | 320 → 400 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.4i 140hp | 140 → 170 | +30 | 220 → 245 | +25 | Moderate (5/10) |
| 2.0 D3 150hp | 150 → 200 | +50 | 350 → 450 | +100 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 2.4 D5 163hp | 163 → 225 | +62 | 400 → 480 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 D4 177hp | 177 → 200 | +23 | 400 → 450 | +50 | Good (6/10) |
| 2.4 D5 180hp | 180 → 225 | +45 | 400 → 480 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.4 D5 180hp aut | 180 → 205 | +25 | 350 → 400 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| T5 220hp | 220 → 260 | +40 | 320 → 380 | +60 | Moderate (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.
