Volvo V70 D5 185hp Remap

Name: Volvo V70 D5 185hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volvo

Expected gains of +30 BHP and +60 Nm torque

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BHP+30 hp (16%)

Standard

185 hp

Tuned

215 hp

Torque+60 Nm (15%)

Standard

400 Nm

Tuned

460 Nm

Suitability

Good (6.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volvo V70 D5 185hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo V70 D5 185hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2000 - 2008 diesel engine from 185 BHP to 215 BHP and from 400 Nm to 460 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volvo V70 can achieve.

How this engine compares

32ndof 55 Volvo V70 engines by power gain
39%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volvo V70 D5 185hp is a 2.4L turbocharged diesel engine producing 185 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 215 BHP and 460 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (16%) and 60 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.

Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.

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.

Considerations

!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.

!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.

Other V70 2000 - 2008 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
2.4D 126hp	126 → 185	+59	300 → 400	+100	Excellent (8/10)
2.4D 130hp	130 → 190	+60	280 → 420	+140	Excellent (8/10)
2.5D 140hp	140 → 170	+30	290 → 350	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.4i 140hp	140 → 170	+30	220 → 245	+25	Moderate (5/10)
2.4 D5 163hp	163 → 215	+52	340 → 460	+120	Excellent (8/10)
2.4D 163hp	163 → 205	+42	340 → 450	+110	Good (7/10)
2.0T 180hp	180 → 225	+45	240 → 300	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.4T 200hp	200 → 235	+35	285 → 380	+95	Good (7.5/10)
2.5T 210hp	210 → 245	+35	320 → 385	+65	Good (7/10)
2.3 T5 250hp	250 → 310	+60	330 → 430	+100	Moderate (5.5/10)
2.3 T5 260hp	260 → 300	+40	350 → 400	+50	Moderate (4.5/10)
2.5 R 300hp	300 → 335	+35	400 → 460	+60	Moderate (4.5/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 2.4L
Capacity: 2401 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volvo 2.4L Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch EDC15-era diesel ECU (varies)
Gearbox Low confidence: Transmission varies by trim and market; check manual/automatic type and torque rating. At this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important.

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Confirm Your Vehicle

MakeVolvo

ModelV70

Generation2000 - 2008

EngineD5 185hp

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.