Volvo XC70 2.0 D3 163hp Remap

Name: Volvo XC70 2.0 D3 163hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volvo

Expected gains of +22 BHP and +50 Nm torque

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BHP+22 hp (13%)

Standard

163 hp

Tuned

185 hp

Torque+50 Nm (13%)

Standard

400 Nm

Tuned

450 Nm

Suitability

Good (6.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volvo XC70 2.0 D3 163hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo XC70 2.0 D3 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2012 -> diesel engine from 163 BHP to 185 BHP and from 400 Nm to 450 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 XC70 can achieve.

How this engine compares

24thof 30 Volvo XC70 engines by power gain
25%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
27%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volvo XC70 2.0 D3 163hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 185 BHP and 450 Nm — a gain of around 22 BHP (13%) and 50 Nm (12%).

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.

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.

Other XC70 2012 -> Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 2L
Capacity: 1984 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volvo 2.0L Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch EDC17-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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MakeVolvo

ModelXC70

Generation2012 ->

Engine2.0 D3 163hp

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.

2.4 D3/D4 163hp	163 → 230	+67	420 → 470	+50	Good (7.5/10)
2.4 D3/D4 163hp aut	163 → 230	+67	420 → 470	+50	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 D4 163hp	163 → 185	+22	400 → 450	+50	Good (6.5/10)
2.4 D4 181hp	181 → 230	+49	420 → 470	+50	Good (7/10)
2.0 D4 181hp	181 → 210	+29	400 → 450	+50	Good (6.5/10)
2.4 D5 185hp	185 → 205	+20	400 → 450	+50	Good (6.5/10)
2.4 D3/D4 Polestar 215hp	215 → 245	+30	440 → 500	+60	Good (6.5/10)
2.4 D5 215hp	215 → 245	+30	420 → 500	+80	Good (7/10)
2.4 D5 215hp aut	215 → 245	+30	440 → 500	+60	Good (6.5/10)
2.4 D5 Polestar 230hp	230 → 245	+15	470 → 500	+30	Moderate (5.5/10)
2.0 T5 245hp	245 → 270	+25	350 → 420	+70	Moderate (5/10)
T6 304hp	304 → 330	+26	440 → 495	+55	Moderate (4.5/10)
T6 Polestar 329hp	329 → 340	+11	480 → 500	+20	Limited (3/10)