BHP+42 hp (28%)
Standard
150 hp
Tuned
192 hp
Torque+100 Nm (48%)
Standard
210 Nm
Tuned
310 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighAudi A3 1.8T 20V 150hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A3 1.8T 20V 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8L - 1996 - 2003 petrol engine from 150 BHP to 192 BHP and from 210 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi A3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 24thof 71 Audi A3 engines by power gain
- 69%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 79%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A3 1.8T 20V 150hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 150 BHP and 210 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 192 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 42 BHP (28%) and 100 Nm (48%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, 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.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.