BMW 1 Series 125D 218hp (1995cc) Remap

Name: BMW 1 Series 125D 218hp (1995cc) ECU Remap
Brand: BMW

Expected gains of +52 BHP and +50 Nm torque

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BHP+52 hp (24%)

Standard

218 hp

Tuned

270 hp

Torque+50 Nm (11%)

Standard

450 Nm

Tuned

500 Nm

Suitability

Good (7/10)

Gains Profile

Power-focused

Headroom

Medium

BMW 1 Series 125D 218hp (1995cc) ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 1 Series 125D 218hp (1995cc)? A Stage 1 remap can take this F20 - 2011 - 2015 diesel engine from 218 BHP to 270 BHP and from 450 Nm to 500 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 BMW 1 Series can achieve.

How this engine compares

24thof 68 BMW 1 Series engines by power gain
80%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 BMW 1 serie 125D 218hp (1995cc) is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 218 BHP and 450 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 270 BHP and 500 Nm — a gain of around 52 BHP (24%) and 50 Nm (11%).

This engine has moderate remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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 EDC17 (likely), and the transmission is many variants use zf 8-speed automatic (where fitted); manuals also exist. at this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important..

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.

Other 1 Series F20 - 2011 - 2015 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
114D 95hp (1598cc)	95 → 140	+45	235 → 320	+85	Excellent (8.5/10)
114i 102hp	102 → 210	+108	180 → 310	+130	Good (6.5/10)
116D 116hp (1598cc)	116 → 140	+24	260 → 320	+60	Excellent (8/10)
116D 116hp (1995cc)	116 → 190	+74	260 → 400	+140	Excellent (8.5/10)
116i 136hp	136 → 210	+74	220 → 310	+90	Good (6.5/10)
118D 136hp	136 → 190	+54	320 → 400	+80	Excellent (8.5/10)
118D 143hp	143 → 190	+47	320 → 400	+80	Excellent (8/10)
120D 163hp	163 → 220	+57	380 → 440	+60	Good (7.5/10)
118i (1600cc) 170hp	170 → 210	+40	250 → 310	+60	Moderate (5.5/10)
120D 184hp	184 → 220	+36	380 → 440	+60	Good (7/10)
120D 200hp	200 → 220	+20	420 → 440	+20	Moderate (5.5/10)
125D 211hp (1995cc)	211 → 270	+59	450 → 500	+50	Good (7/10)
125i 218hp	218 → 270	+52	310 → 440	+130	Good (6.5/10)
125i MMP 238hp	238 → 270	+32	330 → 440	+110	Moderate (5.5/10)
M 135i 320hp	320 → 385	+65	450 → 520	+70	Moderate (5/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 2L
Capacity: 1995 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: BMW 2.0L Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Medium confidence: Bosch EDC17 (likely)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Many variants use ZF 8-speed automatic (where fitted); manuals also exist. At this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important.

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MakeBMW

Model1 Series

GenerationF20 - 2011 - 2015

Engine125D 218hp (1995cc)

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.