Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDI 163hp Remap

Name: Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDI 163hp ECU Remap
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Expected gains of +37 BHP and +80 Nm torque

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BHP+37 hp (23%)

Standard

163 hp

Tuned

200 hp

Torque+80 Nm (22%)

Standard

370 Nm

Tuned

450 Nm

Suitability

Good (7.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

High

Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDI 163hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDI 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this W203 - 2000 - 2004 diesel engine from 163 BHP to 200 BHP and from 370 Nm to 450 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mercedes-Benz C can achieve.

How this engine compares

39thof 99 Mercedes-Benz C engines by power gain
60%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
64%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Mercedes-Benz C 270 CDI 163hp is a 2.7L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 370 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 450 Nm — a gain of around 37 BHP (23%) and 80 Nm (22%).

This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.

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 C W203 - 2000 - 2004 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
200 CDI 115hp	115 → 150	+35	250 → 330	+80	Excellent (8/10)
220 CDI 143hp	143 → 176	+33	315 → 380	+65	Good (7.5/10)
180 K - 143hp	143 → 155	+12	220 → 240	+20	Moderate (4/10)
200 K - 163hp	163 → 200	+37	240 → 280	+40	Moderate (5/10)
240 V6 170hp	170 → 180	+10	240 → 255	+15	Moderate (4/10)
270 CDI 170hp	170 → 200	+30	400 → 480	+80	Good (6.5/10)
3.0 CDI AMG 231hp	231 → 260	+29	540 → 600	+60	Good (6/10)
32 AMG 354hp	354 → 375	+21	450 → 480	+30	Limited (3.5/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 2.7L
Capacity: 2685 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Mercedes-benz 2.7L CDI Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch EDC15 / early generation 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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MakeMercedes-Benz

ModelC

GenerationW203 - 2000 - 2004

Engine270 CDI 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.