Volkswagen Bora 1.8T 20v 150hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Bora 1.8T 20v 150hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +42 BHP and +100 Nm torque

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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-focused

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Bora 1.8T 20v 150hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Bora 1.8T 20v 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1998 - 2005 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 Volkswagen Bora can achieve.

How this engine compares

1stof 15 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora 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.

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 Bora 1998 - 2005 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.4i 16v 75hp	75 → 82	+7	128 → 140	+12	Moderate (4/10)
1.9 TDI 90hp	90 → 120	+30	210 → 280	+70	Excellent (8/10)
1.9 TDI 100hp	100 → 140	+40	240 → 320	+80	Excellent (8/10)
1.6i 16v 105hp	105 → 115	+10	148 → 160	+12	Moderate (4/10)
1.9 TDI 110hp	110 → 140	+30	235 → 300	+65	Good (7.5/10)
1.6 FSI 110hp	110 → 120	+10	155 → 170	+15	Moderate (4/10)
1.9 TDI 115hp	115 → 143	+28	285 → 360	+75	Good (7.5/10)
2.0i 8v 115hp	115 → 125	+10	170 → 185	+15	Moderate (4/10)
1.9 TDI 130hp	130 → 170	+40	310 → 390	+80	Good (7.5/10)
1.9 TDI 150hp	150 → 190	+40	320 → 410	+90	Good (7/10)
2.3 V5 150hp	150 → 165	+15	205 → 225	+20	Moderate (4/10)
2.3 V5 170hp	170 → 185	+15	220 → 240	+20	Moderate (4/10)
1.8T 20v 180hp	180 → 192	+12	235 → 310	+75	Good (6.5/10)
2.8 V6 204hp	204 → 220	+16	270 → 290	+20	Moderate (4/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.8L
Capacity: 1781 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.8L NA Petrol

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Bosch/Siemens petrol ECU (varies)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Manual and DSG/S tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine.

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelBora

Generation1998 - 2005

Engine1.8T 20v 150hp

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.