Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +12 BHP and +17 Nm torque

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BHP+12 hp (18%)

Standard

68 hp

Tuned

80 hp

Torque+17 Nm (13%)

Standard

133 Nm

Tuned

150 Nm

Suitability

Good (7/10)

Gains Profile

Power-focused

Headroom

Medium

Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 4 - 1997 - 2003 diesel engine from 68 BHP to 80 BHP and from 133 Nm to 150 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 Volkswagen Golf can achieve.

How this engine compares

96thof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
7%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
6%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp is a 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine producing 68 BHP and 133 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 80 BHP and 150 Nm — a gain of around 12 BHP (18%) and 17 Nm (13%).

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.

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 Golf Golf 4 - 1997 - 2003 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.4i 75hp	75 → 83	+8	128 → 142	+14	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.9 TDI 90hp	90 → 120	+30	210 → 270	+60	Excellent (8/10)
1.9 TDI 100hp	100 → 140	+40	240 → 320	+80	Excellent (8/10)
1.6i 16v 105hp	105 → 115	+10	148 → 165	+17	Moderate (4.5/10)
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 → 145	+30	285 → 360	+75	Good (7.5/10)
2.0i 8v 115hp	115 → 125	+10	170 → 185	+15	Moderate (4/10)
1.8i 20v 125hp	125 → 135	+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)
1.8T 20v GTI 150hp	150 → 192	+42	210 → 310	+100	Excellent (8/10)
2.3 VR5 150hp	150 → 165	+15	205 → 225	+20	Moderate (4/10)
2.3 VR5 GTI 170hp	170 → 185	+15	225 → 245	+20	Moderate (4/10)
1.8T 20v GTI 180hp	180 → 192	+12	235 → 310	+75	Good (6.5/10)
2.8 VR6 204hp	204 → 218	+14	270 → 290	+20	Moderate (4/10)
R32 VR6 242hp	242 → 262	+20	320 → 345	+25	Moderate (4/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.9L
Capacity: 1896 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.9L Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Medium confidence: Bosch EDC15 (likely)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Manual and DSG/S tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine.

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelGolf

GenerationGolf 4 - 1997 - 2003

Engine1.9 SDI 68hp

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.