Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI GT 170hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI GT 170hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +30 BHP and +60 Nm torque

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BHP+30 hp (18%)

Standard

170 hp

Tuned

200 hp

Torque+60 Nm (25%)

Standard

240 Nm

Tuned

300 Nm

Suitability

Good (7.5/10)

Gains Profile

Torque-focused

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI GT 170hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI GT 170hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 5 - 2003 - 2008 petrol engine from 170 BHP to 200 BHP and from 240 Nm to 300 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 Volkswagen Golf can achieve.

How this engine compares

64thof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
39%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI GT 170hp is a 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine producing 170 BHP and 240 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 300 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (18%) and 60 Nm (25%).

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 Golf Golf 5 - 2003 - 2008 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
2.0 SDI 75hp	75 → 90	+15	140 → 160	+20	Good (7/10)
1.4i 16v 75hp	75 → 82	+7	126 → 140	+14	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.4 FSI 90hp	90 → 100	+10	130 → 145	+15	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.9 TDI 90hp	90 → 149	+59	210 → 320	+110	Excellent (8/10)
1.6i 8v 102hp	102 → 112	+10	148 → 165	+17	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.9 TDI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	250 → 320	+70	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 FSI 115hp	115 → 125	+10	155 → 170	+15	Moderate (4/10)
1.4 TSI 122hp	122 → 155	+33	200 → 270	+70	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 140hp (CAVD)	140 → 200	+60	220 → 300	+80	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI 140hp	140 → 175	+35	320 → 395	+75	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 FSI 150hp	150 → 165	+15	200 → 215	+15	Moderate (4/10)
2.0 TDI 170hp	170 → 200	+30	350 → 420	+70	Good (6.5/10)
2.0 TFSI GTI 200hp	200 → 250	+50	280 → 360	+80	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TFSI GTI 230hp	230 → 300	+70	300 → 410	+110	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TFSI GTI 240hp	240 → 300	+60	330 → 410	+80	Good (7.5/10)
R32 250hp	250 → 270	+20	320 → 345	+25	Moderate (4/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.4L
Capacity: 1390 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.4L TSI Turbo Petrol

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Medium confidence: Bosch MED9/MED17 (varies)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Manual and DSG/S tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine.

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelGolf

GenerationGolf 5 - 2003 - 2008

Engine1.4 TSI GT 170hp

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.