Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +35 BHP and +70 Nm torque

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BHP+35 hp (33%)

Standard

105 hp

Tuned

140 hp

Torque+70 Nm (28%)

Standard

250 Nm

Tuned

320 Nm

Suitability

Excellent (8/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 6 - 2009 - 2012 diesel engine from 105 BHP to 140 BHP and from 250 Nm to 320 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 Golf can achieve.

How this engine compares

51stof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
54%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
55%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 105hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 105 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (33%) and 70 Nm (28%).

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 Golf Golf 6 - 2009 - 2012 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.4i 16v 80hp	80 → 90	+10	132 → 145	+13	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.2 TSI 85hp	85 → 140	+55	160 → 225	+65	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI 90hp	90 → 140	+50	230 → 320	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.6i 8v 102hp	102 → 112	+10	148 → 165	+17	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.2 TSI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	175 → 225	+50	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR 110hp	110 → 180	+70	250 → 360	+110	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 122hp	122 → 150	+28	200 → 265	+65	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI CR 136hp	136 → 185	+49	320 → 420	+100	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR 140hp	140 → 185	+45	320 → 420	+100	Excellent (8/10)
1.8 TSI 160hp	160 → 210	+50	250 → 340	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 160hp	160 → 200	+40	240 → 300	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI CR GTD 170hp	170 → 205	+35	350 → 430	+80	Good (7.5/10)
2.5i 170hp	170 → 190	+20	240 → 267	+27	Moderate (4.5/10)
2.0 TSI GTI 210hp	210 → 260	+50	280 → 380	+100	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI GTI Edition 35 - 235hp	235 → 310	+75	300 → 410	+110	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI R 270hp	270 → 310	+40	350 → 420	+70	Good (6.5/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Diesel
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.6L
Capacity: 1598 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.6L TDI Turbo Diesel

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU High confidence: Bosch EDC17 (likely)
Gearbox Medium confidence: Manual and DSG/S tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine.

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelGolf

GenerationGolf 6 - 2009 - 2012

Engine1.6 TDI 105hp

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.