Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 125hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 125hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +30 BHP and +70 Nm torque

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BHP+30 hp (24%)

Standard

125 hp

Tuned

155 hp

Torque+70 Nm (35%)

Standard

200 Nm

Tuned

270 Nm

Suitability

Good (7.5/10)

Gains Profile

Torque-focused

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 125hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 125hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 7 - 2012 - 2016 petrol engine from 125 BHP to 155 BHP and from 200 Nm to 270 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
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 1.4 TSI 125hp is a 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine producing 125 BHP and 200 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 155 BHP and 270 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (24%) and 70 Nm (35%).

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.

Other Golf Golf 7 - 2012 - 2016 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.2 TSI 85hp	85 → 140	+55	160 → 235	+75	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI CR 90hp	90 → 150	+60	210 → 330	+120	Excellent (8.5/10)
1.0 TSI 95hp	95 → 135	+40	160 → 250	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI CR 105hp	105 → 150	+45	250 → 330	+80	Excellent (8.5/10)
1.2 TSI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	175 → 235	+60	Excellent (8/10)
1.0 TSI 110hp	110 → 135	+25	200 → 240	+40	Good (7.5/10)
1.2 TSI 110hp	110 → 140	+30	175 → 235	+60	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TGI 110hp	110 → 145	+35	200 → 250	+50	Moderate (5.5/10)
1.6i 16v 110hp	110 → 125	+15	155 → 175	+20	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.6 TDI CR 110hp	110 → 145	+35	250 → 330	+80	Excellent (8.5/10)
1.6 TDI CR 110hp (2016 ->)	110 → 145	+35	250 → 330	+80	Excellent (8.5/10)
1.0 TSI 115hp	115 → 135	+20	200 → 240	+40	Good (7/10)
1.4 TSI 122hp	122 → 155	+33	200 → 270	+70	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR 136hp	136 → 195	+59	320 → 430	+110	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI 140hp	140 → 175	+35	250 → 320	+70	Good (7.5/10)
1.4 TSI 150hp	150 → 175	+25	250 → 320	+70	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI CR 150hp	150 → 190	+40	320 → 420	+100	Good (7.5/10)
1.8 TFSI 180hp	180 → 220	+40	250 → 380	+130	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI CR GTD 184hp	184 → 225	+41	380 → 460	+80	Good (7.5/10)
1.4 TSI GTE 204hp	204 → 285	+81	350 → 480	+130	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI GTI 220hp	220 → 300	+80	350 → 450	+100	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI GTI Performance 230hp	230 → 300	+70	350 → 450	+100	Good (7/10)
2.0 TSI GTI Clubsport 265hp	265 → 365	+100	350 → 470	+120	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI R 300hp	300 → 365	+65	380 → 500	+120	Good (7/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.4L
Capacity: 1395 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 1.4L TSI Turbo Petrol

ECU & Transmission

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

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelGolf

GenerationGolf 7 - 2012 - 2016

Engine1.4 TSI 125hp

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.