Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 115hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 115hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +35 BHP and +80 Nm torque

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BHP+35 hp (30%)

Standard

115 hp

Tuned

150 hp

Torque+80 Nm (32%)

Standard

250 Nm

Tuned

330 Nm

Suitability

Excellent (8.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 115hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI 115hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 7.5 - 2017 - 2019 diesel engine from 115 BHP to 150 BHP and from 250 Nm to 330 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8.5/10 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

51stof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
54%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
64%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 115hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 115 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 150 BHP and 330 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (30%) and 80 Nm (32%).

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 7.5 - 2017 - 2019 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.0 TSI 85hp	85 → 135	+50	175 → 240	+65	Excellent (8/10)
1.0 TSI 110hp	110 → 135	+25	200 → 240	+40	Good (7.5/10)
1.0 TSI 116hp	116 → 135	+19	200 → 240	+40	Good (7/10)
1.4 TSI 125hp	125 → 155	+30	200 → 270	+70	Good (7.5/10)
1.5 TSI Bluemotion 130hp	130 → 170	+40	200 → 290	+90	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI 150hp	150 → 195	+45	320 → 430	+110	Excellent (8/10)
1.5 TSI 150hp	150 → 180	+30	250 → 335	+85	Good (7.5/10)
1.8 TSI 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 230hp	230 → 300	+70	350 → 440	+90	Good (7/10)
2.0 TSI GTI Performance 245hp	245 → 300	+55	360 → 440	+80	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI GTI TCR 290hp	290 → 350	+60	380 → 460	+80	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI - R 310hp	310 → 365	+55	380 → 470	+90	Good (7.5/10)

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 7.5 - 2017 - 2019

Engine1.6 TDI 115hp

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.