Volkswagen Jetta 2.5i 170hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Jetta 2.5i 170hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +20 BHP and +27 Nm torque

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BHP+20 hp (12%)

Standard

170 hp

Tuned

190 hp

Torque+27 Nm (11%)

Standard

240 Nm

Tuned

267 Nm

Suitability

Moderate (4.5/10)

Gains Profile

Balanced

Headroom

Medium

Volkswagen Jetta 2.5i 170hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Jetta 2.5i 170hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2005 - 2011 petrol engine from 170 BHP to 190 BHP and from 240 Nm to 267 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Jetta can achieve.

How this engine compares

31stof 36 Volkswagen Jetta engines by power gain
14%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
16%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Jetta 2.5i 170hp is a 2.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 170 BHP and 240 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 190 BHP and 267 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (12%) and 27 Nm (11%).

This engine has limited 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 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 Jetta 2005 - 2011 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.9 TDI 90hp	90 → 140	+50	240 → 320	+80	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)
1.6 TDI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	250 → 320	+70	Excellent (8/10)
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)
2.0 TDI 140hp	140 → 175	+35	320 → 395	+75	Good (7.5/10)
1.4 TSI 140hp	140 → 200	+60	220 → 300	+80	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 FSI 150hp	150 → 160	+10	200 → 215	+15	Moderate (4/10)
1.4 TSI 160hp	160 → 200	+40	240 → 300	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI 170hp	170 → 200	+30	350 → 420	+70	Good (6.5/10)
1.4 TSI GT 170hp	170 → 200	+30	240 → 300	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI 200hp	200 → 260	+60	280 → 380	+100	Excellent (8/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated
Displacement: 2.5L
Capacity: 2480 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Volkswagen 2.5L NA Petrol

ECU & Transmission

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

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MakeVolkswagen

ModelJetta

Generation2005 - 2011

Engine2.5i 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.