Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 1.6 TDI 120hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 1.6 TDI 120hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +25 BHP and +70 Nm torque

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BHP+25 hp (21%)

Standard

120 hp

Tuned

145 hp

Torque+70 Nm (28%)

Standard

250 Nm

Tuned

320 Nm

Suitability

Good (7.5/10)

Gains Profile

Torque-focused

Headroom

High

Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 1.6 TDI 120hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Passat / Magotan 1.6 TDI 120hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this B8 - 2019 -> diesel engine from 120 BHP to 145 BHP and from 250 Nm to 320 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 Passat / Magotan can achieve.

How this engine compares

54thof 71 Volkswagen Passat / Magotan engines by power gain
28%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 Passat / Magotan 1.6 TDI 120hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 120 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 145 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 25 BHP (21%) and 70 Nm (28%).

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 Passat / Magotan B8 - 2019 -> Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
2.0 TDI 122hp	122 → 195	+73	250 → 430	+180	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI 150hp	150 → 195	+45	360 → 430	+70	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TSI 150hp	150 → 245	+95	270 → 430	+160	Excellent (8/10)
1.5 TSI 150hp	150 → 180	+30	250 → 335	+85	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI 190hp	190 → 220	+30	400 → 450	+50	Good (6.5/10)
2.0 TSI 190hp	190 → 245	+55	320 → 430	+110	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TDI 200hp	200 → 240	+40	400 → 470	+70	Good (7/10)
1.4 TSI GTE 218hp	218 → 273	+55	400 → 460	+60	Good (7.5/10)
2.0 TDI 240hp	240 → 280	+40	500 → 600	+100	Good (7/10)
2.0 TSI 272hp	272 → 350	+78	350 → 460	+110	Excellent (8/10)

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

ModelPassat / Magotan

GenerationB8 - 2019 ->

Engine1.6 TDI 120hp

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.