Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 180hp Remap

Name: Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 180hp ECU Remap
Brand: Volkswagen

Expected gains of +20 BHP and +50 Nm torque

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BHP+20 hp (11%)

Standard

180 hp

Tuned

200 hp

Torque+50 Nm (20%)

Standard

250 Nm

Tuned

300 Nm

Suitability

Good (7/10)

Gains Profile

Torque-focused

Headroom

Medium

Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 180hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 180hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2009 - 2014 ( 6R ) petrol engine from 180 BHP to 200 BHP and from 250 Nm to 300 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Polo can achieve.

How this engine compares

36thof 57 Volkswagen Polo engines by power gain
14%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
27%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Volkswagen Polo GTI 1.4 TSI 180hp is a 1.4L turbocharged petrol engine producing 180 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 300 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (11%) and 50 Nm (20%).

This engine has moderate 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 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 Polo 2009 - 2014 ( 6R ) Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
1.2i 12v 60hp	60 → 67	+7	108 → 118	+10	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.2i 12v 70hp	70 → 77	+7	112 → 122	+10	Moderate (4/10)
1.2 TDI 75hp	75 → 105	+30	180 → 240	+60	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI 75hp	75 → 130	+55	195 → 320	+125	Excellent (8/10)
1.4i 16v 85hp	85 → 95	+10	132 → 147	+15	Moderate (4.5/10)
1.2 TSI 90hp	90 → 140	+50	160 → 225	+65	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI 90hp	90 → 140	+50	230 → 320	+90	Excellent (8/10)
1.6 TDI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	250 → 320	+70	Excellent (8/10)
1.2 TSI 105hp	105 → 140	+35	175 → 225	+50	Excellent (8/10)
1.4 TSI Blue GT 140hp	140 → 190	+50	250 → 320	+70	Excellent (8/10)
2.0 TSI 220hp	220 → 310	+90	350 → 420	+70	Excellent (8/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Displacement: 1.4L
Capacity: 1390 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

ModelPolo

Generation2009 - 2014 ( 6R )

EngineGTI 1.4 TSI 180hp

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.