BHP+49 hp (39%)
Standard
126 hp
Tuned
175 hp
Torque+50 Nm (15%)
Standard
330 Nm
Tuned
380 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighAlfa Romeo 156 1.9 JTD 126hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Alfa Romeo 156 1.9 JTD 126hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2002 - 2005 diesel engine from 126 BHP to 175 BHP and from 330 Nm to 380 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 Alfa Romeo 156 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 22 Alfa Romeo 156 engines by power gain
- 75%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 Alfa Romeo 156 1.9 JTD 126hp is a 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine producing 126 BHP and 330 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 175 BHP and 380 Nm — a gain of around 49 BHP (39%) and 50 Nm (15%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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.
Considerations
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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