BHP+12 hp (7%)
Standard
180 hp
Tuned
192 hp
Torque+75 Nm (32%)
Standard
235 Nm
Tuned
310 Nm
Suitability
Good (6.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
MediumAudi A3 1.8T 20V 180hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A3 1.8T 20V 180hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8L - 1996 - 2003 petrol engine from 180 BHP to 192 BHP and from 235 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi A3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 67thof 71 Audi A3 engines by power gain
- 7%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 63%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A3 1.8T 20V 180hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 180 BHP and 235 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 192 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 12 BHP (7%) and 75 Nm (32%).
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.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.