BHP+42 hp (26%)
Standard
163 hp
Tuned
205 hp
Torque+80 Nm (23%)
Standard
350 Nm
Tuned
430 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighAudi A3 2.0 TDI CR 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A3 2.0 TDI CR 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8P - 2008 - 2012 diesel engine from 163 BHP to 205 BHP and from 350 Nm to 430 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 Audi A3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 24thof 71 Audi A3 engines by power gain
- 69%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 64%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A3 2.0 TDI CR 163hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 350 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 205 BHP and 430 Nm — a gain of around 42 BHP (26%) and 80 Nm (23%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is a Bosch EDC16 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine. some dsg/dual-clutch gearboxes have torque management; calibration may be torque-limited..
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. 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
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.