BHP+37 hp (23%)
Standard
163 hp
Tuned
200 hp
Torque+95 Nm (42%)
Standard
225 Nm
Tuned
320 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighAudi A4 1.8T 20v 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A4 1.8T 20v 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this B6 - 2001 - 2004 petrol engine from 163 BHP to 200 BHP and from 225 Nm to 320 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Audi A4 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 64thof 101 Audi A4 engines by power gain
- 60%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 78%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A4 1.8T 20v 163hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 163 BHP and 225 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 37 BHP (23%) and 95 Nm (42%).
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.
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.