BHP+55 hp (24%)
Standard
225 hp
Tuned
280 hp
Torque+125 Nm (28%)
Standard
450 Nm
Tuned
575 Nm
Suitability
Good (7/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighAudi A6 3.0 TDI 225hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A6 3.0 TDI 225hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this C6 - 2004 - 2008 diesel engine from 225 BHP to 280 BHP and from 450 Nm to 575 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 Audi A6 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 30thof 79 Audi A6 engines by power gain
- 82%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 89%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A6 3.0 TDI 225hp is a 3.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 225 BHP and 450 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 280 BHP and 575 Nm — a gain of around 55 BHP (24%) and 125 Nm (28%).
This engine has moderate 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. at this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important..
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. 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.
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