BHP+67 hp (41%)
Standard
163 hp
Tuned
230 hp
Torque+70 Nm (16%)
Standard
450 Nm
Tuned
520 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighAudi A6 2.7 TDI 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A6 2.7 TDI 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this C6 - 2008 - 2010 diesel engine from 163 BHP to 230 BHP and from 450 Nm to 520 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 A6 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 19thof 79 Audi A6 engines by power gain
- 91%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 55%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi A6 2.7 TDI 163hp is a 2.7L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 450 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 230 BHP and 520 Nm — a gain of around 67 BHP (41%) and 70 Nm (16%).
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.
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.. 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.