BHP+35 hp (23%)
Standard
150 hp
Tuned
185 hp
Torque+70 Nm (23%)
Standard
310 Nm
Tuned
380 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighAudi A8 2.5 TDI 150hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi A8 2.5 TDI 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1994 - 1999 diesel engine from 150 BHP to 185 BHP and from 310 Nm to 380 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 A8 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 25thof 35 Audi A8 engines by power gain
- 54%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 A8 2.5 TDI 150hp is a 2.5L turbocharged diesel engine producing 150 BHP and 310 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 185 BHP and 380 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (23%) and 70 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 typically a Bosch EDC15 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: 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
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.