BHP+128 hp (47%)
Standard
272 hp
Tuned
400 hp
Torque+120 Nm (30%)
Standard
400 Nm
Tuned
520 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighAudi Q5 3.0 TFSI 272hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI 272hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 8R - 2012 - 2016 petrol engine from 272 BHP to 400 BHP and from 400 Nm to 520 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 Q5 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 35 Audi Q5 engines by power gain
- 99%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 87%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi Q5 3.0 TFSI 272hp is a 3.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 272 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 400 BHP and 520 Nm — a gain of around 128 BHP (47%) and 120 Nm (30%).
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 typically a Bosch MED17 (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: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. 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.