BHP+35 hp (16%)
Standard
225 hp
Tuned
260 hp
Torque+80 Nm (29%)
Standard
280 Nm
Tuned
360 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighAudi S3 1.8T 20V 225hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Audi S3 1.8T 20V 225hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this All petrol engine from 225 BHP to 260 BHP and from 280 Nm to 360 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 S3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 5thof 5 Audi S3 engines by power gain
- 54%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 64%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Audi S3 1.8T 20V 225hp is a 1.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 225 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 260 BHP and 360 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (16%) and 80 Nm (29%).
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.