BHP+32 hp (15%)
Standard
218 hp
Tuned
250 hp
Torque+40 Nm (15%)
Standard
270 Nm
Tuned
310 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumBMW 1 Series 125i 218hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 1 Series 125i 218hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E87 - 2007 - 2011 petrol engine from 218 BHP to 250 BHP and from 270 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 1 Series can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 54thof 68 BMW 1 Series engines by power gain
- 51%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 21%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The BMW 1 serie 125i 218hp is a 3.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 218 BHP and 270 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 250 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 32 BHP (15%) and 40 Nm (15%).
This engine has limited 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is many variants use zf 5/6-speed automatics (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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
!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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