BMW 1 Series 120i (2.0T) 184hp Remap
Expected gains of +76 BHP and +130 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓BHP+76 hp (41%)
Standard
184 hp
Tuned
260 hp
Torque+130 Nm (45%)
Standard
290 Nm
Tuned
420 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighBMW 1 Series 120i (2.0T) 184hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 1 Series 120i (2.0T) 184hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this F40 - 2019 -> petrol engine from 184 BHP to 260 BHP and from 290 Nm to 420 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 BMW 1 Series can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 3rdof 68 BMW 1 Series engines by power gain
- 94%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 89%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 120i (2.0T) 184hp is a 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 184 BHP and 290 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 260 BHP and 420 Nm — a gain of around 76 BHP (41%) and 130 Nm (45%).
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 transmission is many variants use zf 8-speed automatic (where fitted); manuals also exist..
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.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.