BHP+14 hp (11%)
Standard
122 hp
Tuned
136 hp
Torque+17 Nm (11%)
Standard
160 Nm
Tuned
177 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumBMW 3 Series 316i 122hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 3 Series 316i 122hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E90/E91 - 2010 - 2011 petrol engine from 122 BHP to 136 BHP and from 160 Nm to 177 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 3 Series can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 128thof 141 BMW 3 Series engines by power gain
- 9%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 6%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The BMW 3 serie 316i 122hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 122 BHP and 160 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 136 BHP and 177 Nm — a gain of around 14 BHP (11%) and 17 Nm (11%).
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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