BHP+44 hp (19%)
Standard
230 hp
Tuned
274 hp
Torque+25 Nm (8%)
Standard
300 Nm
Tuned
325 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
MediumBMW 3 Series 328i 230hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 3 Series 328i 230hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E90/E91 - 2010 - 2011 petrol engine from 230 BHP to 274 BHP and from 300 Nm to 325 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
- 70thof 141 BMW 3 Series engines by power gain
- 70%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 14%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 328i 230hp is a 3.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 230 BHP and 300 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 274 BHP and 325 Nm — a gain of around 44 BHP (19%) and 25 Nm (8%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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.. Unusually high gain for NA engine: treat as an estimate and verify against the exact engine variant.
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.
!Unusually high gain for NA engine: treat as an estimate and verify against the exact engine variant.