BHP+16 hp (8%)
Standard
193 hp
Tuned
209 hp
Torque+22 Nm (8%)
Standard
280 Nm
Tuned
302 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
LowBMW 5 Series 528i 193hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 5 Series 528i 193hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E39 - 1995 - 2003 petrol engine from 193 BHP to 209 BHP and from 280 Nm to 302 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your BMW 5 Series can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 91stof 100 BMW 5 Series engines by power gain
- 12%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 12%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The BMW 5 serie 528i 193hp is a 2.8L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 193 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 209 BHP and 302 Nm — a gain of around 16 BHP (8%) and 22 Nm (8%).
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 limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
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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