BHP+40 hp (27%)
Standard
150 hp
Tuned
190 hp
Torque+50 Nm (14%)
Standard
350 Nm
Tuned
400 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighBMW 5 Series 518d 150hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW 5 Series 518d 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this G30/31 - 2016 - 2019 diesel engine from 150 BHP to 190 BHP and from 350 Nm to 400 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 5 Series can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 56thof 100 BMW 5 Series engines by power gain
- 63%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 27%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 518d 150hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 150 BHP and 350 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 190 BHP and 400 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (27%) and 50 Nm (14%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch EDC17 (likely), and the transmission is many variants use zf 8-speed automatic (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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.
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