BHP+44 hp (32%)
Standard
136 hp
Tuned
180 hp
Torque+90 Nm (30%)
Standard
300 Nm
Tuned
390 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighBMW X3 1.8D 136hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW X3 1.8D 136hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E83 - 2004 - 2010 diesel engine from 136 BHP to 180 BHP and from 300 Nm to 390 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 X3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 25thof 41 BMW X3 engines by power gain
- 70%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 74%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The BMW X3 1.8D 136hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 136 BHP and 300 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 180 BHP and 390 Nm — a gain of around 44 BHP (32%) and 90 Nm (30%).
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 ECU is typically a Bosch EDC16 (likely), and the transmission is many variants use zf 5/6-speed automatics (where fitted); manuals also exist..
Considerations: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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.
Considerations
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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