BHP+40 hp (27%)
Standard
150 hp
Tuned
190 hp
Torque+70 Nm (21%)
Standard
330 Nm
Tuned
400 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighBMW X3 2.0D 150hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your BMW X3 2.0D 150hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this E83 - 2004 - 2010 diesel engine from 150 BHP to 190 BHP and from 330 Nm to 400 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 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
- 27thof 41 BMW X3 engines by power gain
- 63%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 55%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The BMW X3 2.0D 150hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 150 BHP and 330 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 70 Nm (21%).
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: 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
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.