BHP+40 hp (15%)
Standard
260 hp
Tuned
300 hp
Torque+50 Nm (13%)
Standard
400 Nm
Tuned
450 Nm
Suitability
Good (6/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumBuick GL8 2.0T 260hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Buick GL8 2.0T 260hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this All petrol engine from 260 BHP to 300 BHP and from 400 Nm to 450 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Buick GL8 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 3 Buick GL8 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 Buick GL8 2.0T 260hp is a 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 260 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 300 BHP and 450 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (15%) and 50 Nm (12%).
This engine has moderate 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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