BHP+30 hp (17%)
Standard
180 hp
Tuned
210 hp
Torque+70 Nm (30%)
Standard
230 Nm
Tuned
300 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighBuick Regal 1.6 Turbo 180hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Buick Regal 1.6 Turbo 180hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2010 -> petrol engine from 180 BHP to 210 BHP and from 230 Nm to 300 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 Buick Regal can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 4thof 7 Buick Regal engines by power gain
- 39%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 Buick Regal 1.6 Turbo 180hp is a 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine producing 180 BHP and 230 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 300 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (17%) and 70 Nm (30%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.