BHP+20 hp (6%)
Standard
326 hp
Tuned
346 hp
Torque+27 Nm (6%)
Standard
423 Nm
Tuned
450 Nm
Suitability
Limited (3.5/10)Gains Profile
Limited headroomHeadroom
LowCadillac XLR 4.6 V8 326hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 326hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2006 - 2009 petrol engine from 326 BHP to 346 BHP and from 423 Nm to 450 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 3.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Cadillac XLR can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 2 Cadillac XLR engines by power gain
- 14%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 16%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Cadillac XLR 4.6 V8 326hp is a 4.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 326 BHP and 423 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 346 BHP and 450 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (6%) and 27 Nm (6%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.. 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
!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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