BHP+23 hp (12%)
Standard
197 hp
Tuned
220 hp
Torque+26 Nm (10%)
Standard
259 Nm
Tuned
285 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumChevrolet Malibu 2.5 - 197hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Chevrolet Malibu 2.5 - 197hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2013 - 2015 petrol engine from 197 BHP to 220 BHP and from 259 Nm to 285 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Chevrolet Malibu can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 6thof 12 Chevrolet Malibu engines by power gain
- 26%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 Chevrolet Malibu 2.5 - 197hp is a 2.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 197 BHP and 259 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 220 BHP and 285 Nm — a gain of around 23 BHP (12%) and 26 Nm (10%).
This engine has limited 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: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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.
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