Chevrolet Malibu 1.5 Turbo 163hp Remap
Expected gains of +22 BHP and +30 Nm torque
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Standard
163 hp
Tuned
185 hp
Torque+30 Nm (12%)
Standard
250 Nm
Tuned
280 Nm
Suitability
Good (6.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumChevrolet Malibu 1.5 Turbo 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Chevrolet Malibu 1.5 Turbo 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2016 - 2018 petrol engine from 163 BHP to 185 BHP and from 250 Nm to 280 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 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
- 7thof 12 Chevrolet Malibu engines by power gain
- 25%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 17%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Chevrolet Malibu 1.5 Turbo 163hp is a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 163 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 185 BHP and 280 Nm — a gain of around 22 BHP (13%) and 30 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.
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.
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