BHP+54 hp (10%)
Standard
526 hp
Tuned
580 hp
Torque+68 Nm (12%)
Standard
582 Nm
Tuned
650 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumFord Mustang 5.2 V8 526hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Ford Mustang 5.2 V8 526hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2015 - 2018 petrol engine from 526 BHP to 580 BHP and from 582 Nm to 650 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 Ford Mustang can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 15 Ford Mustang engines by power gain
- 81%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 Ford Mustang 5.2 V8 526hp is a 5.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 526 BHP and 582 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 580 BHP and 650 Nm — a gain of around 54 BHP (10%) and 68 Nm (12%).
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.. 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.