BHP+29 hp (16%)
Standard
181 hp
Tuned
210 hp
Torque+40 Nm (8%)
Standard
500 Nm
Tuned
540 Nm
Suitability
Good (6.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
MediumGMC Canyon 2.8 Duramax 181hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your GMC Canyon 2.8 Duramax 181hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2016 -> diesel engine from 181 BHP to 210 BHP and from 500 Nm to 540 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 GMC Canyon can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 7 GMC Canyon engines by power gain
- 38%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 21%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The GMC Canyon 2.8 Duramax 181hp is a 2.8L turbocharged diesel engine producing 181 BHP and 500 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 540 Nm — a gain of around 29 BHP (16%) and 40 Nm (8%).
This engine has moderate remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: 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
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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