BHP+30 hp (33%)
Standard
90 hp
Tuned
120 hp
Torque+60 Nm (29%)
Standard
210 Nm
Tuned
270 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighMazda 3 1.6 CiTD 90hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mazda 3 1.6 CiTD 90hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2003 - 2009 diesel engine from 90 BHP to 120 BHP and from 210 Nm to 270 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mazda 3 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 8thof 24 Mazda 3 engines by power gain
- 39%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Mazda 3 1.6 CiTD 90hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 90 BHP and 210 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 120 BHP and 270 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (33%) and 60 Nm (29%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.