BHP+10 hp (8%)
Standard
126 hp
Tuned
136 hp
Torque+15 Nm (9%)
Standard
167 Nm
Tuned
182 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
LowMazda MX-5 1.8i 16v 126hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mazda MX-5 1.8i 16v 126hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2005 - 2015 petrol engine from 126 BHP to 136 BHP and from 167 Nm to 182 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mazda MX-5 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 5 Mazda MX-5 engines by power gain
- 2%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 3%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Mazda MX-5 1.8i 16v 126hp is a 1.8L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 126 BHP and 167 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 136 BHP and 182 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (8%) and 15 Nm (9%).
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 limited, 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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