BHP+12 hp (8%)
Standard
160 hp
Tuned
172 hp
Torque+15 Nm (8%)
Standard
188 Nm
Tuned
203 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
Limited headroomHeadroom
LowMazda MX-5 2.0i 16v 160hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mazda MX-5 2.0i 16v 160hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2005 - 2015 petrol engine from 160 BHP to 172 BHP and from 188 Nm to 203 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
- 1stof 5 Mazda MX-5 engines by power gain
- 7%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 2.0i 16v 160hp is a 2.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 160 BHP and 188 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 172 BHP and 203 Nm — a gain of around 12 BHP (8%) and 15 Nm (8%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. 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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