BHP+10 hp (8%)
Standard
130 hp
Tuned
140 hp
Torque+17 Nm (10%)
Standard
168 Nm
Tuned
185 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
LowMG 550 1.8L 130hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your MG 550 1.8L 130hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2008 - > petrol engine from 130 BHP to 140 BHP and from 168 Nm to 185 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 MG 550 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 2 MG 550 engines by power gain
- 2%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 6%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The MG 550 1.8L 130hp is a 1.8L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 130 BHP and 168 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 185 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (8%) and 17 Nm (10%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. 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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