BHP+31 hp (28%)
Standard
109 hp
Tuned
140 hp
Torque+70 Nm (29%)
Standard
240 Nm
Tuned
310 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighMini Cooper 1.6D 109hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Mini Cooper 1.6D 109hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this R56 - 2007 - 2010 diesel engine from 109 BHP to 140 BHP and from 240 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mini Cooper can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 10thof 17 Mini Cooper engines by power gain
- 50%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 55%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Mini Cooper 1.6D 109hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 109 BHP and 240 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 31 BHP (28%) and 70 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.