BHP+40 hp (16%)
Standard
250 hp
Tuned
290 hp
Torque+70 Nm (20%)
Standard
350 Nm
Tuned
420 Nm
Suitability
Good (6.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumSaab 45903 2.8 V6 Turbo 250hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Saab 45903 2.8 V6 Turbo 250hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2002 - 2007 petrol engine from 250 BHP to 290 BHP and from 350 Nm to 420 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Saab 45903 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 4thof 23 Saab 45903 engines by power gain
- 63%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 Saab 45903 2.8 V6 Turbo 250hp is a 2.8L turbocharged petrol engine producing 250 BHP and 350 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 290 BHP and 420 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (16%) and 70 Nm (20%).
This engine has moderate 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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