BHP+40 hp (22%)
Standard
185 hp
Tuned
225 hp
Torque+85 Nm (30%)
Standard
280 Nm
Tuned
365 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighSaab 45905 2.3 Turbo 185hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Saab 45905 2.3 Turbo 185hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2005 - 2010 petrol engine from 185 BHP to 225 BHP and from 280 Nm to 365 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 Saab 45905 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 5thof 23 Saab 45905 engines by power gain
- 63%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 73%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Saab 45905 2.3 Turbo 185hp is a 2.3L turbocharged petrol engine producing 185 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 225 BHP and 365 Nm — a gain of around 40 BHP (22%) and 85 Nm (30%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.