BHP+60 hp (67%)
Standard
90 hp
Tuned
150 hp
Torque+90 Nm (39%)
Standard
230 Nm
Tuned
320 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighSeat Leon 1.6 TDI CR 90hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Seat Leon 1.6 TDI CR 90hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 5F MK1 - 2012 - 2017 diesel engine from 90 BHP to 150 BHP and from 230 Nm to 320 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Seat Leon can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 9thof 73 Seat Leon engines by power gain
- 86%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 74%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Seat Leon 1.6 TDI CR 90hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 90 BHP and 230 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 150 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 60 BHP (67%) and 90 Nm (39%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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.
Fuel economy note: economy gains unlikely at full power; depends on driving style.
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.
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