BHP+15 hp (9%)
Standard
170 hp
Tuned
185 hp
Torque+20 Nm (9%)
Standard
220 Nm
Tuned
240 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
LowVolkswagen Bora 2.3 V5 170hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Bora 2.3 V5 170hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1998 - 2005 petrol engine from 170 BHP to 185 BHP and from 220 Nm to 240 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 Volkswagen Bora can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 9thof 15 Volkswagen Bora engines by power gain
- 9%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 8%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volkswagen Bora 2.3 V5 170hp is a 2.3L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 170 BHP and 220 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 185 BHP and 240 Nm — a gain of around 15 BHP (9%) and 20 Nm (9%).
This engine has limited 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 limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
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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