BHP+12 hp (18%)
Standard
68 hp
Tuned
80 hp
Torque+17 Nm (13%)
Standard
133 Nm
Tuned
150 Nm
Suitability
Good (7/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
MediumVolkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 4 - 1997 - 2003 diesel engine from 68 BHP to 80 BHP and from 133 Nm to 150 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Golf can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 96thof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
- 7%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 6%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI 68hp is a 1.9L turbocharged diesel engine producing 68 BHP and 133 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 80 BHP and 150 Nm — a gain of around 12 BHP (18%) and 17 Nm (13%).
This engine has moderate remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch EDC15 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
Considerations: 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
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.