BHP+55 hp (65%)
Standard
85 hp
Tuned
140 hp
Torque+65 Nm (41%)
Standard
160 Nm
Tuned
225 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighVolkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI 85hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI 85hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this Golf 6 - 2009 - 2012 petrol engine from 85 BHP to 140 BHP and from 160 Nm to 225 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 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
- 21stof 110 Volkswagen Golf engines by power gain
- 82%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 52%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI 85hp is a 1.2L turbocharged petrol engine producing 85 BHP and 160 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 225 Nm — a gain of around 55 BHP (65%) and 65 Nm (41%).
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.
From a technical perspective, the ECU is typically a Bosch MED17 (likely), and the transmission is manual and dsg/s tronic automatics are common depending on model/engine..
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.