BHP+24 hp (39%)
Standard
61 hp
Tuned
85 hp
Torque+60 Nm (43%)
Standard
140 Nm
Tuned
200 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighVolkswagen Lupo 1.2 TDI 61hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Lupo 1.2 TDI 61hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1997 - 2005 diesel engine from 61 BHP to 85 BHP and from 140 Nm to 200 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 Lupo can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 7 Volkswagen Lupo engines by power gain
- 27%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volkswagen Lupo 1.2 TDI 61hp is a 1.2L turbocharged diesel engine producing 61 BHP and 140 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 85 BHP and 200 Nm — a gain of around 24 BHP (39%) and 60 Nm (43%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, 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: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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.