Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 225hp Remap
Expected gains of +55 BHP and +75 Nm torque
Get Your Free Quote ↓BHP+55 hp (24%)
Standard
225 hp
Tuned
280 hp
Torque+75 Nm (15%)
Standard
500 Nm
Tuned
575 Nm
Suitability
Good (6.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
MediumVolkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 225hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 225hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2002 - 2007 diesel engine from 225 BHP to 280 BHP and from 500 Nm to 575 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 6.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volkswagen Touareg can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 15thof 36 Volkswagen Touareg engines by power gain
- 82%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 63%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 225hp is a 3.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 225 BHP and 500 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 280 BHP and 575 Nm — a gain of around 55 BHP (24%) and 75 Nm (15%).
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. some dsg/dual-clutch gearboxes have torque management; calibration may be torque-limited. at this torque level, transmission and driveline servicing history becomes especially important..
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. 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
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.