BHP+36 hp (26%)
Standard
136 hp
Tuned
172 hp
Torque+80 Nm (25%)
Standard
320 Nm
Tuned
400 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighVolvo S40 2.0D 136hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo S40 2.0D 136hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2004 - 2007 diesel engine from 136 BHP to 172 BHP and from 320 Nm to 400 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volvo S40 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 8thof 22 Volvo S40 engines by power gain
- 60%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 64%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volvo S40 2.0D 136hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 136 BHP and 320 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 172 BHP and 400 Nm — a gain of around 36 BHP (26%) and 80 Nm (25%).
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.
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.
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