BHP+45 hp (25%)
Standard
180 hp
Tuned
225 hp
Torque+80 Nm (20%)
Standard
400 Nm
Tuned
480 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighVolvo S40 2.4 D5 180hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo S40 2.4 D5 180hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2007 - 2012 diesel engine from 180 BHP to 225 BHP and from 400 Nm to 480 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
- 3rdof 22 Volvo S40 engines by power gain
- 71%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 2.4 D5 180hp is a 2.4L turbocharged diesel engine producing 180 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 225 BHP and 480 Nm — a gain of around 45 BHP (25%) and 80 Nm (20%).
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: 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.
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.