BHP+35 hp (22%)
Standard
160 hp
Tuned
195 hp
Torque+60 Nm (26%)
Standard
230 Nm
Tuned
290 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighVolvo V40 2.0 T 160hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo V40 2.0 T 160hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 1998 - 2004 petrol engine from 160 BHP to 195 BHP and from 230 Nm to 290 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 V40 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 13thof 27 Volvo V40 engines by power gain
- 54%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 Volvo V40 2.0 T 160hp is a 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 160 BHP and 230 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 195 BHP and 290 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (22%) and 60 Nm (26%).
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: 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.