BHP+49 hp (27%)
Standard
181 hp
Tuned
230 hp
Torque+70 Nm (18%)
Standard
400 Nm
Tuned
470 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighVolvo V40 2.0 D4 181hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo V40 2.0 D4 181hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2012 - 2015 diesel engine from 181 BHP to 230 BHP and from 400 Nm to 470 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
- 8thof 27 Volvo V40 engines by power gain
- 75%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 55%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 D4 181hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 181 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 230 BHP and 470 Nm — a gain of around 49 BHP (27%) and 70 Nm (18%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. 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.
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.
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