BHP+27 hp (17%)
Standard
163 hp
Tuned
190 hp
Torque+40 Nm (15%)
Standard
265 Nm
Tuned
305 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumVolvo XC40 1.5 T3 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Volvo XC40 1.5 T3 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2017 -> petrol engine from 163 BHP to 190 BHP and from 265 Nm to 305 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Volvo XC40 can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 7thof 7 Volvo XC40 engines by power gain
- 35%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 21%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Volvo XC40 1.5 T3 163hp is a 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 163 BHP and 265 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 190 BHP and 305 Nm — a gain of around 27 BHP (17%) and 40 Nm (15%).
This engine has limited 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.. Unusually high gain for NA engine: treat as an estimate and verify against the exact engine variant.
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
!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
!Unusually high gain for NA engine: treat as an estimate and verify against the exact engine variant.