Audi A5 2017> 3.0 TDI 281bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2017> Audi A5 diesel (3.0L) produces 281bhp and 620Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 374bhp and 808Nm, an expected gain of up to 93bhp and 188Nm.
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Stage 1 remap figures
A Stage 1 remap is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car. It needs no extra parts, which makes it the usual starting point.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 281 bhp | 374 bhp | +93 bhp |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 808 Nm | +188 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 281 bhp | 620 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 374 bhp | 808 Nm | +93 bhp +188 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 351 bhp | 793 Nm | +70 bhp +173 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 343 bhp | 784 Nm | +62 bhp +164 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want stronger pulling power for overtaking, hills and towing, with no parts to fit.
- Daily and motorway drivers who want the engine to feel less strained at cruising speed.
- Anyone who wants the biggest software-only change we list for this engine.
What this means for your A5
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch MD1CP004. Newer ECUs often protect their software, so we read the exact unit and version on the car before confirming the figures on this page.
We remap at our Belgrave Gate workshop in Leicester, or at your home or work within 30 miles, and every job starts with a diagnostic check.
Please note: these are expected figures, not guarantees. Real results vary with the condition of the vehicle, the ECU software version, fuel quality and the hardware fitted. Some options - including Stage 2 and anything that needs extra hardware - are for off-road or competition use only. We check every vehicle first and confirm what is achievable before any work starts.
Figures reviewed 22 October 2026.
Stage 1 questions
How much power does the Stage 1 map give the Audi A5 3.0 TDI 281bhp?
We expect 374bhp and 808Nm against 281bhp and 620Nm as standard: up to +93bhp and +188Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
Does a Stage 1 remap need any extra parts on the Audi A5 3.0 TDI 281bhp?
No. Stage 1 is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car.
Is there a gentler map than Stage 1 for this engine?
Yes, two. Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind: 351bhp and 793Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 343bhp and 784Nm. Both still sit above the standard 281bhp and 620Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.