Audi S3 (8V) 2016-2018 2.0 TFSI 305bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Audi S3 2.0 TFSI 305bhp? The standard car makes 305bhp and 400Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 369bhp and 499Nm, up to +64bhp and +99Nm.
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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 | 305 bhp | 369 bhp | +64 bhp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 499 Nm | +99 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 305 bhp | 400 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 369 bhp | 499 Nm | +64 bhp +99 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 353 bhp | 491 Nm | +48 bhp +91 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 348 bhp | 486 Nm | +43 bhp +86 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a noticeably quicker car from a software-only change, with no new parts.
- Daily drivers who want stronger mid-range pull and a sharper throttle.
- Anyone who wants the biggest gain we list without fitting hardware.
What this means for your S3
Turbocharged petrol engines respond well to calibration changes: boost and timing are the main levers, and the result is a flatter, stronger torque curve as well as a higher peak.
Engine management is by a Continental Simos 18 unit. 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 S3 2.0 TFSI 305bhp?
We expect 369bhp and 499Nm against 305bhp and 400Nm as standard: up to +64bhp and +99Nm. 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 S3 2.0 TFSI 305bhp?
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: 353bhp and 491Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 348bhp and 486Nm. Both still sit above the standard 305bhp and 400Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
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