Audi SQ8 2019> 4.0 V8 TDi 428bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Audi SQ8 4.0 V8 TDi 428bhp? The standard car makes 428bhp and 900Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 500bhp and 1022Nm, up to +72bhp and +122Nm.
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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 | 428 bhp | 500 bhp | +72 bhp |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 1022 Nm | +122 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 428 bhp | 900 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 500 bhp | 1022 Nm | +72 bhp +122 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 482 bhp | 1012 Nm | +54 bhp +112 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 476 bhp | 1006 Nm | +48 bhp +106 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 SQ8
Diesel remaps work mainly on boost pressure, fuel delivery and torque limiters, which is why the Nm gain is usually the figure you feel in everyday driving, particularly when overtaking or towing.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch MD1CP014. 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 SQ8 4.0 V8 TDi 428bhp?
We expect 500bhp and 1022Nm against 428bhp and 900Nm as standard: up to +72bhp and +122Nm. 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 SQ8 4.0 V8 TDi 428bhp?
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: 482bhp and 1012Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 476bhp and 1006Nm. Both still sit above the standard 428bhp and 900Nm.
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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