Bentley Continental 2012-2018 4.0 V8 Twin turbo 500bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Bentley Continental 4.0 V8 Twin turbo 500bhp? The standard car makes 500bhp and 660Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 575bhp and 771Nm, up to +75bhp and +111Nm.
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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 | 500 bhp | 575 bhp | +75 bhp |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 771 Nm | +111 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 500 bhp | 660 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 575 bhp | 771 Nm | +75 bhp +111 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 556 bhp | 762 Nm | +56 bhp +102 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 550 bhp | 757 Nm | +50 bhp +97 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 Continental
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.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch MED17.1.1. We read the ECU on your car and compare it with the software listed here before any work starts, so you know what to expect before you commit.
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 Bentley Continental 4.0 V8 Twin turbo 500bhp?
We expect 575bhp and 771Nm against 500bhp and 660Nm as standard: up to +75bhp and +111Nm. 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 Bentley Continental 4.0 V8 Twin turbo 500bhp?
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: 556bhp and 762Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 550bhp and 757Nm. Both still sit above the standard 500bhp and 660Nm.
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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