Bentley Continental 2012-2018 4.0 V8 Twin turbo S 521bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Bentley Continental 4.0 V8 Twin turbo S 521bhp? The standard car makes 521bhp and 681Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 585bhp and 778Nm, up to +64bhp and +97Nm.
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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 | 521 bhp | 585 bhp | +64 bhp |
| Torque | 681 Nm | 778 Nm | +97 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 521 bhp | 681 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 585 bhp | 778 Nm | +64 bhp +97 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 569 bhp | 770 Nm | +48 bhp +89 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 564 bhp | 765 Nm | +43 bhp +84 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
On a turbocharged petrol engine a remap adjusts boost, ignition timing and fuelling together, so both power and mid-range torque rise and the car pulls harder out of corners and junctions.
This car is listed with a Bosch MED17.1.1 engine control unit. 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 S 521bhp?
We expect 585bhp and 778Nm against 521bhp and 681Nm as standard: up to +64bhp and +97Nm. 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 S 521bhp?
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: 569bhp and 770Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 564bhp and 765Nm. Both still sit above the standard 521bhp and 681Nm.
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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