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BMW X5 (G05) 2018> M50d 394bhp remap figures

The BMW X5 M50d 394bhp (2018>) is a diesel 3.0L model making 394bhp and 761Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 474bhp and 857Nm - up to 80bhp and 96Nm more than stock.

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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.

StockVanguard expectedExpected gain, up to
Power394 bhp474 bhp+80 bhp
Torque761 Nm857 Nm+96 Nm

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All maps at a glance

MapPowerTorqueExpected gain, up to
Stock394 bhp761 Nm
Stage 1Maximum software-only performance474 bhp857 Nm+80 bhp
+96 Nm
Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind454 bhp849 Nm+60 bhp
+88 Nm
Eco mapEconomy first448 bhp845 Nm+54 bhp
+84 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 X5

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 MD1CP002. 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 BMW X5 M50d 394bhp?

We expect 474bhp and 857Nm against 394bhp and 761Nm as standard: up to +80bhp and +96Nm. 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 BMW X5 M50d 394bhp?

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: 454bhp and 849Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 448bhp and 845Nm. Both still sit above the standard 394bhp and 761Nm.

Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?

Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.