Chevrolet Cruze 2011> 2.0 VCDi 160bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2011> Chevrolet Cruze diesel (2.0L) produces 160bhp and 359Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 205bhp and 439Nm, an expected gain of up to 45bhp and 80Nm.
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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 | 160 bhp | 205 bhp | +45 bhp |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 439 Nm | +80 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 160 bhp | 359 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 205 bhp | 439 Nm | +45 bhp +80 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 194 bhp | 433 Nm | +34 bhp +74 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 190 bhp | 429 Nm | +30 bhp +70 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 Cruze
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Delphi DCM3.7. 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 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0 VCDi 160bhp?
We expect 205bhp and 439Nm against 160bhp and 359Nm as standard: up to +45bhp and +80Nm. 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 Chevrolet Cruze 2.0 VCDi 160bhp?
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: 194bhp and 433Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 190bhp and 429Nm. Both still sit above the standard 160bhp and 359Nm.
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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