Citroen DS3 2010> 1.6 VTi 120bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Citroen DS3 1.6 VTi 120bhp? The standard car makes 120bhp and 160Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 136bhp and 181Nm, up to +16bhp and +21Nm.
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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 | 120 bhp | 136 bhp | +16 bhp |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm | +21 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 120 bhp | 160 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 136 bhp | 181 Nm | +16 bhp +21 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 132 bhp | 179 Nm | +12 bhp +19 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 131 bhp | 178 Nm | +11 bhp +18 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a sharper throttle and a small, honest gain from software alone.
- Owners who would rather keep the car standard in every other way.
- Anyone who wants the fullest software-only map for this engine, accepting that the gain is modest without a turbocharger.
What this means for your DS3
Naturally aspirated petrol engines have no boost to raise, so gains from software alone are more modest than on a turbocharged car and come from fuelling, ignition and throttle response.
This car is listed with a Bosch MEV17.4 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 Citroen DS3 1.6 VTi 120bhp?
We expect 136bhp and 181Nm against 120bhp and 160Nm as standard: up to +16bhp and +21Nm. 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 Citroen DS3 1.6 VTi 120bhp?
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: 132bhp and 179Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 131bhp and 178Nm. Both still sit above the standard 120bhp and 160Nm.
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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