Ford Escape 2020> 1.5 EcoBoost 181bhp remap figures
The Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost 181bhp (2020>) is a petrol 1.5L model making 181bhp and 258Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 230bhp and 324Nm - up to 49bhp and 66Nm 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.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 181 bhp | 230 bhp | +49 bhp |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 324 Nm | +66 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 181 bhp | 258 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 230 bhp | 324 Nm | +49 bhp +66 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 218 bhp | 319 Nm | +37 bhp +61 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 214 bhp | 315 Nm | +33 bhp +57 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 Escape
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 MG1CS017 engine control unit. 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 Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost 181bhp?
We expect 230bhp and 324Nm against 181bhp and 258Nm as standard: up to +49bhp and +66Nm. 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 Ford Escape 1.5 EcoBoost 181bhp?
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: 218bhp and 319Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 214bhp and 315Nm. Both still sit above the standard 181bhp and 258Nm.
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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