Ford Kuga 2014> 1.5 EcoBoost 179bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Ford Kuga 1.5 EcoBoost 179bhp? The standard car makes 179bhp and 240Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 205bhp and 290Nm, up to +26bhp and +50Nm.
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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 | 179 bhp | 205 bhp | +26 bhp |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm | +50 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 179 bhp | 240 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 205 bhp | 290 Nm | +26 bhp +50 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 199 bhp | 286 Nm | +20 bhp +46 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 196 bhp | 284 Nm | +17 bhp +44 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 Kuga
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 MED17.2 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 Ford Kuga 1.5 EcoBoost 179bhp?
We expect 205bhp and 290Nm against 179bhp and 240Nm as standard: up to +26bhp and +50Nm. 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 Kuga 1.5 EcoBoost 179bhp?
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: 199bhp and 286Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 196bhp and 284Nm. Both still sit above the standard 179bhp and 240Nm.
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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