Ford Mustang 2018> 5.0 V8 Bullitt 452bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Ford Mustang 5.0 V8 Bullitt 452bhp? The standard car makes 452bhp and 529Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 485bhp and 581Nm, up to +33bhp and +52Nm.
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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 | 452 bhp | 485 bhp | +33 bhp |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 581 Nm | +52 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 452 bhp | 529 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 485 bhp | 581 Nm | +33 bhp +52 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 477 bhp | 577 Nm | +25 bhp +48 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 474 bhp | 574 Nm | +22 bhp +45 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 Mustang
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.
Engine management is by a Bosch MG1CS019 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 Mustang 5.0 V8 Bullitt 452bhp?
We expect 485bhp and 581Nm against 452bhp and 529Nm as standard: up to +33bhp and +52Nm. 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 Mustang 5.0 V8 Bullitt 452bhp?
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: 477bhp and 577Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 474bhp and 574Nm. Both still sit above the standard 452bhp and 529Nm.
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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