McLaren MP4-12C 2011-2012 3.8 V8 Twin turbo 592bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2011-2012 McLaren MP4-12C petrol (3.8L) produces 592bhp and 601Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 705bhp and 703Nm, an expected gain of up to 113bhp and 102Nm.
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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 | 592 bhp | 705 bhp | +113 bhp |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 703 Nm | +102 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 592 bhp | 601 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 705 bhp | 703 Nm | +113 bhp +102 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 677 bhp | 695 Nm | +85 bhp +94 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 668 bhp | 690 Nm | +76 bhp +89 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 MP4-12C
Turbocharged petrol engines respond well to calibration changes: boost and timing are the main levers, and the result is a flatter, stronger torque curve as well as a higher peak.
This car is listed with a Bosch ME17.8.3.2 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 McLaren MP4-12C 3.8 V8 Twin turbo 592bhp?
We expect 705bhp and 703Nm against 592bhp and 601Nm as standard: up to +113bhp and +102Nm. 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 McLaren MP4-12C 3.8 V8 Twin turbo 592bhp?
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: 677bhp and 695Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 668bhp and 690Nm. Both still sit above the standard 592bhp and 601Nm.
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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