Mercedes-Benz ML (W164) 2005-2011 420 CDI 301bhp remap figures
The Mercedes-Benz ML 420 CDI 301bhp (2005-2011) is a diesel 4.0L model making 301bhp and 700Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 363bhp and 810Nm - up to 62bhp and 110Nm 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 | 301 bhp | 363 bhp | +62 bhp |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 810 Nm | +110 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 301 bhp | 700 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 363 bhp | 810 Nm | +62 bhp +110 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 348 bhp | 801 Nm | +47 bhp +101 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 343 bhp | 796 Nm | +42 bhp +96 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want stronger pulling power for overtaking, hills and towing, with no parts to fit.
- Daily and motorway drivers who want the engine to feel less strained at cruising speed.
- Anyone who wants the biggest software-only change we list for this engine.
What this means for your ML
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
Engine management is by a Bosch EDC16CP36 unit. Older engine management is simpler to work with, but age matters: worn sensors, leaks and tired components can hold back what a remap delivers, which is why we run a diagnostic check first.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML 420 CDI 301bhp?
We expect 363bhp and 810Nm against 301bhp and 700Nm as standard: up to +62bhp and +110Nm. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 420 CDI 301bhp?
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: 348bhp and 801Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 343bhp and 796Nm. Both still sit above the standard 301bhp and 700Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
More Mercedes-Benz ML figures
Other diesel variants
- 350 Cdi BlueEFF 227bhp 2005-2011
- 320 CDI 220bhp 2005-2011
- 300 CDi BlueEFF 201bhp 2005-2011
- 280CDI 187bhp 2005-2011
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