Porsche Boxster (981) 2012-2016 2.7 261bhp remap figures
The Porsche Boxster 2.7 261bhp (2012-2016) is a petrol 2.7L model making 261bhp and 281Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 293bhp and 307Nm - up to 32bhp and 26Nm 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 | 261 bhp | 293 bhp | +32 bhp |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 307 Nm | +26 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 261 bhp | 281 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 293 bhp | 307 Nm | +32 bhp +26 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 285 bhp | 305 Nm | +24 bhp +24 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 282 bhp | 304 Nm | +21 bhp +23 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 Boxster
Without a turbocharger the improvement comes from ignition, fuelling and throttle mapping rather than boost, so expect a smaller but still noticeable change in response.
Engine management is by a Bosch ME7.8 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 Porsche Boxster 2.7 261bhp?
We expect 293bhp and 307Nm against 261bhp and 281Nm as standard: up to +32bhp and +26Nm. 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 Porsche Boxster 2.7 261bhp?
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: 285bhp and 305Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 282bhp and 304Nm. Both still sit above the standard 261bhp and 281Nm.
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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