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Stage 1 · Petrol

Saab 9-3 (MK2) 2007-2012 2.8T 246bhp remap figures

Thinking of remapping a Saab 9-3 2.8T 246bhp? The standard car makes 246bhp and 300Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 305bhp and 459Nm, up to +59bhp and +159Nm.

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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.

StockVanguard expectedExpected gain, up to
Power246 bhp305 bhp+59 bhp
Torque300 Nm459 Nm+159 Nm

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All maps at a glance

MapPowerTorqueExpected gain, up to
Stock246 bhp300 Nm
Stage 1Maximum software-only performance305 bhp459 Nm+59 bhp
+159 Nm
Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind290 bhp446 Nm+44 bhp
+146 Nm
Eco mapEconomy first286 bhp438 Nm+40 bhp
+138 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 9-3

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.

This car is listed with a Bosch ME9.6 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 Saab 9-3 2.8T 246bhp?

We expect 305bhp and 459Nm against 246bhp and 300Nm as standard: up to +59bhp and +159Nm. 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 Saab 9-3 2.8T 246bhp?

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: 290bhp and 446Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 286bhp and 438Nm. Both still sit above the standard 246bhp and 300Nm.

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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