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Saab 9-5 (MK2) 2010-2011 1.6T 177bhp remap figures

Stock, this 2010-2011 Saab 9-5 petrol (1.6L) produces 177bhp and 231Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 222bhp and 303Nm, an expected gain of up to 45bhp and 72Nm.

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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
Power177 bhp222 bhp+45 bhp
Torque231 Nm303 Nm+72 Nm

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All maps at a glance

MapPowerTorqueExpected gain, up to
Stock177 bhp231 Nm
Stage 1Maximum software-only performance222 bhp303 Nm+45 bhp
+72 Nm
Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind211 bhp297 Nm+34 bhp
+66 Nm
Eco mapEconomy first207 bhp294 Nm+30 bhp
+63 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 9-5

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.

The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch ME7.6.4. 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 9-5 1.6T 177bhp?

We expect 222bhp and 303Nm against 177bhp and 231Nm as standard: up to +45bhp and +72Nm. 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 9-5 1.6T 177bhp?

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: 211bhp and 297Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 207bhp and 294Nm. Both still sit above the standard 177bhp and 231Nm.

Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?

Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.