Volkswagen Amarok 2009> 2.0 BiTDI 180bhp remap figures
The Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI 180bhp (2009>) is a diesel 2.0L model making 180bhp and 400Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 210bhp and 459Nm - up to 30bhp and 59Nm 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 | 180 bhp | 210 bhp | +30 bhp |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm | +59 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 180 bhp | 400 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 210 bhp | 459 Nm | +30 bhp +59 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 203 bhp | 454 Nm | +23 bhp +54 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 200 bhp | 451 Nm | +20 bhp +51 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 Amarok
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.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch EDC17CP14/C46. 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 Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI 180bhp?
We expect 210bhp and 459Nm against 180bhp and 400Nm as standard: up to +30bhp and +59Nm. 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 Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI 180bhp?
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: 203bhp and 454Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 200bhp and 451Nm. Both still sit above the standard 180bhp and 400Nm.
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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