Volkswagen Amarok 2016> 3.0 V6 TDI 204bhp remap figures
The Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI 204bhp (2016>) is a diesel 3.0L model making 204bhp and 500Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 305bhp and 615Nm - up to 101bhp and 115Nm 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 | 204 bhp | 305 bhp | +101 bhp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 615 Nm | +115 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 204 bhp | 500 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 305 bhp | 615 Nm | +101 bhp +115 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 280 bhp | 606 Nm | +76 bhp +106 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 272 bhp | 600 Nm | +68 bhp +100 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.
This car is listed with a Bosch EDC17CP54 engine control unit. Newer ECUs often protect their software, so we read the exact unit and version on the car before confirming the figures on this page.
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 3.0 V6 TDI 204bhp?
We expect 305bhp and 615Nm against 204bhp and 500Nm as standard: up to +101bhp and +115Nm. 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 3.0 V6 TDI 204bhp?
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: 280bhp and 606Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 272bhp and 600Nm. Both still sit above the standard 204bhp and 500Nm.
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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