Volkswagen Golf (MK7 5G) 2015> 1.0 TSI 115bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Volkswagen Golf 1.0 TSI 115bhp? The standard car makes 115bhp and 201Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 140bhp and 242Nm, up to +25bhp and +41Nm.
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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 | 115 bhp | 140 bhp | +25 bhp |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 242 Nm | +41 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 115 bhp | 201 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 140 bhp | 242 Nm | +25 bhp +41 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 134 bhp | 239 Nm | +19 bhp +38 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 132 bhp | 237 Nm | +17 bhp +36 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a noticeably quicker car from a software-only change, with no new parts.
- Daily drivers who want stronger mid-range pull and a sharper throttle.
- Anyone who wants the biggest gain we list without fitting hardware.
What this means for your Golf
Turbocharged petrol engines respond well to calibration changes: boost and timing are the main levers, and the result is a flatter, stronger torque curve as well as a higher peak.
Engine management is by a Bosch MED17.5.21 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 Golf 1.0 TSI 115bhp?
We expect 140bhp and 242Nm against 115bhp and 201Nm as standard: up to +25bhp and +41Nm. 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 Golf 1.0 TSI 115bhp?
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: 134bhp and 239Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 132bhp and 237Nm. Both still sit above the standard 115bhp and 201Nm.
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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