Volkswagen Golf (MK7 5G) 2013-2015 1.4 TSI 120bhp remap figures
The Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 120bhp (2013-2015) is a petrol 1.4L model making 120bhp and 201Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 157bhp and 269Nm - up to 37bhp and 68Nm 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 | 120 bhp | 157 bhp | +37 bhp |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 269 Nm | +68 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 120 bhp | 201 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 157 bhp | 269 Nm | +37 bhp +68 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 148 bhp | 264 Nm | +28 bhp +63 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 145 bhp | 260 Nm | +25 bhp +59 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
On a turbocharged petrol engine a remap adjusts boost, ignition timing and fuelling together, so both power and mid-range torque rise and the car pulls harder out of corners and junctions.
Engine management is by a Bosch MED17.5.21 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 Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI 120bhp?
We expect 157bhp and 269Nm against 120bhp and 201Nm as standard: up to +37bhp and +68Nm. 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 1.4 TSI 120bhp?
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: 148bhp and 264Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 145bhp and 260Nm. Both still sit above the standard 120bhp 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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