Volkswagen Passat (B8) 2017> 1.5 TSi 147bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2017> Volkswagen Passat petrol (1.5L) produces 147bhp and 250Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 185bhp and 309Nm, an expected gain of up to 38bhp and 59Nm.
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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 | 147 bhp | 185 bhp | +38 bhp |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 309 Nm | +59 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 147 bhp | 250 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 185 bhp | 309 Nm | +38 bhp +59 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 176 bhp | 304 Nm | +29 bhp +54 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 172 bhp | 301 Nm | +25 bhp +51 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 Passat
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 MG1CS011 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 Passat 1.5 TSi 147bhp?
We expect 185bhp and 309Nm against 147bhp and 250Nm as standard: up to +38bhp 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 Passat 1.5 TSi 147bhp?
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: 176bhp and 304Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 172bhp and 301Nm. Both still sit above the standard 147bhp and 250Nm.
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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