Volkswagen Touareg (7P5) 2010> 4.2 V8 TDI 335bhp remap figures
The Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 V8 TDI 335bhp (2010>) is a diesel 4.1L model making 335bhp and 800Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 390bhp and 873Nm - up to 55bhp and 73Nm 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 | 335 bhp | 390 bhp | +55 bhp |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 873 Nm | +73 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 335 bhp | 800 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 390 bhp | 873 Nm | +55 bhp +73 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 376 bhp | 867 Nm | +41 bhp +67 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 372 bhp | 864 Nm | +37 bhp +64 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 Touareg
Diesel remaps work mainly on boost pressure, fuel delivery and torque limiters, which is why the Nm gain is usually the figure you feel in everyday driving, particularly when overtaking or towing.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch EDC17CP44. 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 Touareg 4.2 V8 TDI 335bhp?
We expect 390bhp and 873Nm against 335bhp and 800Nm as standard: up to +55bhp and +73Nm. 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 Touareg 4.2 V8 TDI 335bhp?
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: 376bhp and 867Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 372bhp and 864Nm. Both still sit above the standard 335bhp and 800Nm.
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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