Volkswagen Up 2016> 1.0 TSI 88bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2016> Volkswagen Up petrol (1.0L) produces 88bhp and 160Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 136bhp and 253Nm, an expected gain of up to 48bhp and 93Nm.
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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 | 88 bhp | 136 bhp | +48 bhp |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 253 Nm | +93 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 88 bhp | 160 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 136 bhp | 253 Nm | +48 bhp +93 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 124 bhp | 246 Nm | +36 bhp +86 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 120 bhp | 241 Nm | +32 bhp +81 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 Up
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.
This car is listed with a Bosch MED17.5.21 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 Up 1.0 TSI 88bhp?
We expect 136bhp and 253Nm against 88bhp and 160Nm as standard: up to +48bhp and +93Nm. 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 Up 1.0 TSI 88bhp?
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: 124bhp and 246Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 120bhp and 241Nm. Both still sit above the standard 88bhp and 160Nm.
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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