Volvo V40 2012-2015 2.5 T5 250bhp remap figures
The Volvo V40 2.5 T5 250bhp (2012-2015) is a petrol 2.5L model making 250bhp and 361Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 290bhp and 405Nm - up to 40bhp and 44Nm 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 | 250 bhp | 290 bhp | +40 bhp |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 405 Nm | +44 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 250 bhp | 361 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 290 bhp | 405 Nm | +40 bhp +44 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 280 bhp | 401 Nm | +30 bhp +40 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 277 bhp | 399 Nm | +27 bhp +38 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a sharper throttle and a small, honest gain from software alone.
- Owners who would rather keep the car standard in every other way.
- Anyone who wants the fullest software-only map for this engine, accepting that the gain is modest without a turbocharger.
What this means for your V40
Naturally aspirated petrol engines have no boost to raise, so gains from software alone are more modest than on a turbocharged car and come from fuelling, ignition and throttle response.
This car is listed with a BOSCH ME9.0 engine control 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 Volvo V40 2.5 T5 250bhp?
We expect 290bhp and 405Nm against 250bhp and 361Nm as standard: up to +40bhp and +44Nm. 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 Volvo V40 2.5 T5 250bhp?
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: 280bhp and 401Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 277bhp and 399Nm. Both still sit above the standard 250bhp and 361Nm.
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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