Volvo V50 2004-2012 2.4 D5 177bhp remap figures
Stock, this 2004-2012 Volvo V50 diesel (2.4L) produces 177bhp and 350Nm. Our expected figures for a Stage 1 remap are 240bhp and 481Nm, an expected gain of up to 63bhp and 131Nm.
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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 | 177 bhp | 240 bhp | +63 bhp |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 481 Nm | +131 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 177 bhp | 350 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 240 bhp | 481 Nm | +63 bhp +131 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 224 bhp | 471 Nm | +47 bhp +121 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 219 bhp | 464 Nm | +42 bhp +114 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 V50
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch EDC16C31. Older engine management is simpler to work with, but age matters: worn sensors, leaks and tired components can hold back what a remap delivers, which is why we run a diagnostic check first.
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 V50 2.4 D5 177bhp?
We expect 240bhp and 481Nm against 177bhp and 350Nm as standard: up to +63bhp and +131Nm. 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 V50 2.4 D5 177bhp?
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: 224bhp and 471Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 219bhp and 464Nm. Both still sit above the standard 177bhp and 350Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
More Volvo V50 figures
Other diesel variants
- 2.0 D4 174bhp 2004-2012
- 2.0 D3 147bhp 2004-2012
- 2.0D 134bhp 2004-2012
- 1.6 D 113bhp 2004-2012
- 1.6 D 107bhp 2004-2012
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