Volvo XC90 2002-2014 2.9 T6 272bhp Stage 1 Eco remap figures
The Stage 1 Eco map for the Volvo XC90 2.9 T6 272bhp (2002-2014): 313bhp and 444Nm expected from a standard 272bhp and 380Nm, up to +41bhp and +64Nm. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain (Stage 1 is 327bhp and 450Nm) and is tuned with economy in mind: the choice if you want the performance and care what each tank costs.
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Stage 1 Eco remap figures
Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain, so the car still pulls well, but the map is shaped for efficient, relaxed driving rather than flat-out output. It is above the standard figures. We don't quote mpg, because economy depends on the car and how it is driven.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 272 bhp | 313 bhp | +41 bhp |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 444 Nm | +64 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 272 bhp | 380 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 327 bhp | 450 Nm | +55 bhp +70 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 313 bhp | 444 Nm | +41 bhp +64 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 309 bhp | 441 Nm | +37 bhp +61 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 Eco map for?
- Naturally aspirated owners who want a little more response and a more efficient, relaxed drive. Every map we list stays above standard.
- Drivers who want the small gain on offer without chasing peak output.
- Anyone who would otherwise take the full Stage 1 map but wants it tuned with economy in mind.
How Stage 1 Eco compares with Stage 1
Full Stage 1 on this Volvo XC90 is expected to give 327bhp and 450Nm (+55bhp, +70Nm). The Stage 1 Eco keeps about 75% of that power gain and 91% of the torque gain, so you get 313bhp and 444Nm: 14bhp less and 6Nm less than Stage 1, with the map shaped for efficient, relaxed driving, so it suits you if you want the pull and care about running costs. Both sit above the standard 272bhp and 380Nm.
What this means for your XC90
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.
Engine management is by a Bosch ME7.0 unit. 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 Eco questions
How much power does the Stage 1 Eco map give the Volvo XC90 2.9 T6 272bhp?
We expect 313bhp and 444Nm against 272bhp and 380Nm as standard: up to +41bhp and +64Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
How does Stage 1 Eco differ from Stage 1 on this engine?
Full Stage 1 is expected to give 327bhp and 450Nm. Stage 1 Eco gives 14bhp less and 6Nm less, in exchange for a map shaped with economy in mind. It still sits above the standard figures.
Is Stage 1 Eco or the Eco map better for me?
Choose Stage 1 Eco if you want the performance (313bhp and 444Nm) and still care about running costs. Choose the Eco map (309bhp and 441Nm) if economy matters more than pace.
Will the Stage 1 Eco map save fuel?
It is tuned with economy in mind while keeping most of the Stage 1 performance. We do not quote mpg figures, because economy depends on the car, its condition and how it is driven.
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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