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How much horsepower can you win with chip tuning?
The horsepower gains you get with chip tuning depend on several factors: the engine type, whether a turbo is already installed, and how the manufacturer's software is configured. In practice, gains vary from about 5 hp up to 100+ hp, depending on the engine type and the selected tuningstage.
Turbo = more profit
The biggest gains are achieved with engines that already equipped with a turbo from the factory. The software is adjusted to increase turbo pressure and optimize injection. This often results in significant improvements in both power and torque. Average gain at stage 1 chip tuning:
- Turbocharged petrol (e.g. 1.4 TSI, 2.0 TFSI, 1.5 EcoBoost): +25 to +60 hp
- Turbodiesel (e.g. 2.0 TDI): +20 to +50 hp
- Without turbo (e.g. 1.6 petrol): +5 to +12 hp
Why are the numbers different?
Not every car responds to chip tuning in the same way. The exact gain depends on several factors, such as:
- The manufacturer's engine software (some engines are deliberately 'throttled')
- The state of maintenance of the car
- The fuel quality
- Heat management and turbo size
Note: A tuner may promise high numbers, but reliable tuning always considers the engine's safety margins. Overly aggressive software can lead to excessive wear or engine damage.
More horsepower? Then often also need extra upgrades
Do you want to go further than stage 1? Then you will soon end up at stage 2 of 3 tuningAdditional upgrades are needed to ensure reliability, such as:
- Down pipe
- Intercooler
- Fuel pump
- Air inlet
- Reinforced clutch or modified DSG software
JT-Products supplies these parts but doesn't perform tuning ourselves. We are happy to advise you on the correct order and components for a safe and sustainable power upgrade.
Advice from JT-Products
Don't just be guided by the horsepower. Always ask for the torque (Nm) and how the engine responds to the tuning. A car with "only" 30 hp can feel much faster in practice thanks to improved torque buildup at low revs.
Want to know how much power your car can safely gain with chip tuning, or what upgrades you need? Contact our reliable chip tuning partner via WhatsApp.