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Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp Tuning (2007–present)

Factory specification and Stage 1 remap gains for the Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp (2007–present). A Stage 1 calibration adds 29 BHP and 68 Nm — software only, no hardware modifications required.

2007> (2007–present)2007–present2231 ccDieselECU: Delphi DCM3.7
MeasureStockECOStage 1

Power

BHP

181

198

+17 BHP · +9%

210

+29 BHP · +16%

Torque

Nm

400

441

+41 Nm · +10%

468

+68 Nm · +17%

+29 BHP

Stage 1 power gain

+68 Nm

Stage 1 torque gain

Rolling road

Dyno Graph

Power (BHP, solid) and torque (Nm, dashed) across engine speed (RPM). Peak figures match our database exactly.

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Stock: 181 bhp · 400 Nm (peak)

Stage 1: 210 bhp · 468 Nm (peak)

Tuning tool compatibility

This ECU is listed in 4 of 4 manufacturer compatibility databases.

AutoTuner

Supported

ECU: DCM37

OBD

Alientech KESS3

Supported

ECU: DCM37

OBDBenchBoot

Magicmotorsport FLEX

Supported

ECU: DCM37

OBDBoot

Dimsport New Genius / New Trasdata

Supported

ECU: DCM37

OBDBench
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About this remap

Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp Stage 1 — what changes

The Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp (2007–present) leaves the factory at 181 BHP and 400 Nm of torque. Manufacturers deliberately detune this engine to separate it from more expensive variants in the range — a Regal Tuning Stage 1 calibration safely recovers that headroom through the ECU alone: no hardware changes, no dyno risk, fully reversible.

Fuelling, boost pressure, ignition and torque limiters are optimised within the safe tolerances of the 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp powertrain (diesel). The result is 210 BHP and 468 Nm with factory smoothness, cold-start protection and emissions behaviour retained.

Why Regal Tuning

Verified on the dyno, backed by 20+ years

Every calibration is developed and verified by Regal Tuning on an in-house 4WD dynamometer and proven across a worldwide dealer network. Your file is supplied through the Regal Tuning file portal with full technical support, and the original factory file is always kept so the vehicle can be returned to stock at any time.

Figures shown are for this exact engine variant. Gains depend on vehicle health, fuel quality and conditions — we confirm the expected output for your specific vehicle in writing before work begins.

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Chevrolet Captiva 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp remap FAQ

How much power does Stage 1 add?

Stage 1 takes the 2.2 VCDi 181 bhp to 210 BHP and 468 Nm — a gain of 29 BHP and 68 Nm over stock.

Is Stage 1 safe for this engine?

Yes — software-only calibration within the safe mechanical tolerances of the engine, gearbox and drivetrain, developed and verified on our in-house 4WD dyno.

How do I get this remap?

Request a quote with your vehicle details or registration. Existing customers upload their ECU file through the Regal Tuning file portal for a fast turnaround.

20+ years of ECU calibration

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