To remap or not to

[Bakewell]

Hi all,

First post here - very happy owner of a 2019 Leon 5F with the 2.0tsi 190hp engine.

I am debating getting it remapped at some point in the future by REVO (Inspired by this post ) but the fact it was on flexible servicing when I bought it puts me off. (Bought at ~55,000 miles). The oil change intervals vary anywhere between 9,000 - 16,000 miles, and were done by the main dealer.

I've read all sorts of conflicting information about the impact of so-called 'long-life' servicing, but consensus here is that it does the engine no good... I am mindful a remap will put extra strain on the engine and I would like to keep the car running healthy as long as possible. What's are people's thoughts?

 

[SuperV8]

The biggest 'strain' for the car - is the driver!
An inconsiderate/unsympathetic driver could ruin a standard powertrain!
If you're remapping it to get a better time on the drag strip them you will surely shorten it's life!
I have often thought of remapping my 184tdi - but then I think of how often I 'give it the beans' even in its standard tune it is not often! It is already quick enough for a road car/daily to lose your licence!
Then you have the resale value which is probably less for a remapped car.

 

[Bakewell]

The biggest 'strain' for the car - is the driver!
An inconsiderate/unsympathetic driver could ruin a standard powertrain!
If you're remapping it to get a better time on the drag strip them you will surely shorten it's life!
I have often thought of remapping my 184tdi - but then I think of how often I 'give it the beans' even in its standard tune it is not often! It is already quick enough for a road car/daily to lose your licence!
Then you have the resale value which is probably less for a remapped car.

Great answer - Cheers!