Legacy 2.5i

[Dvb99]

Hi there,

am new to the forum. I have a 2005 Legacy 2.5i SE manual. It's a great car but could do with some more power. Any one have a modified one? Is it worth getting a remap, new air filter and maybe a better exhaust?
What sort of power increase could i achieve at reasonable cost?
any help appreciated

Dan

 

[turbonutter69]

Is it a N/a or Turbo car Buddy?

Welcome to Torque Cars as well mate.

 

[Dvb99]

Hi, its the 2.5 manual na engine 162bhp

Just received a quote from a copmpany called Morego

For £400 they will install a "Starchip" which they claim will give +18bhp and +22 Nm Torque
Has anyone used them before? are the claims realistic?

 

[sr performance]

Hi mate, we dont list anything for a N/A 2.5 but the starchip seems a bit high at 18bhp. i would have said 12-14bhp, torque seems about right though.
But the price is high to say it is a n/a non turbo..


steve

evolutionchips installer

www.sr-performance.co.uk

 

[Dvb99]

Thanks for the reply Steve

ok, i thought it was a bit optimistic. Can i just ask, does it affect fuel economy much. Also, do you have to run it on Super\98 or will it still work on 95 RON fuel?

 

[sr performance]

Hi mate,
If it's mapped properly then mpg should ba same, sometimes a little better, we always recommend using 98ron fuel..


steve

evolutionchips installer