F30 116d sport or 318d se

[tiredeyes]

Got a dilemma
should I go for the F30 316d sport (116bhp) and get it remapped to 143bhp.
or 318d se which is already at 143 bhp?

I'm wondering where is the best place to go to get a remap?
Live in west Midlands near Walsall.
or ....
Should I go for the DTUK box, so can take out when taking car for service?
any idea's appreciated, thanks

Edited by tiredeyes on Sunday 22 April 16:17

[tiredeyes]

Anyone ?

[Fox-]

As its a company car (You wouldn't buy a 116d with your own money surely) then you are probably best off not playing around with remaps. Therefore go with the 318d, its a better car anyway.

[Frances The Mute]

Simon at Emaps is literally around the corner in Pelsall.

He is a wealth of experience and information and can best advise you in terms of the associated gains and drawbacks for what you're looking to achieve.

[theboss]

Be aware that BMW can and do detect remaps when the car is taken for servicing and this will void the warranty.

Any claims that a map is undetectable should be taken with a pinch of salt.

I have first hand experience...

[RyanB88]

Another one for Simon at E-maps, had my E39 530d done there, extremely impressed.

[tiredeyes]

Thank you all very much for the info,
understand about BMW seeing the remap, wouldn't want the warranty invalidated.
What about the DTUK box, so use the box from day to day, then remove when its service time ?
Why is the 318d a better bet over the 316d sport?
I understand 318 has 143bhp as to the 316d 116bhp
but the sport has adjustable sports seats, larger diameter sports steering wheel and extended interior light package
with changeable white to orange interior lights.
I am guessing the sport will sit a little lower too?
The sport also comes with the black surround around windows, inside of front kidney grill and will contrast with the Alpine white.

both have pdc, rain sensor, cruise, air con, auto dimming rear mirror and bluetooth.

so has anyone got the DTUK box, is it a bit of a joke or would it do the job?
Just trying to get all the information before I order...

• update*

read up some more about tuning the ecu or a "box".
I do remember whilst working for a company that every bimmer dealer is connected to BMW GmbH via a direct line.
also the ecu knows when it has been sent incorrect signals (via DTUK box)
also has a counter to flag up when the original map has been remapped.
mmmm looks like the se is starting to win, just for the extra horse's really.
I guess the 116 must drive like the 90 hp focus ! and that was really ste.
the new mondy estate (weight 2275kg) had 140bhp and went like stink
the new bmw is 1970kg and 143 bhp so that looks promising

Edited by tiredeyes on Tuesday 24th April 10:52

[mike325112]

tiredeyes said:

the new mondy estate (weight 2275kg) had 140bhp and went like stink
the new bmw is 1970kg and 143 bhp so that looks promising

Edited by tiredeyes on Tuesday 24th April 10:52

2.3 tonne Mondeo's!!! Are you sure?

[tiredeyes]

yup
go to autotrader and look at specifications
or google
weight of a my 2008 mondeo estate 140bhp diesel 2275kg

so 300kg lighter and 3 more hp. sounds good

[theboss]

tiredeyes said:

yup
go to autotrader and look at specifications
or google
weight of a my 2008 mondeo estate 140bhp diesel 2275kg

so 300kg lighter and 3 more hp. sounds good

You must be looking at max towing weight or some other figure... 2.3t is into SUV territory... my 7-series is about 1950kg and thats a big car

[mike325112]

1500kg kerb weight....
http://www.parkers.co.uk/cars/reviews/facts-and-fi...

Back to topic - have you looked at a 3 seried touring, you may find them a bit small after a Mondeo. 5 series would be a similar size .

[tiredeyes]

weird that.
thanks for the parkers link
have checked the 318d se 2012 model and its 1410kg
and like you say Mondy is 1575, so thats
a weight saving of 165kg
which is around 23.5 stone ! heavy ! wish I could lose that kinda weight
yes I see now, 2200 kg is same as 2.2 ton.
Thanks all