Astra VXR upgraded by Superchips
If the 276 bhp (206 kW / 280 PS) and 400 Nm (295 lb/ft) of torque produced by the Vauxhall Astra VXR isn’t enough, aftermarket ECU specialists Superchips could have the answer.
Its Stage 1 remap for the 2.0 litre turbocharged engine lifts those figures by 23 bhp (17 kW / 23 PS) and 61 Nm (45 lb/ft) respectively. No performance stats have been released, but the company is claiming an improved throttle response across the entire rev range.
Go for the DIY fitting option and the cost is £455 including VAT. That method uses a ‘Bluefin’ plug-in handset, which conveniently stores the original settings in case they need to be reinstated. Alternatively, one of the country’s 80 appointed dealers can do the installation for £365 including VAT.
A Stage 2 remap is also available, designed for cars fitted with a free-flow exhaust system and sports catalytic converter from Superchips’ partner firm Thorney Motorsport. Power rises by 32 bhp (23 kW / 32 PS) while torque increases by 75 Nm (55 lb/ft), but again the effects on acceleration and top speed are unknown. Pricing is the same as the Stage 1 conversion.
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Its Stage 1 remap for the 2.0 litre turbocharged engine lifts those figures by 23 bhp (17 kW / 23 PS) and 61 Nm (45 lb/ft) respectively. No performance stats have been released, but the company is claiming an improved throttle response across the entire rev range.
Go for the DIY fitting option and the cost is £455 including VAT. That method uses a ‘Bluefin’ plug-in handset, which conveniently stores the original settings in case they need to be reinstated. Alternatively, one of the country’s 80 appointed dealers can do the installation for £365 including VAT.
A Stage 2 remap is also available, designed for cars fitted with a free-flow exhaust system and sports catalytic converter from Superchips’ partner firm Thorney Motorsport. Power rises by 32 bhp (23 kW / 32 PS) while torque increases by 75 Nm (55 lb/ft), but again the effects on acceleration and top speed are unknown. Pricing is the same as the Stage 1 conversion.
Related post:
Astra VXR / OPC revealed
Image © General Motors.
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