Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI — Performance Tuning for Power, Efficiency, and Reliability
Transforming the Amarok’s Diesel Performance
This week’s highlight was Barry’s Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI, which came in for a full performance calibration. The results speak for themselves: stronger torque, smoother throttle response, and improved drivability across the entire rev range. It’s a clear example of how professional Amarok tuning can breathe new life into Volkswagen’s capable twin-turbo diesel.
Unlocking the True Potential of the 2.0 BiTDI
The 2.0-litre BiTDI is a proven engine, used across Amaroks and Transporters alike. From the factory, its calibration is intentionally conservative — limiting torque and boost response to meet worldwide emissions and fuel-grade standards. That leaves plenty of untapped performance inside the ECU.
Through careful remapping, we optimise boost control, torque management, and fueling efficiency. The outcome is a far more responsive engine with stronger mid-range pull and cleaner acceleration, whether towing, overtaking, or cruising. Most owners immediately notice that the Amarok feels lighter on its feet, with power arriving earlier and holding longer through each gear.
Real-World Gains You Can Feel
A properly tuned Amarok doesn’t just go faster — it works smarter. Our calibration improves combustion efficiency so the engine generates more torque from less fuel. Many customers also report smoother running and noticeable fuel savings in everyday driving. The tune further reduces the gear-hunting behaviour often seen in stock vehicles, making towing and highway driving far more relaxed.
Since the EGR system on these engines tends to clog around 80 000–90 000 km, performance and reliability can both decline. Our calibration keeps the system cleaner and helps prevent the drivability issues that often appear as mileage climbs, protecting the engine’s longevity in the process.
The AutoUpgrades Approach
Every AutoUpgrades tune follows OEM-grade methodology: the same principles used in factory R&D. We never disable factory safety systems or disable torque limits. Instead, we refine the software to enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency together. The result is a stronger, smoother Amarok that delivers torque exactly when you need it, while remaining fully within safe factory tolerances.
Experience the Difference
If your Volkswagen Amarok 2.0 BiTDI feels tired or less efficient than it used to, professional ECU tuning can completely transform how it drives. Expect more torque, smoother delivery, and improved economy — all engineered with precision and backed by AutoUpgrades’ OEM-level discipline.
Volkswagen Amarok Performance Tune
