Engine tuners at Unichip have launched a new performance upgrade program that applies to the BMW 120d, 320d and 520d models manufactured from 2003 onwards.
The Unichip upgrade is a plug and play ‘U-Connet’ device that optimises the ECU on the BMW 120d, 320d and 520d models and besides the fact that installing it takes just a few minutes, the whole thing is also fully reversible.
On the Unichip BMW 520d the power gain is of 19 bhp and 40 lb-ft of torque, which means total output is of 188 bhp and 252 lb-ft or torque @ 3,400 rpm. The same increase is expected on the BMW 120d and 320d models.
The Unichip upgrade for the BMW 120d, 320d and 520d has a price of 465,30 GBP.
Unichip press release :
- ‘U-connect’ plug and play for easy DIY installation of Unichip ECU
- Dyno proven to gain 19 bhp & 40 lb.ft of torque
- Fuel economy remains unaffected by Unichip conversion
Unichip Europe is delighted to announce the launch of a new
performance-enhancing plug and play ‘U-Connect’ piggy back Unichip
upgrade for the BMW 163 and 177 bhp, 1995cc, four cylinder direct
injection engines used in the 120, 320 and 520d models from 2003
onwards.
Consisting of a specially premapped version of the renowned piggy
back ECU, the Unichip makes subtle electronic tweaks to the BMW’s
fuelling and boost settings to improve all round performance, without
compromising economy or reliability.
Designed as a DIY fitment via its plug and play ‘U-Connect’ wiring
loom, the Unichip is fitted (and removed) in minutes. It leaves no
electronic footprint and is ‘invisible’ to main dealers during servicing
and to ensure it’s totally tamperproof the ‘U-Connect’ unit can only be
remapped by a qualified Unichip agent.
Rolling road testing has proven that a ‘Unichipped’ BMW 520d gains an
impressive 19bhp and 40lb.ft of torque over the standard car, producing
a measured total of 188bhp, allied to a mighty 252lb.ft of torque at
just 3400rpm. Similar performance gains can be expected from the 120d
and 320d models.
On the road this added punch translates into easier overtaking,
greater driveability, and enhanced driver enjoyment, whatever the speed.
With family use in mind, towing heavy loads becomes less of a chore
thanks to the extra torque on tap, making caravanning, or trailering
horseboxes a more practical proposition.
Unichip’s ability to refine the BMW’s key engine parameters via the
U-Connect piggy back ECU has a negligible impact on the BMW’s 55mpg fuel
economy. Tests have proven that fuel economy is unaffected by the
Unichip U-Connect package, with drivers actually reporting a 5-10%
better fuel consumption compared to standard.
Priced at £465.30 including VAT @ 17.5% and carrying part number
PPBMW03.0, the Unichip U-Connect BMW suits all manual and automatic
transmission variants of the 120d, 320d, and 520d models produced from
2003 onwards and is available now directly from Unichip Europe.
