Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 Stage 1 ECU Remap
Performance Gains
| POWER | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 150kW |
| Stage 1 Tune | 180kW – 195kW |
| Gain | +30kW to +45kW |
| TORQUE | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 500Nm |
| Stage 1 Tune | 580Nm – 650Nm |
| Gain | +80Nm to +150Nm |
What You’ll Notice
✓ Stronger towing performance
✓ Improved throttle response
✓ Significantly increased mid-range torque
✓ Easier overtaking and highway acceleration
✓ Reduced gear hunting under load
✓ No hardware modifications required
Stage 1 ECU Remap
The Evo Performance Stage 1 ECU remap is designed to unlock the full potential of Toyota’s renowned 2.8-litre GD-6 turbo diesel engine while retaining all factory hardware and everyday reliability. Through careful optimisation of boost pressure, fuel delivery, torque management, and throttle calibration, the Stage 1 tune delivers substantial gains in both power and torque without requiring any mechanical modifications.
On a healthy Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 producing the factory-rated 150kW and 500Nm, power typically increases to approximately 180–195kW, while torque rises to around 580–650Nm, depending on fuel quality, vehicle condition, and transmission variant. The result is a noticeably stronger and more responsive driving experience, with exceptional mid-range pulling power, improved towing capability, and effortless overtaking performance, all while maintaining OEM-like drivability and refinement.
Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 Stage 2 ECU Remap
Performance Gains
| POWER | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 150kW |
| Stage 2 Tune | 200kW – 220kW |
| Gain | +50kW to +70kW |
| TORQUE | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 500Nm |
| Stage 2 Tune | 650Nm – 750Nm |
| Gain | +150Nm to +250Nm |
Recommended Supporting Modifications
✓ High-flow exhaust system
✓ Performance downpipe
✓ Upgraded intercooler
✓ Enhanced intake system
✓ EGT monitoring recommended
✓ Premium-quality diesel fuel
What You’ll Notice
✓ Significantly improved towing performance
✓ Much stronger mid-range torque delivery
✓ Faster turbo response and acceleration
✓ Reduced gear hunting under load
✓ Improved overtaking performance
✓ Enhanced drivability both on- and off-road
Stage 2 ECU Remap
The Evo Performance Stage 2 ECU remap is designed for owners seeking substantially more performance from Toyota’s 2.8-litre GD-6 engine. By combining a bespoke ECU calibration with supporting airflow and exhaust upgrades, Stage 2 allows the 1GD-FTV platform to deliver significantly greater power and torque while maintaining excellent drivability and reliability when properly maintained.
On a well-maintained Hilux 2.8 GD-6, power typically increases from the factory-rated 150kW and 500Nm to approximately 200–220kW and 650–750Nm, depending on the vehicle specification, supporting hardware, fuel quality, and environmental conditions. The result is a Hilux that feels considerably stronger throughout the rev range, with exceptional towing capability, effortless overtaking performance, and noticeably improved throttle response. For drivers who regularly tow heavy loads, travel long distances, or simply want more performance from their GD-6, Stage 2 delivers a substantial step up from a traditional Stage 1 calibration.
Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6 Stage 3 ECU Remap
Performance Gains
| POWER | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 150kW |
| Stage 3 Tune | 240kW – 280kW |
| Gain | +90kW to +130kW |
| TORQUE | |
|---|---|
| Factory | 500Nm |
| Stage 3 Tune | 800Nm – 950Nm |
| Gain | +300Nm to +450Nm |
Recommended Supporting Modifications
✓ Upgraded or hybrid turbocharger
✓ High-flow exhaust system and performance downpipe
✓ Upgraded intercooler
✓ Enhanced intake system
✓ Upgraded fuel system components where required
✓ Transmission calibration or strengthening recommended
✓ EGT and boost monitoring
✓ Custom dyno tuning
What You’ll Notice
✓ Massive increase in towing and load-carrying performance
✓ Exceptional mid-range and top-end power delivery
✓ Significantly improved turbo response
✓ Effortless overtaking under all conditions
✓ Enhanced off-road torque and drivability
✓ A completely transformed driving experience
Stage 3 ECU Remap
The Evo Performance Stage 3 package is the ultimate performance upgrade for the Toyota Hilux 2.8 GD-6, combining a custom ECU calibration with extensive supporting hardware modifications. Designed for enthusiasts, heavy-duty towing applications, and high-performance diesel builds, Stage 3 maximises the potential of Toyota’s 1GD-FTV engine through improved airflow, increased boost capability, enhanced cooling efficiency, and carefully calibrated fuel delivery.
A typical Stage 3 setup incorporates an upgraded or hybrid turbocharger, intercooler upgrades, intake and exhaust enhancements, and supporting fuel system modifications where necessary. On a properly prepared Hilux 2.8 GD-6, power can increase from the factory-rated 150kW and 500Nm to approximately 240–280kW and 800–950Nm, depending on hardware specification, fuel quality, transmission configuration, and overall vehicle condition.
The result is a dramatically more capable Hilux with immense torque throughout the rev range, outstanding towing performance, rapid acceleration, and power levels that rival many modern performance vehicles. While Stage 3 retains everyday usability when professionally engineered and maintained, it is intended for owners seeking the highest level of performance available from the GD-6 platform.
