Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)

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Chip tuning for Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp ECU

Abarth 500 (2014) 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp — sports petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis (тюнинг-суббренд Fiat) group (Италия, 1899). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 180 to 200 hp (+20 hp, +11%) and torque from 250 to 320 Nm (+70 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME17.3.0. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. The 2014 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.

Abarth is Fiat's performance sub-brand, specialising in hotted-up compacts. The scorpion is Abarth's signature logo, a symbol of its aggressive character. The Abarth range consists of sporty versions of the Fiat 500 and other compacts. Abarth builds high-output turbo-petrol engines based on Fiat units. The factory Abarth calibration is sporty, yet there is still headroom for Stage 1.

The Abarth community is a performance niche within the wider Fiat scene. Mid-range Fiat engines are a high-volume chip tuning subject. The Fiat community in Southern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is 20 hp (+11%) over the stock 180 hp, for a total of 200 hp. Torque rises from 250 to 320 Nm (+70 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Abarth 500?

Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is a software ECU calibration with no hardware changes. The key maps (boost/ignition/lambda/torque) are adjusted while factory tolerances are preserved. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.

Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?

Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is developed while keeping the factory AFR, knock control and temperature limits. Engine life is preserved provided regular maintenance is carried out.

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?

Stage 2 on the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

What control unit does the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp run?

The control unit of the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is the Bosch ME17.3.0. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Abarth 500?

Stage 1 on the Abarth 500 voids the factory warranty on the engine and transmission — this is standard for all manufacturers. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on the quality of the remap.

How quickly is chip tuning of the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Abarth 500 — from reading to writing the final file — takes 30-90 minutes depending on the ECU access method. The file is prepared at CHIPOK in 5-30 minutes.

Can you return to stock after Stage 1 on the Abarth 500?

The original Abarth 500 ECU is always saved before flashing. Rolling back to the factory firmware is done with the same programmer in 25-30 minutes.

How much does Stage 1 cost for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Abarth 500 1.4 T-Jet 180 hp is calculated in the calculator on this page — you select the options (DPF off, EGR off, AdBlue off, DTC off, etc.) and the price is capped by the package Max Price. Payment is by credits (1 cr = 1 €), with no subscriptions.

Last updated: 30.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno