Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp
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Chip tuning for Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp ECU
Caterham Catherham Seven (2005) 2.0i 180 hp — sports petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Caterham Cars group (Великобритания, 1973). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 180 to 200 hp (+20 hp, +11%) and torque from 193 to 223 Nm (+30 Nm). The 2005 generation — old-era petrol ECUs (ME7/ME9/MED9/Simos) with easily readable memory.
Caterham builds lightweight track cars and sports cars. Caterham specialises in ultra-lightweight track cars. The Caterham Seven is an iconic track car based on the Lotus Seven. Caterham's petrol range relies mainly on bought-in engines (Ford, Honda, Toyota).
The Caterham community is a niche track scene with bespoke calibrations. Mid-range Caterhams are rare — the brand goes straight to the high-output segment.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp increase after Stage 1?
After Stage 1 the power of the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp rises from 180 to 200 hp, a gain of 20 hp (+11%). Torque rises from 193 to 223 Nm (+30 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Caterham Catherham Seven?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Caterham Catherham Seven is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Caterham Catherham Seven?
Stage 2 on the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What happens to the Caterham Catherham Seven warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Caterham Catherham Seven does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.
How long does remapping the Caterham Catherham Seven take?
On the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.
Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Caterham Catherham Seven?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.
What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Caterham Catherham Seven?
Stage 1 for the Caterham Catherham Seven 2.0i 180 hp is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.