Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp — Stage 1 file (+15 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp
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Chip tuning for Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp ECU
Citroen C5 aircross (2018) 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 1919). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 130 to 145 hp (+15 hp, +12%) and torque from 230 to 275 Nm (+45 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental VD56.1. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A modern petrol engine built in 2018 — a generation with encrypted ECU protection (Tricore TPROT); top engines require Bench.
The Citroen range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles. Citroen is a French carmaker, founded in 1919 by Andre Citroen. Citroen has a history of innovation, from hydropneumatic suspension to front-wheel drive. Citroen turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1. The Citroen petrol range is shared with Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis. PureTech is Citroen's badge for its turbo petrol engines.
Modern Citroens use Tricore TPROT protection, so a Bench read is required. ECUs are standardised across Stellantis, so Citroen files often work on Peugeot/Opel/DS. The Citroen community in France and Western Europe has a large pool of Stage files. Mid-range Citroen engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Europe. The French Citroen community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp reach after a remap?
The Stage 1 gain for the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp is 15 hp (+12%) over the stock 130 hp, for a total of 145 hp. Torque rises from 230 to 275 Nm (+45 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Citroen C5 aircross?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Citroen C5 aircross is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +15 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 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 Citroen C5 aircross?
Stage 2 on the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp?
The Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 hp ECU is the Siemens/Continental VD56.1. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Citroen C5 aircross warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Citroen C5 aircross 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 Citroen C5 aircross take?
On the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 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 Citroen C5 aircross?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 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 Citroen C5 aircross?
Stage 1 for the Citroen C5 aircross 1.2 THP Puretech GPF 130 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.