Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp — Stage 1 file (+12 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp
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Chip tuning for Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp ECU
Citroen Saxo (1999) 1.6 VTS 120 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 1919). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 120 to 132 hp (+12 hp, +10%) and torque from 145 to 165 Nm (+20 Nm). ECU — Marelli IAW48P2. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The 1999 generation — old-era petrol ECUs (ME7/ME9/MED9/Simos) with easily readable memory.
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 shares platforms and engines with Peugeot, Opel/Vauxhall and DS within Stellantis. Citroen turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1. PureTech is Citroen's badge for its turbo petrol engines. The Citroen petrol range is shared with Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis.
The Citroen community in France and Western Europe has a large pool of Stage files. ECUs are standardised across Stellantis, so Citroen files often work on Peugeot/Opel/DS. Stage 1 on Citroen petrol engines gives a noticeable gain. 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 much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp?
The Stage 1 gain for the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp is 12 hp (+10%) over the stock 120 hp, for a total of 132 hp. Torque rises from 145 to 165 Nm (+20 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Citroen Saxo?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Citroen Saxo is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +12 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 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 Saxo?
Stage 2 on the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp?
The Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 hp ECU is the Marelli IAW48P2. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Citroen Saxo warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Citroen Saxo 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 Saxo take?
On the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 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 Saxo?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 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 Saxo?
Stage 1 for the Citroen Saxo 1.6 VTS 120 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.