DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp — Stage 1 file (+25 hp)
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Stage 1 file for DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp
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Chip tuning for DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp ECU
DS 4 (2016) 1.6 THP 165 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 2014). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 165 to 190 hp (+25 hp, +15%) and torque from 260 to 300 Nm (+40 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.4, Bosch MED17.4.2, Bosch MED17.4.4. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 6 configurations · 3 ECU variants. A petrol engine built in 2016 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.
DS positions itself as the group's premium arm and a French rival to Audi and BMW. The DS range comprises premium crossovers and saloons. DS is part of the Stellantis group. PureTech is Citroen's badge for its turbo petrol engines. The Citroen petrol range is shared with Peugeot and Opel within Stellantis. Citroen turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1.
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. Stage 1 on Citroen petrol engines gives a noticeable gain. The French Citroen community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Mid-range Citroen engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Europe.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp increase after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp boosts engine output by 25 hp: from 165 to 190 hp. Torque rises from 260 to 300 Nm (+40 Nm).
What changes in the DS 4 ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 on the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 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 +25 hp with no hardware changes.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.6 THP 165 hp?
Stage 1 on the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 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 DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp?
Stage 2 for the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.
How many ECU variants does the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp have?
The DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp has 3 ECU variants: Bosch MED17.4, Bosch MED17.4.2, Bosch MED17.4.4. Before flashing you need to read the specific unit — calibration is done for the exact hardware/software.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the DS 4?
Stage 1 on the DS 4 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 DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the DS 4 — 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 DS 4?
The original DS 4 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 DS 4 1.6 THP 165 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the DS 4 1.6 THP 165 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.