Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp — Stage 1 file (+5 hp)

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Chip tuning for Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp ECU

Ford Ka (2018) 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Ford Motor Company group (США, 1903). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 85 to 90 hp (+5 hp, +6%) and torque from 107 to 112 Nm (+5 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME17.0.3. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. A 2018 petrol engine — the latest era of encrypted firmware; OBD access is available on production units, Bench on sport models.

Ford pioneered mass assembly-line car production. Ford is an American carmaker, founded in 1903 by Henry Ford. Ford shares some ECUs with Mazda (a Visteon legacy). The Coyote V8 is the flagship engine of the Ford Mustang GT. EcoBoost is Ford's proprietary turbo petrol engine range. Low-output Ford petrol engines are naturally aspirated city units.

The EcoBoost 2.0/2.3 (Focus ST, Mustang EcoBoost) is a popular tuning subject. Cobb Tuning and SCT Tuning are the leading tuning brands for Ford in the US. The US Ford community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files for EcoBoost and V8 engines. Low-output Fords are naturally aspirated city cars, and Stage 1 is safe.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower does the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp reach after a remap?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp boosts engine output by 5 hp: from 85 to 90 hp. Torque rises from 107 to 112 Nm (+5 Nm).

What changes in the Ford Ka ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 on the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 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 +5 hp with no hardware changes.

Is Stage 1 safe for the low-output Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp?

Yes, Stage 1 on the low-output Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp delivers a moderate but genuine gain — without overstressing the hardware. On base naturally aspirated engines the effect is felt mainly as improved throttle response and a stronger mid-range.

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp?

Stage 2 for the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 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.

What control unit does the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp run?

The control unit of the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp is the Bosch ME17.0.3. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Ford Ka?

Stage 1 on the Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Ford Ka — 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 Ford Ka?

The original Ford Ka 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 Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Ford Ka 1.2 Ti-CVT 85 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: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno