Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp — Stage 1 file (+6 hp)

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Chip tuning for Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp ECU

Honda CR-Z (2010) 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp — mass-market hybrid engine of the passenger segment of the Honda Motor Company (независимый) group (Япония, 1948). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 124 to 130 hp (+6 hp, +5%) and torque from 174 to 185 Nm (+11 Nm).

Acura is Honda's premium sub-brand for North America. Honda Type R is the performance line, built around naturally aspirated engines. VTEC is Honda's signature variable valve control technology. Honda i-MMD is the brand's own hybrid technology (Civic Hybrid, CR-V Hybrid). The Honda e is a city electric car. The Honda Insight is a hybrid saloon and a rival to the Toyota Prius.

The Honda community has one of the strongest JDM cultures (Civic Type R, NSX, Acura). Hondata K-Pro / FlashPro is the main tuning channel, rather than standard WinOLS. Mid-range Honda — naturally aspirated with a conservative factory calibration; Stage 1 delivers a modest gain.

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp is 6 hp (+5%) over the stock 124 hp, for a total of 130 hp. Torque rises from 174 to 185 Nm (+11 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Honda CR-Z?

Stage 1 on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 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 +6 hp with no hardware changes.

Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp?

Stage 1 on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 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 Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp?

Stage 2 on the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Honda CR-Z?

Stage 1 on the Honda CR-Z 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 Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Honda CR-Z — 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 Honda CR-Z?

The original Honda CR-Z 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 Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Honda CR-Z 1.5 i-VTEC 124 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: 01.09.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno