Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp — Stage 1 file (+40 hp)

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Chip tuning for Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp ECU

Honda HR-V (2015) 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Honda Motor Company (независимый) group (Япония, 1948). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 120 to 160 hp (+40 hp, +33%) and torque from 300 to 360 Nm (+60 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC17C58. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. A diesel built in 2015 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.

Honda is an independent brand, not part of any group. Acura is Honda's premium sub-brand for North America. Honda Type R is the performance line, built around naturally aspirated engines. On mid-range Honda diesels, Stage 1 delivers a modest gain. Honda i-DTEC is Honda's range of turbo-diesels. Honda diesels are aimed mainly at the European and Indian markets.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp?

Stage 1 for the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp adds +40 hp — power increases from 120 to 160 hp (+33%). Torque rises from 300 to 360 Nm (+60 Nm).

What does a Stage 1 remap of the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp include?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Honda HR-V is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +40 hp with no hardware changes.

Can you do Stage 1 on the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp?

Yes, Stage 1 for the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 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 Honda HR-V?

Stage 2 for the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 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.

Which ECU is fitted to the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp?

The Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 120 hp ECU is the Bosch EDC17C58. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).

What happens to the Honda HR-V warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Honda HR-V 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 Honda HR-V take?

On the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 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 Honda HR-V?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 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 Honda HR-V?

Stage 1 for the Honda HR-V 1.6 i-DTEC 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.

Last updated: 01.09.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno