Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp — Stage 1 file (+22 hp)

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Chip tuning for Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp ECU

Infiniti QX56 (2011) 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance group (Япония, 1933). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 408 to 430 hp (+22 hp, +5%) and torque from 550 to 580 Nm (+30 Nm). ECU — Hitachi BEDxxx/MECxxx. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The 2011 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.

Infiniti is Nissan's premium sub-brand, launched in 1989 for North America. The Infiniti range comprises premium saloons, crossovers and coupes. Infiniti shares platforms and engines with Nissan's premium segment. Nissan's petrol range covers mainstream turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines. The GT-R and Nismo offer significant potential with hardware. Nismo is Nissan's performance division, the equivalent of AMG/M.

The Nissan community in the JDM segment is the world's largest for the GT-R. The GT-R community is an industry of its own with ready-made Stage files. The GT-R confidently reaches Stage 2 with hardware. The top Nissan GT-R / Nismo engines mark the ceiling of the Japanese performance segment.

Frequently asked questions

What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

After Stage 1 the power of the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp rises from 408 to 430 hp, a gain of 22 hp (+5%). Torque rises from 550 to 580 Nm (+30 Nm).

How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Infiniti QX56?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Infiniti QX56 is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +22 hp with no hardware changes.

What is the Stage 1 potential of the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

Stage 1 for the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp unlocks the potential built in by the factory but artificially capped to meet mass-market targets. A base of 750-800 hp is achievable once hardware is added.

How much does Stage 2 add on the Infiniti QX56?

Stage 2 on the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Which ECU is fitted to the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp?

The Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 hp ECU is the Hitachi BEDxxx/MECxxx. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).

What happens to the Infiniti QX56 warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 take?

On the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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 Infiniti QX56?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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 Infiniti QX56?

Stage 1 for the Infiniti QX56 56 (5.6i V8) 408 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: 30.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno