Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp — Stage 1 file (+30 hp)

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Chip tuning for Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp ECU

Land-Rover Freelander (2011) 2.0 SI4 240 hp — premium petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Tata Motors (Jaguar Land Rover) group (Великобритания, 1922). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 240 to 270 hp (+30 hp, +12%) and torque from 340 to 400 Nm (+60 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.0, Bosch MED17.9.7. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. TCU units on this engine: ZF 8HPxx, ZF 9HP48 — each is calibrated with a separate file (torque limiter, shift maps for Stage 1). In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 4 ECU variants. The 2011 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.

The Defender is an off-roader with a legendary reputation for capability. Land Rover shares platforms and engines with Jaguar within JLR. Land Rover is a British manufacturer of premium off-roaders and SUVs, founded in 1948. Jaguar shares some ECUs with Ford (a Visteon legacy). The Jaguar V8 Supercharged is an iconic premium-segment engine. Jaguar's petrol range spans turbocharged Ingenium units and supercharged V6/V8 engines.

The Jaguar community is a premium chip tuning niche in the UK and Europe. High-output Jaguars — the F-Type and F-Pace SVR — offer solid headroom for Stage 1.

Jaguar uses the ZF 8HP, a premium 8-speed automatic.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp is 30 hp (+12%) over the stock 240 hp, for a total of 270 hp. Torque rises from 340 to 400 Nm (+60 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Land-Rover Freelander?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Land-Rover Freelander is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +30 hp with no hardware changes.

Is Stage 1 safe on the high-output Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp?

The high-output Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp has a conservative factory calibration aimed at the mass market. Stage 1 unlocks the engine's real potential while turbo and injector life are preserved.

How much does Stage 2 add on the Land-Rover Freelander?

Stage 2 on the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Which ECUs are found on the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp?

The Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch MED17.0, Bosch MED17.9.7. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.

How many TCU units does the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp have?

The Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 hp comes with 2 different automatic-transmission TCU units: ZF 8HPxx, ZF 9HP48. Each is calibrated with a separate file — torque limit, shift maps and launch control rpm for Stage 1.

What happens to the Land-Rover Freelander warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Land-Rover Freelander 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 Land-Rover Freelander take?

On the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 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 Land-Rover Freelander?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 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 Land-Rover Freelander?

Stage 1 for the Land-Rover Freelander 2.0 SI4 240 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