Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp — Stage 1 file (+34 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp ECU
Mercedes A (2012 - W176) 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp — premium diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart, EQ) group (Германия, 1926). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 136 to 170 hp (+34 hp, +25%) and torque from 300 to 380 Nm (+80 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Delphi CRD3.40, Delphi CRD3.60, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen1, Delphi CRD3. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 4 ECU variants. The 2012 generation — mid-generation diesels on the EDC17 platform with OBD reading support and no need for Bench.
The Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Daimler AG until 2022) comprises Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart and the EQ line. AMG is the performance division of Mercedes (since 1967), building engines on the 'one man, one engine' principle in Affalterbach. Mercedes is one of the most protected brands in the chip tuning industry in terms of encryption. DPF/SCR with AdBlue is standard on all Euro-6 Mercedes diesels. Mid-generation diesel models use standard OBD read/write. Mercedes diesels are known for smooth, quiet running, a hallmark of the premium segment.
In the Mercedes commercial segment, Stage 1 focuses on torque. Mid-range Mercedes engines are a premium segment with a conservative factory calibration, and Stage 1 preserves engine life. Mercedes prioritises smooth running, and Stage 1 preserves the engine's character. The Mercedes factory calibration allows a confident move to Stage 1 without hardware changes. The Mercedes community is active in Europe, with a large pool of available Stage files.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp increase after Stage 1?
After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp rises from 136 to 170 hp, a gain of 34 hp (+25%). Torque rises from 300 to 380 Nm (+80 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes A?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes A with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +34 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the risk of Stage 1 on the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp?
A remap of the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp is safe — the factory calibration in this mid-range class is conservative, leaving genuine headroom for Stage 1 with no hardware changes.
What is Stage 2 for the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which control units is the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp built with?
The Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp comes with 4 ECU variants: Delphi CRD3.40, Delphi CRD3.60, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen1, Delphi CRD3. Calibration is done for the specific unit after the revision is identified.
Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes A remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Mercedes A, the official factory warranty on the engine and gearbox is lost (this applies to any manufacturer when the ECU is modified). CHIPOK guarantees the quality of the calibration and free revisions.
How long is the wait for a Stage 1 remap for the Mercedes A?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes A. Bench reading (BDM/JTAG) takes about 60 minutes plus refitting. Remote file processing at CHIPOK takes 5-30 minutes.
How do you roll back to the factory firmware of the Mercedes A?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp cost?
The remap price for the Mercedes A 200 CDI (1.8) 136 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.