Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp — Stage 1 file (+24 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp ECU
Mercedes CLA (2019 - C118) 180d (1.5) 116 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 116 to 140 hp (+24 hp, +21%) and torque from 260 to 310 Nm (+50 Nm). ECU — Bosch MD1CS006. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A 2019 diesel — a modern platform protected by RSA + checksum encryption; top models require BDM/JTAG.
The Mercedes slogan is 'Das Beste oder nichts' ('The best or nothing'). Smart is Mercedes's city sub-brand, historically running Mitsubishi and Renault engines. Karl Benz is credited as the inventor of the automobile with the 1886 Patent-Motorwagen. Mercedes diesels have long been popular with the German police and taxi services. Mercedes diesel engines are fitted to passenger cars and commercial vehicles. BlueTEC is Mercedes's proprietary exhaust after-treatment system with an SCR catalyst and AdBlue.
Stage 1 on mid-range Mercedes diesels delivers a noticeable torque gain. The Mercedes community is active in Europe, with a large pool of available Stage files. 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.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the power of the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp increase after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp boosts engine output by 24 hp: from 116 to 140 hp. Torque rises from 260 to 310 Nm (+50 Nm).
What changes in the Mercedes CLA ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 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 +24 hp with no hardware changes.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 180d (1.5) 116 hp?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 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 Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp?
Stage 2 for the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 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.
What control unit does the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp run?
The control unit of the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp is the Bosch MD1CS006. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Mercedes CLA?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLA 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 Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Mercedes CLA — 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 Mercedes CLA?
The original Mercedes CLA 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 Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Mercedes CLA 180d (1.5) 116 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.