Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp — Stage 1 file (+55 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp ECU
Mercedes CLS (2010 - C218) 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp — premium petrol 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 525 to 580 hp (+55 hp, +10%) and torque from 700 to 900 Nm (+200 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.7.1, Bosch MED17.7.3, Siemens/Continental VGSx-NAG2. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 3 configurations · 3 ECU variants. The 2010 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
The Mercedes three-pointed star symbolises dominance on land, at sea and in the air. 4MATIC all-wheel drive is Mercedes' signature system, fitted to most models. The Mercedes-Benz Group AG (Daimler AG until 2022) comprises Mercedes-Benz, AMG, Maybach, Smart and the EQ line. The Mercedes petrol range spans compacts, premium saloons, SUVs, roadsters and AMG flagships. Brabus is an independent Mercedes tuning house specialising in top-model upgrades. The factory calibration on Mercedes petrol engines is conservative, leaving headroom for Stage 1.
On Mercedes up to the recent generation, Stage 1 OBD flash is available. AMG engines confidently reach Stage 2 with a downpipe + intake. Mercedes is one of the most protected brands in the chip tuning industry in terms of encryption. Bench reading is a mandatory procedure for modern AMG models. Top AMG engines sit at the Mercedes power ceiling, and the gain is significant. AMG engines are a well-known base once hardware is added (downpipe + intake + intercooler). Brabus is a premium alternative to AMG for the top models.
Frequently asked questions
How many horsepower does the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp reach after a remap?
After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp rises from 525 to 580 hp, a gain of 55 hp (+10%). Torque rises from 700 to 900 Nm (+200 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes CLS?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 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 +55 hp with no hardware changes.
What does Stage 1 give on the top-spec Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 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 does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
How many ECU variants does the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp have?
The Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp has 3 ECU variants: Bosch MED17.7.1, Bosch MED17.7.3, Siemens/Continental VGSx-NAG2. Before flashing you need to read the specific unit — calibration is done for the exact hardware/software.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Mercedes CLS?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes CLS 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 CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Mercedes CLS — 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 CLS?
The original Mercedes CLS 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 CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Mercedes CLS 63 AMG (5.5T) 525 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.