Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp — Stage 1 file (+43 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp ECU
Mercedes CLS (2018 - C257) 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 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 457 to 500 hp (+43 hp, +9%) and torque from 520 to 600 Nm (+80 Nm). ECU — Bosch MG1CP002. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A modern petrol engine built in 2018 — a generation with encrypted ECU protection (Tricore TPROT); top engines require Bench.
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. AMG Performance Studio is the factory tuning studio for bespoke work. Mercedes encryption is among the toughest in the industry, especially on modern models. Top AMG engines offer significant potential with a downpipe + intake.
The Mercedes community in Europe has a large pool of available Stage files for the standard models. Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. On modern Mercedes, the encryption requires specialised Bench tools. 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 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp reach after a remap?
The Stage 1 gain for the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp is 43 hp (+9%) over the stock 457 hp, for a total of 500 hp. Torque rises from 520 to 600 Nm (+80 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Mercedes CLS?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes CLS with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +43 hp with no hardware changes.
Does Stage 1 make sense on the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp with this much power?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 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.
What is Stage 2 for the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What ECU platform does the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp use?
The Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp is fitted with the Bosch MG1CP002 ECU. The read method depends on the unit's protection: OBD, Bench via BDM, or Boot mode.
Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes CLS remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Mercedes CLS, 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 CLS?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes CLS. 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 CLS?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp cost?
The remap price for the Mercedes CLS 53 AMG (3.0T) 457 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.