Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp — Stage 1 file (+23 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp ECU
Mercedes G (2000 - W463-II) 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 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 507 to 530 hp (+23 hp, +5%) and torque from 700 to 820 Nm (+120 Nm). ECU — Bosch ME2.8.1. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 2000 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.
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 is the performance division of Mercedes (since 1967), building engines on the 'one man, one engine' principle in Affalterbach. Top AMG engines offer significant potential with a downpipe + intake. AMG is Mercedes's performance division (since 1967), acquired by Mercedes in 1999. The Mercedes petrol range spans compacts, premium saloons, SUVs, roadsters and AMG flagships.
Mercedes is one of the most protected brands in the chip tuning industry in terms of encryption. The Mercedes community in Europe has a large pool of available Stage files for the standard models. AMG engines confidently reach Stage 2 with a downpipe + intake. 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. AMG Performance Studio is Mercedes's in-house tuning studio for bespoke projects.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp adds +23 hp — power increases from 507 to 530 hp (+5%). Torque rises from 700 to 820 Nm (+120 Nm).
What does a Stage 1 remap of the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp include?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 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 +23 hp with no hardware changes.
What does Stage 1 give on the top-spec Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp?
On the top-spec Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp engine, Stage 1 is the starting point before Stage 2 with a downpipe, intake and a larger intercooler. The mass-market factory calibration leaves substantial headroom for an aggressive software tune.
How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp?
Stage 2 for the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 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 G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp run?
The control unit of the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp is the Bosch ME2.8.1. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Mercedes G?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes G 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 G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Mercedes G — 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 G?
The original Mercedes G 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 G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Mercedes G 55 AMG (5.5k) 507 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.