Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp — Stage 1 file (+63 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp ECU
Mercedes GL (2012 - X166) 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 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 557 to 620 hp (+63 hp, +11%) and torque from 760 to 950 Nm (+190 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 2012 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
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. The Mercedes three-pointed star symbolises dominance on land, at sea and in the air. Mercedes encryption is among the toughest in the industry, especially on modern models. Top AMG engines offer significant potential with a downpipe + intake. AMG is Mercedes's performance division (since 1967), acquired by Mercedes in 1999.
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. Brabus is a premium alternative to AMG for the top models. AMG Performance Studio is Mercedes's in-house tuning studio for bespoke projects. Bench reading is a mandatory procedure for modern AMG models. Top AMG engines sit at the Mercedes power ceiling, and the gain is significant.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp rises from 557 to 620 hp, a gain of 63 hp (+11%). Torque rises from 760 to 950 Nm (+190 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes GL?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 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 +63 hp with no hardware changes.
What does Stage 1 give on the top-spec Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp?
Stage 1 for the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 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 GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
How many ECU variants does the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp have?
The Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 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 GL?
Stage 1 on the Mercedes GL 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 GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Mercedes GL — 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 GL?
The original Mercedes GL 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 GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Mercedes GL 63 AMG (5.5T) (2011) 557 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.