Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)

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Chip tuning for Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp ECU

Mercedes GLA (2013 - X156) 180 CDI (1.5) 110 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 110 to 130 hp (+20 hp, +18%) and torque from 250 to 300 Nm (+50 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SID307, Siemens/Continental SID310. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A diesel built in 2013 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.

Maybach is Mercedes's ultra-luxury sub-brand. Mercedes-Benz is the world's oldest carmaker, founded in 1926 by the merger of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie. The Mercedes slogan is 'Das Beste oder nichts' ('The best or nothing'). Mercedes diesels have long been known for legendary reliability, with German taxi fleets running to million-kilometre mileages. Mercedes pioneered CDI (Common-rail Direct Injection) technology on passenger-car diesels, in series production since 1997. Mercedes diesels have long been popular with the German police and taxi services.

On Mercedes up to the recent generation, Stage 1 OBD flash is available. 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. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower does the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp reach after a remap?

Stage 1 for the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp adds +20 hp — power increases from 110 to 130 hp (+18%). Torque rises from 250 to 300 Nm (+50 Nm).

What does a Stage 1 remap of the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp include?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes GLA with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.

What is the risk of Stage 1 on the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp?

A remap of the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp is safe — the factory calibration in this mid-range class is conservative, leaving genuine headroom for Stage 1 with no hardware changes.

What is Stage 2 for the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp?

Stage 2 for the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 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.

Which control units is the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp built with?

The Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp comes with 2 ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SID307, Siemens/Continental SID310. Calibration is done for the specific unit after the revision is identified.

Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes GLA remain valid after Stage 1?

After remapping the Mercedes GLA, 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 GLA?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes GLA. 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 GLA?

Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp cost?

The remap price for the Mercedes GLA 180 CDI (1.5) 110 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.

Last updated: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno