Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp — Stage 1 file (+30 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp ECU
Mercedes GLA (2013 - X156) 220 CDI (2.1) 170 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 170 to 200 hp (+30 hp, +18%) and torque from 350 to 420 Nm (+70 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Delphi CPC2, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen1, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen2, Delphi CRD3. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 4 configurations · 4 ECU variants. The 2013 generation — mid-generation diesels on the EDC17 platform with OBD reading support and no need for Bench.
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 diesel engines are fitted to passenger cars and commercial vehicles. BlueTEC is Mercedes's proprietary exhaust after-treatment system with an SCR catalyst and AdBlue. Mid-range Mercedes diesels are a mainstream chip tuning subject in both the commercial and passenger-car segments.
Stage 1 on Mercedes often requires refreshing the adaptations after the flash. Mid-range Mercedes engines are a premium segment with a conservative factory calibration, and Stage 1 preserves engine life. 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp rises from 170 to 200 hp, a gain of 30 hp (+18%). Torque rises from 350 to 420 Nm (+70 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Mercedes GLA?
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 +30 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the risk of Stage 1 on the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp?
A remap of the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 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 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp?
Stage 2 on the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which control units is the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp built with?
The Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp comes with 4 ECU variants: Delphi CPC2, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen1, Bosch VGS2-FDCT gen2, Delphi CRD3. 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 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp cost?
The remap price for the Mercedes GLA 220 CDI (2.1) 170 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.