Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp — Stage 1 file (+39 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp
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Chip tuning for Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp ECU
Mercedes GLC (2023 - X254) 400e 381 hp — premium hybrid 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 381 to 420 hp (+39 hp, +10%) and torque from 650 to 700 Nm (+50 Nm).
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. Full-EV Mercedes keep the inverter and BMS locked, so traditional chip tuning does not apply. 48V MHEV with EQ Boost is a mild hybrid sharing its ECU with the non-MHEV version. On a Mercedes PHEV, the ICE part is tuned just like a pure combustion engine.
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. The AMG community is active in Germany, but the protection is the toughest in the industry, so Stage 1 on AMG usually requires Bench. 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 GLC 400e 381 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp boosts engine output by 39 hp: from 381 to 420 hp. Torque rises from 650 to 700 Nm (+50 Nm).
What changes in the Mercedes GLC ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Mercedes GLC with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +39 hp with no hardware changes.
Does Stage 1 make sense on the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp with this much power?
On the top-spec Mercedes GLC 400e 381 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.
What is Stage 2 for the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp?
Stage 2 for the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 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.
Does the factory warranty of the Mercedes GLC remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Mercedes GLC, 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 GLC?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Mercedes GLC. 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 GLC?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp cost?
The remap price for the Mercedes GLC 400e 381 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.