Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)

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Chip tuning for Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp ECU

Peugeot 208 (2015) 1.6 THP 208 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 1810). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 208 to 228 hp (+20 hp, +10%) and torque from 300 to 360 Nm (+60 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.4.4, Bosch MEVD17.4.4. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A petrol engine built in 2015 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.

The Peugeot range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, crossovers and commercial vehicles. Peugeot is a French carmaker founded in 1810, the oldest automotive brand in France. Peugeot is part of the Stellantis group (formerly PSA). On high-output Peugeot Sport GTi models, Stage 1 delivers a confident gain. Peugeot's petrol range is shared with Citroen and Opel within Stellantis. The Peugeot Sport GTi models are sporty variants powered by turbo engines.

With supporting hardware, the Peugeot Sport GTi confidently reaches Stage 2. On older-generation Peugeot models, Stage 1 is done via OBD without bench. Within Stellantis, ECUs are standardised, so Peugeot files often work on Citroen/Opel/DS. High-output Peugeot Sport GTi models sit in the sports segment, with solid headroom for Stage 1.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp?

Stage 1 for the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp adds +20 hp — power increases from 208 to 228 hp (+10%). Torque rises from 300 to 360 Nm (+60 Nm).

What does a Stage 1 remap of the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp include?

Stage 1 on the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 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 +20 hp with no hardware changes.

What does Stage 1 give on the powerful Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp?

Stage 1 on the powerful Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp “lifts” the factory limiters with no hardware changes. The gain is noticeable in the mid and upper range. There is headroom left for moving to Stage 2 (downpipe + intake + intercooler).

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp?

Stage 2 for the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 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.

How many ECU variants does the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp have?

The Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp has 2 ECU variants: Bosch MED17.4.4, Bosch MEVD17.4.4. 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 Peugeot 208?

Stage 1 on the Peugeot 208 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 Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Peugeot 208 — 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 Peugeot 208?

The original Peugeot 208 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 Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Peugeot 208 1.6 THP 208 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.

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