Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp
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Chip tuning for Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp ECU
Peugeot 508 (2018) 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Stellantis group (Франция, 1810). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 225 to 245 hp (+20 hp, +9%) and torque from 300 to 345 Nm (+45 Nm). ECU — Bosch MG1CS042. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A 2018 petrol engine — the latest era of encrypted firmware; OBD access is available on production units, Bench on sport models.
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). The Peugeot Sport GTi models are sporty variants powered by turbo engines. On high-output Peugeot Sport GTi models, Stage 1 delivers a confident gain. PureTech is Peugeot's signature designation for its petrol turbo engines.
Within Stellantis, ECUs are standardised, so Peugeot files often work on Citroen/Opel/DS. The Peugeot community in France offers a large pool of Stage files. With supporting hardware, the Peugeot Sport GTi confidently reaches Stage 2. High-output Peugeot Sport GTi models sit in the sports segment, with solid headroom for Stage 1.
Frequently asked questions
What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp boosts engine output by 20 hp: from 225 to 245 hp. Torque rises from 300 to 345 Nm (+45 Nm).
What changes in the Peugeot 508 ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 on the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 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 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp?
Stage 1 on the powerful Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 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 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp?
Stage 2 for the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 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.
What control unit does the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp run?
The control unit of the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp is the Bosch MG1CS042. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Peugeot 508?
Stage 1 on the Peugeot 508 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 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Peugeot 508 — 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 508?
The original Peugeot 508 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 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Peugeot 508 1.6 THP PureTech GPF 225 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.