Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp — Stage 1 file (+15 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp
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Chip tuning for Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp ECU
Renault Captur / QM3 (2013 - I) 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance group (Франция, 1899). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 150 to 165 hp (+15 hp, +10%) and torque from 250 to 300 Nm (+50 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental EMS3160, Siemens/Continental EMS3161. 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 2013 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.
The Renault range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles. On Renault turbo petrol engines, Stage 1 delivers a noticeable gain. Renault's petrol range is shared with Nissan and Dacia within the Alliance. Renault Sport RS uses high-output turbo engines for its performance variants.
On Renault petrol engines, Stage 1 delivers a noticeable gain. On older-generation Renault models, Stage 1 is done via OBD without bench. Within the Renault-Nissan Alliance, ECUs are partly standardised, so some files carry over between brands. The Renault community in Eastern Europe offers a large pool of Stage files for dCi engines. Mid-range Renault engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in France.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp?
Stage 1 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp adds +15 hp — power increases from 150 to 165 hp (+10%). Torque rises from 250 to 300 Nm (+50 Nm).
What does a Stage 1 remap of the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp include?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Renault Captur / QM3 is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +15 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Renault Captur / QM3?
Stage 2 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 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 ECUs are found on the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp?
The Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Siemens/Continental EMS3160, Siemens/Continental EMS3161. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Renault Captur / QM3 warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Renault Captur / QM3 does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.
How long does remapping the Renault Captur / QM3 take?
On the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.
Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Renault Captur / QM3?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.
What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Renault Captur / QM3?
Stage 1 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.3 TCE GPF 150 hp is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.