Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)

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Chip tuning for Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp ECU

Renault Captur / QM3 (2013 - I) 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance group (Франция, 1899). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 90 to 110 hp (+20 hp, +22%) and torque from 220 to 250 Nm (+30 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC17C42. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A diesel built in 2013 — the Tricore ECU era; OBD flash works on most production revisions.

The Renault range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles. Renault was a pioneer of compact common-rail diesels in Europe.

Within the Renault-Nissan Alliance, ECUs are partly standardised, so some files carry over between brands. On older-generation Renault models, Stage 1 is done via OBD without bench. The Renault community in France and Eastern Europe offers a large pool of ready-made Stage files. On naturally aspirated Renault engines, the main effect is on throttle response. Low-output Renault engines are city-segment units; Stage 1 is safe.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower does the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp reach after a remap?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp boosts engine output by 20 hp: from 90 to 110 hp. Torque rises from 220 to 250 Nm (+30 Nm).

What changes in the Renault Captur / QM3 ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 on the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 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.

Is Stage 1 safe for the low-output Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp?

Yes, Stage 1 on the low-output Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp delivers a moderate but genuine gain — without overstressing the hardware. On base naturally aspirated engines the effect is felt mainly as improved throttle response and a stronger mid-range.

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp?

Stage 2 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 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 Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp run?

The control unit of the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp is the Bosch EDC17C42. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Renault Captur / QM3?

Stage 1 on the Renault Captur / QM3 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 Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Renault Captur / QM3 — 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 Renault Captur / QM3?

The original Renault Captur / QM3 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 Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Renault Captur / QM3 1.5 DCI EU5 90 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