Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp — Stage 1 file (+15 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp
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Chip tuning for Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp ECU
Renault Clio (2012 - IV) 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 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 120 to 135 hp (+15 hp, +12%) and torque from 190 to 230 Nm (+40 Nm). The 2012 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
The Renault range covers compacts, saloons, SUVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles. TCe is Renault's signature designation for its petrol turbo engines. On Renault turbo petrol engines, Stage 1 delivers a noticeable gain. Renault's petrol range is shared with Nissan and Dacia within the Alliance.
The Renault community in France and Eastern Europe offers a large pool of ready-made Stage files. On Renault petrol engines, Stage 1 delivers a noticeable gain. On older-generation Renault models, Stage 1 is done via OBD without bench. Mid-range Renault engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in France. The Renault community in Eastern Europe offers a large pool of Stage files for dCi engines.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp rises from 120 to 135 hp, a gain of 15 hp (+12%). Torque rises from 190 to 230 Nm (+40 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Renault Clio?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Renault Clio with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +15 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the risk of Stage 1 on the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp?
A remap of the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp is safe — the factory calibration in this mid-range class is conservative, leaving genuine headroom for Stage 1 with no hardware changes.
What is Stage 2 for the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp?
Stage 2 on the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Does the factory warranty of the Renault Clio remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Renault Clio, 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 Renault Clio?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp cost?
The remap price for the Renault Clio 1.2 TCE (2012) 120 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.