Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp — Stage 1 file (+25 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp
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Chip tuning for Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp ECU
Renault Clio (2012 - IV) 1.6 TCE 220 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 220 to 245 hp (+25 hp, +11%) and torque from 280 to 310 Nm (+30 Nm). In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations. The 2012 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
Renault Sport is the performance division that builds RS models and the Megane Sport. 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. TCe is Renault's signature designation for its petrol turbo engines.
The Renault community in France and Eastern Europe offers a large pool of ready-made Stage files. 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. High-output Renault Sport RS models sit in the sports segment, with solid headroom for Stage 1.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp?
The Stage 1 gain for the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp is 25 hp (+11%) over the stock 220 hp, for a total of 245 hp. Torque rises from 280 to 310 Nm (+30 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Renault Clio?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Renault Clio is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +25 hp with no hardware changes.
Is Stage 1 safe on the high-output Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp?
The high-output Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp has a conservative factory calibration aimed at the mass market. Stage 1 unlocks the engine's real potential while turbo and injector life are preserved.
How much does Stage 2 add on the Renault Clio?
Stage 2 on the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What happens to the Renault Clio warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Renault Clio 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 Clio take?
On the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 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 Clio?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 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 Clio?
Stage 1 for the Renault Clio 1.6 TCE 220 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.