Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp — Stage 1 file (+5 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp
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Chip tuning for Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp ECU
Renault Kadjar (2018 - I (II)) 1.3 TCE GPF 160 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 160 to 165 hp (+5 hp, +3%) and torque from 260 to 300 Nm (+40 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental EMS3160. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A modern petrol engine built in 2018 — a generation with encrypted ECU protection (Tricore TPROT); top engines require Bench.
Renault is the core of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance (formed in 1999 and expanded in 2016). Modern Renault Sport models usually require specialised tooling. Renault Sport RS uses high-output turbo engines for its performance variants. On Renault turbo petrol engines, Stage 1 delivers a noticeable gain.
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 modern Renault models, Bench is often needed for the top models. 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
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp rises from 160 to 165 hp, a gain of 5 hp (+3%). Torque rises from 260 to 300 Nm (+40 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Renault Kadjar?
Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Renault Kadjar with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +5 hp with no hardware changes.
What is the risk of Stage 1 on the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp?
A remap of the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 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 Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp?
Stage 2 on the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What ECU platform does the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp use?
The Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp is fitted with the Siemens/Continental EMS3160 ECU. The read method depends on the unit's protection: OBD, Bench via BDM, or Boot mode.
Does the factory warranty of the Renault Kadjar remain valid after Stage 1?
After remapping the Renault Kadjar, 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 Kadjar?
Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Renault Kadjar. 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 Kadjar?
Before Stage 1 the original of the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.
How much does chip tuning the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp cost?
The remap price for the Renault Kadjar 1.3 TCE GPF 160 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.