Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp — Stage 1 file (+7 hp)

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Chip tuning for Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp ECU

Toyota 4-Runner (2013) 4.0i V6 273 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Toyota Motor Corporation group (Япония, 1937). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 273 to 280 hp (+7 hp, +3%) and torque from 377 to 390 Nm (+13 Nm). The 2013 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.

GR (Gazoo Racing) is Toyota's performance division (GR Yaris, GR Corolla, GR Supra, GR86). The Toyota GR-series delivers a solid gain from Stage 1 on the turbo engines. Toyota has historically focused on naturally aspirated, high-compression engines. Denso is Toyota's in-house ECU supplier (a locked platform).

The Denso ECU is a locked Toyota platform, and most models do not respond to standard chip tuning. The GR models (Yaris GR, Supra) have a growing tuning culture. Toyota has an active JDM tuning community (GR Supra, GR Yaris, GR86). High-output Toyota GR models sit in the performance segment with solid Stage 1 headroom.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Stage 1 effect on the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp is 7 hp (+3%) over the stock 273 hp, for a total of 280 hp. Torque rises from 377 to 390 Nm (+13 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Toyota 4-Runner?

Stage 1 on the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 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 +7 hp with no hardware changes.

What does Stage 1 give on the powerful Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp?

The high-output Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 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 does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp?

Stage 2 on the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Toyota 4-Runner?

Stage 1 on the Toyota 4-Runner 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 Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Toyota 4-Runner — 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 Toyota 4-Runner?

The original Toyota 4-Runner 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 Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Toyota 4-Runner 4.0i V6 273 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