Mercedes-Benz C Class (W203) 2001-2006 C320 218bhp Stage 1 Eco remap figures
The Stage 1 Eco map for the Mercedes-Benz C Class C320 218bhp (2001-2006): 238bhp and 340Nm expected from a standard 218bhp and 311Nm, up to +20bhp and +29Nm. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain (Stage 1 is 245bhp and 343Nm) and is tuned with economy in mind: the choice if you want the performance and care what each tank costs.
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Stage 1 Eco remap figures
Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain, so the car still pulls well, but the map is shaped for efficient, relaxed driving rather than flat-out output. It is above the standard figures. We don't quote mpg, because economy depends on the car and how it is driven.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 218 bhp | 238 bhp | +20 bhp |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm | +29 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 218 bhp | 311 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 245 bhp | 343 Nm | +27 bhp +32 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 238 bhp | 340 Nm | +20 bhp +29 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 236 bhp | 339 Nm | +18 bhp +28 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 Eco map for?
- Naturally aspirated owners who want a little more response and a more efficient, relaxed drive. Every map we list stays above standard.
- Drivers who want the small gain on offer without chasing peak output.
- Anyone who would otherwise take the full Stage 1 map but wants it tuned with economy in mind.
How Stage 1 Eco compares with Stage 1
Full Stage 1 on this Mercedes-Benz C Class is expected to give 245bhp and 343Nm (+27bhp, +32Nm). The Stage 1 Eco keeps about 74% of that power gain and 91% of the torque gain, so you get 238bhp and 340Nm: 7bhp less and 3Nm less than Stage 1, with the map shaped for efficient, relaxed driving, so it suits you if you want the pull and care about running costs. Both sit above the standard 218bhp and 311Nm.
What this means for your C Class
Naturally aspirated petrol engines have no boost to raise, so gains from software alone are more modest than on a turbocharged car and come from fuelling, ignition and throttle response.
This car is listed with a Bosch ME2.8 engine control unit. Older engine management is simpler to work with, but age matters: worn sensors, leaks and tired components can hold back what a remap delivers, which is why we run a diagnostic check first.
We remap at our Belgrave Gate workshop in Leicester, or at your home or work within 30 miles, and every job starts with a diagnostic check.
Please note: these are expected figures, not guarantees. Real results vary with the condition of the vehicle, the ECU software version, fuel quality and the hardware fitted. Some options - including Stage 2 and anything that needs extra hardware - are for off-road or competition use only. We check every vehicle first and confirm what is achievable before any work starts.
Figures reviewed 22 October 2026.
Stage 1 Eco questions
How much power does the Stage 1 Eco map give the Mercedes-Benz C Class C320 218bhp?
We expect 238bhp and 340Nm against 218bhp and 311Nm as standard: up to +20bhp and +29Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
How does Stage 1 Eco differ from Stage 1 on this engine?
Full Stage 1 is expected to give 245bhp and 343Nm. Stage 1 Eco gives 7bhp less and 3Nm less, in exchange for a map shaped with economy in mind. It still sits above the standard figures.
Is Stage 1 Eco or the Eco map better for me?
Choose Stage 1 Eco if you want the performance (238bhp and 340Nm) and still care about running costs. Choose the Eco map (236bhp and 339Nm) if economy matters more than pace.
Will the Stage 1 Eco map save fuel?
It is tuned with economy in mind while keeping most of the Stage 1 performance. We do not quote mpg figures, because economy depends on the car, its condition and how it is driven.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
More Mercedes-Benz C Class figures
Other petrol variants
- C230K 192bhp 2001-2006
- C240 170bhp 2001-2006
- C200K 163bhp 2001-2006
- C180K 143bhp 2001-2006
- C180 129bhp 2001-2006
- C32 AMG 354bhp 2001-2006
- 55 AMG 367bhp 2004-2006
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