Mercedes-Benz C Class (W204) 2012-2013 C180 BlueEFF 153bhp Stage 1 Eco remap figures
The Stage 1 Eco map for the Mercedes-Benz C Class C180 BlueEFF 153bhp (2012-2013): 181bhp and 293Nm expected from a standard 153bhp and 250Nm, up to +28bhp and +43Nm. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain (Stage 1 is 190bhp and 297Nm) 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 | 153 bhp | 181 bhp | +28 bhp |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm | +43 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 153 bhp | 250 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 190 bhp | 297 Nm | +37 bhp +47 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 181 bhp | 293 Nm | +28 bhp +43 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 178 bhp | 291 Nm | +25 bhp +41 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 190bhp and 297Nm (+37bhp, +47Nm). The Stage 1 Eco keeps about 76% of that power gain and 91% of the torque gain, so you get 181bhp and 293Nm: 9bhp less and 4Nm 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 153bhp and 250Nm.
What this means for your C Class
Without a turbocharger the improvement comes from ignition, fuelling and throttle mapping rather than boost, so expect a smaller but still noticeable change in response.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Bosch MED17.7. We read the ECU on your car and compare it with the software listed here before any work starts, so you know what to expect before you commit.
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 C180 BlueEFF 153bhp?
We expect 181bhp and 293Nm against 153bhp and 250Nm as standard: up to +28bhp and +43Nm. 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 190bhp and 297Nm. Stage 1 Eco gives 9bhp less and 4Nm 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 (181bhp and 293Nm) and still care about running costs. Choose the Eco map (178bhp and 291Nm) 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.
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