Mercedes-Benz CLS (C257) 2018> CLS350d 281bhp remap figures
Thinking of remapping a Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS350d 281bhp? The standard car makes 281bhp and 601Nm; with a Stage 1 remap from our Leicester workshop we expect around 403bhp and 854Nm, up to +122bhp and +253Nm.
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Stage 1 remap figures
A Stage 1 remap is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car. It needs no extra parts, which makes it the usual starting point.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 281 bhp | 403 bhp | +122 bhp |
| Torque | 601 Nm | 854 Nm | +253 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 281 bhp | 601 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 403 bhp | 854 Nm | +122 bhp +253 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 373 bhp | 834 Nm | +92 bhp +233 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 363 bhp | 821 Nm | +82 bhp +220 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want stronger pulling power for overtaking, hills and towing, with no parts to fit.
- Daily and motorway drivers who want the engine to feel less strained at cruising speed.
- Anyone who wants the biggest software-only change we list for this engine.
What this means for your CLS
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
Engine management is by a Bosch MD1CP001 unit. Newer ECUs often protect their software, so we read the exact unit and version on the car before confirming the figures on this page.
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 questions
How much power does the Stage 1 map give the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS350d 281bhp?
We expect 403bhp and 854Nm against 281bhp and 601Nm as standard: up to +122bhp and +253Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
Does a Stage 1 remap need any extra parts on the Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS350d 281bhp?
No. Stage 1 is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car.
Is there a gentler map than Stage 1 for this engine?
Yes, two. Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind: 373bhp and 834Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 363bhp and 821Nm. Both still sit above the standard 281bhp and 601Nm.
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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