Tuning stages · £140
Software-only calibration for a standard vehicle.
A software calibration for vehicles in standard mechanical specification. Includes a pre-work diagnostic check.
Every job starts with a diagnostic check. Suitability for Stage 1 is always confirmed against your specific vehicle before any work is agreed.
Stage 1 is a software-only remap for a vehicle in standard mechanical condition. Nothing is changed on the engine itself: instead, the calibration inside the engine control unit (ECU) is adjusted - for example fuelling, ignition timing and, on turbocharged engines, boost - to make better use of what the engine was built to do.
Turbocharged petrol and diesel engines usually respond best, because the factory calibration often leaves margin for different markets and fuel qualities. Every Stage 1 calibration is matched to your vehicle rather than applied as a one-size-fits-all file.
The right stage depends on your vehicle's condition, specification and what you want from it. A standard vehicle is usually a Stage 1 or Stage 1 Eco candidate; a vehicle with supporting hardware changes may suit Stage 2.
We never assume. Every stage starts with a diagnostic check, and we will tell you plainly if the vehicle needs attention first or if a different option would suit you better.
Every job follows the same careful process:
Stage 1 is £140. The final price for your vehicle is confirmed before any work begins.
Vanguard credit (money off you unlock by levelling up in our community) can be used against this service.
Requesting a booking is free - nothing is booked or charged until the details are agreed with you directly.
What you can expect from us on every job:
With a free Vanguard Tuning account, your vehicles, job history and our diagnostic findings stay together in one place. You can add your vehicle's details before you book, see the progress of your job, and message our team directly from your account.
Our workshop is at 170 Belgrave Gate in Leicester, and we work with drivers within 30 miles of the city, including Loughborough, Coalville, Hinckley, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray, Lutterworth, Wigston. If you are not sure whether we cover your area, just ask.
Any figures we quote are a guide only, not a guarantee. Results depend on the vehicle, its condition, age, mileage, specification, fuel and how it is driven. We will talk through realistic expectations for your vehicle before any work starts.
A remap that keeps all emissions equipment fitted and working should not by itself cause an MOT failure. Options that remove or alter emissions systems are different and can make a vehicle fail or be illegal on the road.
Yes. A remap is a modification and most insurers require you to declare it. Speak to your insurer before booking so you know how it affects your policy.
It can. Manufacturers may decline warranty claims they link to modifications. If your vehicle is still under warranty, check your terms before booking.
We connect to your vehicle, read any stored fault codes, review live data from the engine and its sensors, and record the results against your vehicle record. You get a clear explanation of what we found and what we recommend next.
No. The online booking form sends us a request only. Our team contacts you to confirm suitability, price and a time, and nothing is booked or charged until that is agreed with you directly.
It depends on the vehicle and the work agreed. We give you an estimate when we confirm your booking, and we allow enough time for the diagnostic check so it is never rushed.
Any power or economy figures mentioned for this service are a guide only, not a guarantee - see our terms and conditions.
Request this service, ask a question first, call 0330 223 8272, or see all services.