Mercedes-Benz C 180 (1600cc) 156hp Remap

Name: Mercedes-Benz C 180 (1600cc) 156hp ECU Remap
Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Expected gains of +19 BHP and +60 Nm torque

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BHP+19 hp (12%)

Standard

156 hp

Tuned

175 hp

Torque+60 Nm (24%)

Standard

250 Nm

Tuned

310 Nm

Suitability

Moderate (5.5/10)

Gains Profile

Torque-focused

Headroom

Medium

Mercedes-Benz C 180 (1600cc) 156hp ECU Remapping

Considering an ECU remap for your Mercedes-Benz C 180 (1600cc) 156hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this W205 - 2014 - 2018 petrol engine from 156 BHP to 175 BHP and from 250 Nm to 310 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 5.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mercedes-Benz C can achieve.

How this engine compares

84thof 99 Mercedes-Benz C engines by power gain
13%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase

Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.

Assessment

The Mercedes-Benz C 180 (1600cc) 156hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 156 BHP and 250 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 175 BHP and 310 Nm — a gain of around 19 BHP (12%) and 60 Nm (24%).

This engine has moderate remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.

All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method. We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional.

Other C W205 - 2014 - 2018 Engines

Engine	BHP	Gain	Torque	Gain	Score
180 CDI (1600cc) 116hp	116 → 160	+44	280 → 380	+100	Excellent (8.5/10)
180 CDI (2100cc) 120hp	120 → 200	+80	300 → 460	+160	Excellent (8/10)
160 (1.6T) 129hp	129 → 175	+46	210 → 310	+100	Excellent (8/10)
200 CDI (1600cc) 136hp	136 → 165	+29	320 → 390	+70	Excellent (8/10)
200 CDI (2100cc) 136hp	136 → 210	+74	360 → 500	+140	Excellent (8/10)
200d 160hp	160 → 180	+20	360 → 400	+40	Good (6.5/10)
220 CDI 163hp	163 → 220	+57	400 → 500	+100	Good (7.5/10)
220 CDI 170hp	170 → 220	+50	400 → 500	+100	Good (7.5/10)
200 - 184hp	184 → 230	+46	300 → 420	+120	Good (6.5/10)
250 CDI 204hp	204 → 240	+36	500 → 550	+50	Good (6.5/10)
250 - 211hp	211 → 230	+19	350 → 420	+70	Moderate (4.5/10)
300 CDI Hybrid 231hp	231 → 260	+29	550 → 610	+60	Good (6.5/10)
300 - 245hp	245 → 265	+20	370 → 420	+50	Moderate (4.5/10)
350 e Hybrid 279hp	279 → 330	+51	600 → 650	+50	Moderate (4.5/10)
400 - 333hp	333 → 415	+82	480 → 600	+120	Moderate (5.5/10)
43 AMG 367hp	367 → 420	+53	520 → 620	+100	Moderate (5/10)
450 AMG 367hp	367 → 420	+53	520 → 590	+70	Moderate (4.5/10)
63 AMG 476hp	476 → 570	+94	650 → 850	+200	Moderate (5.5/10)
63 AMG S 510hp	510 → 570	+60	700 → 850	+150	Moderate (5/10)

Technical Specifications

Fuel Type: Petrol
Aspiration: Naturally Aspirated
Displacement: 1.6L
Capacity: 1595 CC
Type: Car
Engine Family: Mercedes-benz 1.6L NA Petrol

ECU & Transmission

Likely ECU Low confidence: Petrol ECU (varies by market/year)
Gearbox Low confidence: Transmission varies by trim and market; check manual/automatic type and torque rating.

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MakeMercedes-Benz

ModelC

GenerationW205 - 2014 - 2018

Engine180 (1600cc) 156hp

All figures shown are typical estimates based on aggregated Stage 1 data for this engine variant. Actual results depend on vehicle condition, mileage, and the chosen tuning method.

We recommend discussing your specific vehicle with a qualified remap professional before proceeding.