Considering an ECU remap for your Mercedes-Benz CLK 430 - 279hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this W208 - 1997 - 2002 petrol engine from 279 BHP to 300 BHP and from 400 Nm to 425 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 3.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Mercedes-Benz CLK can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Mercedes-Benz CLK 430 - 279hp is a 4.3L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 279 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 300 BHP and 425 Nm — a gain of around 21 BHP (8%) and 25 Nm (6%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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.
| Engine |
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| BHP |
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| Gain |
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| Torque |
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| Gain |
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| Score |
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| 200 K 163hp | 163 → 175 | +12 | 230 → 245 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 270 CDI 163hp | 163 → 200 | +37 | 370 → 450 | +80 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 230 K 193hp | 193 → 204 | +11 | 280 → 295 | +15 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 320 - 218hp | 218 → 230 | +12 | 310 → 330 | +20 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 55 AMG 347hp | 347 → 367 | +20 | 510 → 535 | +25 | Limited (3.5/10) |
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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.
