Often regarded as the nemesis of BMW - Mercedes tuning and modifcation has been made a household name through the likes of AMG, Brabus etc. Most of the models, such as E63S, C63S come readily equipped from the factory with fuel pumps and hardware capable of handing more power!
Some vehicles can see HUGE increases in power from just an ECU tune, some models can take a little more to eek out the extra power!
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Stage 1 tuning for Mercedes:
- Upgraded panel filter, or full induction kit
- Optional upgraded cat-back or GPF/OPF back (if applicable)
- Stage 1 ECU tune
Stage 2 tuning for Mercedes:
- Stage 2 ECU tune
- Custom TCU tune (for automatic transmissions)
- Downpipe upgraded (Sports-cat or De-cat)
- Upgraded cat-back, or OPF/GPF back (if applicable)
- Upgraded intercooler (some models may not need this)
- Upgraded panel filter(s) or induction kit
Stage 3 tuning for Mercedes:
- Stage 3 ECU tune
- All Stage 2 related hardware listed above
- Forged engine and/or engine reinforcement may be needed at this level
- Hybrid turbo(s), or full frame turbo(s) dependent on goals and power level
- Fuel pumps and/or additional AUX items may be needed
*Please check with your individual tuner as to the specific parts needed for YOUR car, each car is individual, this tuning guide is a guideline, and indicative only.