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Tap into the true potential of your BMW’s power plant in order to increase power and torque.

+30% HP1 +30% Nm1 All about chip tuning

Better fuel economy

Save money and natural resources with RaceChip in your BMW.

  • More torque = earlier upshifts = reduced fuel consumption = lower costs
15percent fuel
saving1 Save up to 400 EUR per year and more 2
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Up to 2 years comprehensive warranty on the engine 3, 5 years product warranty.

  • Improvements always within the engine’s power reserves
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RaceChip is the market leader:

  • 100,000 units sold each year
  • Multiple test winner
  • 100 car enthusiast employees

Why RaceChip outperforms ECU remaps

  • Plug & Play in
    10 minutes

    Plug & Play in 10 Minutes

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    Easy DIY installation within 10 min. No mechanical knowledge or special tools are required. In contrast, the process of remapping is very time consuming and may damage the ECU.

  • All Power
    Reserves activated

    All Power reserves activated

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    RaceChip as well as remapping use software to get the best performance out of the hardware (engine). If durability is relevant, the results are usually the same, because they are only limited by the available power reserves.

  • Fine-Tuning also
    after Installation

    Fine-Tuning also after Installation

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    If you want, you can further adjust the individual software to your needs after installation e.g. via the RaceChip Smartphone App. Remaps are set in stone and not adjustable.

  • Two Engine
    Protection Systems

    Two Engine Protection Systems

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    Manufacturers protection mechanisms remain functional, plus additional RaceChip Engine Protection System. Remaps may overwrite or change manufacturers protection mechanisms.

  • Safe Engine
    Warranty

    Safe Engine Warranty

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    RaceChip products comprise an engine warranty of up to 2 years. Moreover, the manufacturer’s engine hardware remains unaltered. Remapping leads to a loss of the manufacturer’s warranty.

  • Easy Reset to
    Factory Setting

    Easy Reset to Factory Setting

    RaceChip

    Remapping

    In contrast to remapping, a RaceChip can be removed in a few minutes (e.g. before a service) in order to reset the car to the factory setting. Our tuning can’t be overwritten during a service. It can be reprogrammed and transferred to another car.

 

Plug & Play in 10 Minutes

RaceChip

Easy DIY installation within 10 min. No mechanical knowledge or special tools are required. RaceChip works right out of the box.

Remapping

The process of remapping is very time consuming and may damage the ECU, if done wrong.

All Power reserves activated

RaceChip

Uses software to get the best performance out of the hardware (engine). RaceChip utilizes power reserves smart and efficiently and can’t be outperformed by remapping in most dimensions.

Remapping

Also limited by the power reserves, if durability is relevant. Power upgrades by 40% are castles in the air without exchanging components or harming your car in the long run.

Fine-Tuning also after Installation

RaceChip

A RaceChip is programmed specifically for your engine. On top, you can fine-tune the settings after installation, if required (e.g. your specific engine variants slightly).

Remapping

Remaps may (but not have to) take standard factory model variations into account. Though, after installation they are set in stone and can’t be adjusted to your individual needs later on.

Two Engine Protection Systems

RaceChip

Manufacturers protection mechanisms remain functional, plus additional RaceChip Engine Protection System. This ensures maximum safety and longevity of your car.

Remapping

Manufacturers protection mechanisms can get overwritten. This e.g. leads to your engine not detecting overheating or too much pressure anymore. I.e. wear and tear are increased above an acceptable level.

Safe Engine Warranty

RaceChip

RaceChip products comprise an engine warranty of up to 2 years, which covers all relevant engine components. Moreover, the manufacturer’s engine hardware remains unaltered.

Remapping

Remapping is detected during a normal service, which definitely leads to a loss of the manufacturers’ engine warranty. Most remappers do not offer a warranty on your engine.

Easy Reset to Factory Setting

RaceChip

Easy removal within a few minutes (e.g. before a service) in order to reset the car to the factory setting. Our tuning can’t be overwritten during a service. It can be reprogrammed and transferred to another car.

Remapping

Removal is difficult and will remain detectable (manufacturers’ ECU counts each flash). Moreover, a remap may be overwritten during the service of your car.

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RaceChip chip tuning for almost all BMW models and engines

See what power reserves you could utilise in your BMW.

(1)Possible improvement 2 BMW 740i and 30,000 km per year 3 Engine warranty availability.

 

Your BMW still has power in reserve.

Tap into its full potential with RaceChip.

Why do different BMW engines sometimes have such different outputs – despite having the same cubic capacity? Because in today's BMWs, the main difference between the engines is the software – not the hardware. Our engine tuning products use the same principle.

With RaceChip engine tuning parts, your BMW will often have more engine power than the next up the BMW range. At a fraction of the cost.

DRIVE SMART WITH RACECHIP GTS:
+68 HP EUR 6,600 SAVINGS

(1) The values displayed here are based on the BMW 5 Series (F10) 3.0l turbo diesel engine with 258 HP and 313 HP as stock.

Even more joy with your BMW

A joy to drive with RaceChip

The Bavarian brand with the unmistakable blue and white logo is internationally renowned for its dynamics, agility, sportiness, and the pure joy one feels when driving it. With RaceChip and BMW, two automobile companies come together who deep within their brands stand for a one-of-a-kind driving experience – which makes for an ideal combination. You can experience the joy of driving a BMW on a whole new level with chip tuning modules from RaceChip.


BMW earned its unique reputation primarily through sports engines that are reliable even at their limits. BMW combines accomplished turbocharger technology with the latest injection technologies for high performance and efficiency. Nevertheless, even BMW engines offer incredible power reserves and are far from their performance optimum in standard factory condition. That's exactly where RaceChip comes in. With our engine tuning you can tap into your BMW's power reserves and enjoy your engine's potential on a whole new level.


RaceChip offers performance improvement with our chip tuning for almost all BMW models. Whether saloon, coupé or convertible, Touring, Gran Coupeé or Gran Tourismo, X, Z or M, we surely have something available for you.


Electronic performance improvement

Experience the joy of driving on the next level with RaceChip – that's how a BMW should drive!


RaceChip chip tuning for your BMW offers you the latest method of electronic performance improvement. A highly sophisticated and individually programmed auxiliary device is installed between the engine control unit and the sensors – a type of mini-computer with optimization software developed especially for your BMW engine. This software optimizes the electronic signals that control the engine, enabling up to 30% more power (HP) and up to 30% more torque (Nm).


With our technological approach to engine tuning, we follow the same principle of electronic performance improvement that BMW itself uses to differentiate models with an identical engine block. For example, BMW today offers the 3 series BMW (F30) in a wide range of performance levels from 116 HP to 218 HP based on a 2-liter diesel engine with identical bore and idle stroke. These are primarily generated by adjustments to the electronics.


BMW designs its engines in such a way that they allow for a wide performance range, and even the highest motorisation models still possess considerable thermal and mechanical power reserves. RaceChip performance improvement always works within these reserves, and the engine protection system in your BMW remains active at all times.


Experience the famed joy of driving in your BMW in a completely new way. More power, more dynamics, more fun.

No matter which BMW you drive, whether turbo-diesel, turbo-petrol engine or ActiveHybrid, with RaceChip chip tuning you'll enjoy a more intense drive every time. Here are just a few of many examples:


With regard to the 20 d engines in the current series (no matter whether the BMW 5 series, 3 series or 1 series), you can always surpass BMW's next-highest model with diesel tuning from RaceChip. In this way the optimized performance of 235 HP in your 320d with the Pro 2 from RaceChip easily beats the 325d with standard 218 HP – offering much more attractive value for money.


With turbo diesel tuning from RaceChip Ultimate, the 25d (like in the 525 d or 325 d) really shows what it's got – with impressive acceleration and more power in every driving situation. The 218 HP version with 450 Nm torque gets boosted to 279 HP and a full 576 Nm torque with RaceChip Ultimate.


The BMW 535i, which features a standard twin turbo 6-cylinder with 306 HP and 400 Nm, experiences performance improvement with RaceChip Ultimate for a spectacular 394 HP and 512 Nm – performance data that suits this premium vehicle well.


Even the “smaller” BMW 535d turbo diesel has get-up-and-go with a standard 299 HP and 600 Nm. After 10-15 minutes of DIY installation, the RaceChip Pro 2 provides 390 HP and 700 Nm for more fun on the streets.


We also have something in store for price-conscious chip tuners. The BMW 118d with 143 HP will easily reach 181 HP and 386 Nm with our starter chip, the RaceChip One, offering you real driving pleasure.


With RaceChip Ultimate, a BMW X5 with xDrive 40d and standard 313 HP shreds its sluggish image and becomes an irresistible road warrior with 411 HP. This heavy SUV becomes an agile all-rounder for any driving situation. Plus, if you want to pull a trailer or go off-roading, then you'll really appreciate the supreme 737 Nm RaceChip unlocks.


RaceChip can even tap into power reserves of top models like the BMW M6—and in a big way. RaceChip Ultimate catapults these modern 4.4 liter V8 turbocharged petrol engines from 560 HP and 680 Nm to more than 635 HP and 815 Nm. As far as driving goes, the Gran Tourismo becomes a racy sports car. You'll only find a few vehicles that can compare with it. When it comes to power as well as quality, RaceChip motor tuning is at least on par with prominent BMW tuners like AC Schnitzer. However, you'll always get the RaceChip package at unbeatable value for money.


Summer 2014: it's not even on the market and it's already optimized at RaceChip – the new BMW M4 coupé with BiTurbo and standard 431 HP V6 (the same power train is also used in the M3 saloon). With RaceChip Ultimate, the M3 and M4 become powerhouses with an overtake guarantee at 484 HP. Read this article about the development of our power increase for the new BMW M4.


Now it's up to you

Further below on this page you'll find an overview of RaceChip chip tuning products for BMW. Choose your vehicle from our vehicle selection tool and you will immediately see how much potential awaits in your BMW. With just a few clicks you can put together the optimization package for your BMW in our online shop, and perhaps by tomorrow you'll be holding a RaceChip specially designed for your engine. It's easy to order directly online, install the RaceChip yourself in just 10-15 minutes, and experience your BMW like never before.

The premium chip. Phenomenal performance and quality.
+30% HP1 +30% Nm1
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Premium components Up to 15% fuel savings 2-year engine warranty
(up to 5,000 EUR) 1x re-programming
if you change your car Optional (+50 EUR)
App control

Your performance pack

2-year engine warranty
(up to 10,000 EUR) Warm-up timer 2x re-programming
if you change your car

RaceChip Pro 2

The bestseller. High performance and complete safety.
+25% HP1 +25% Nm1
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Pro-components Up to 15% fuel savings 1-year engine warranty
(up to 5,000 EUR) 99 EUR per re-programming
if you change your car

RaceChip One

The base chip. Solid performance and high quality.
+20% HP1 +20% Nm1
from R3300
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Base components Up to 15% fuel savings

(1) The figures quoted showing power and torque increases are index values, i.e. the real figures may be higher or lower.

Base components

2-year product warranty


Software:

  • Version 1.18 of the vehicle-specific optimisation software
  • Software performance parameters selectable via rotary control
  • Engine Protect System

Hardware:

  • Basic D-sub connector
  • Circuit board protected against water with nano coating

Dimensions in cm:

  • L: 6.1 x W: 6.8 x H: 2.5
 

Pro-components

5-year product warranty


Software:

  • Version 1.18 of the vehicle-specific optimisation software
  • Software performance parameters selectable via rotary control
  • Engine Protect System

Hardware:

  • Pro grade FCI connector
  • Circuit board protected against water with nano coating
  • Heat-resistant

Dimensions in cm:

  • L: 9.2 × W: 10.4 × H: 3.6
 

Premium components

5-year product warranty


Software:

  • Version 2.0 of the vehicle-specific optimisation software
  • Software performance parameters selectable via Digital User Interface or optionally via RaceChip app on your smartphone
  • Engine Protect system +

Hardware:

  • Pro grade FCI connector
  • Circuit board protected against water with nano coating
  • Heat-resistant
  • Up to 7 analogue and digital channels
  • Pro fixing system

Dimensions in cm:

  • L: 10.2 x W: 11.1 x H: 3.6
 

Performance components

5-year product warranty


Software:

  • Version 2.0 of the vehicle-specific optimisation software
  • Software performance parameters selectable via Digital User Interface or optionally via RaceChip app on your smartphone
  • Engine Protect System +

Hardware:

  • Pro grade FCI connector
  • Circuit board protected against water with nano coating
  • Heat-resistant
  • Up to 7 analogue and digital channels
  • Pro fixing system

Dimensions in cm:

  • L: 11.2 x W: 11.1 x H: 3.6
 

Up to 15% fuel savings

The One increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. Fuel consumption can be cut by up to 15% as a result.

 

Up to +20% MPG

The One increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. As a result, your car's MPG can be increased by up to 20%.

 

Up to 15% fuel savings

The Pro 2 increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. Fuel consumption can be cut by up to 15% as a result.

 

Up to +20% MPG

The Pro 2 increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. As a result, your car's MPG can be increased by up to 20%.

 

Up to 15% fuel savings

The GTS increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. Fuel consumption can be cut by up to 15% as a result.

 

Up to +20% MPG

The GTS increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. As a result, your car's MPG can be increased by up to 20%.

 

Up to 15% fuel savings

The GTS Black increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. Fuel consumption can be cut by up to 15% as a result.

 

Up to +20% MPG

The GTS Black increases the torque available and efficiency at the given engine speed. Therefore a higher gear can be selected, less gear-changing is necessary in general, and fuel is used more efficiently. As a result, your car's MPG can be increased by up to 20%.

 

1-year engine warranty (up to 5,000 EUR)

Engine warranty Pro 2:

  • Warranty period: 1 year
  • Indemnity: 5,000 EUR
  • All major engine components covered
  • Max. reading: 100,000 km
  • Max. vehicle age: 5 years
  • Applies even if manufacturer's warranty has expired
 

2-year engine warranty (up to 5,000 EUR)

Engine warranty GTS:

  • Warranty period: 2 years
  • Indemnity: 5,000 EUR
  • All major engine components covered
  • Max. reading: 100,000 km
  • Max. vehicle age: 5 years
  • Applies even if manufacturer's warranty has expired
 

2-year engine warranty (up to 10,000 EUR)

Engine warranty GTS Black:

  • Warranty period: 2 years
  • Indemnity: 10,000 EUR
  • All major engine components covered
  • Max. reading: 100,000 km
  • Max. vehicle age: 5 years
  • Applies even if manufacturer's warranty has expired
 

99 EUR(1) per re-programming if you change your car

Re-programming available for 99 EUR(1) if you change your car up to 36 months after purchase.

1 If the price difference for the new vehicle compared to the current one is more than 99 EUR, the difference will be the cost of re-programming.

 

1x re-programming if you change your car

1x re-programming available at no extra charge, 99 EUR(1) thereafter, if you change your car up to 36 months after purchase.

1 If the price difference for the new vehicle compared to the current one is more than 99 EUR, the difference will be the cost of re-programming.

 

2x re-programming if you change your car

2x re-programming available at no extra charge, 99 EUR(1) thereafter, if you change your car up to 36 months after purchase.

1 If the price difference for the new vehicle compared to the current one is more than 99 EUR, the difference will be the cost of re-programming.

 

Warm-up timer

GTS Black activates only when the engine has reached operating temperature, meaning extra protection.

 

Better throttle response

We developed RaceChip XLR to increase responsiveness on the road. Your engine’s performance isn’t affected by RaceChip XLR, but you can access it more immediately and directly. Experience significantly sharper responses for yourself – no waiting for the message to get through or frustrating hesitations.

 

7 separate stages

Our innovative throttle tuning system lets tune your engine’s reactions to your taste – choose from 7 separate stages.

  • 2 Sport (S, S+) and 2 Race stages (R, R+) sharpen throttle response, speeding up the engine’s reaction times, making it as reactive as even a sportscar’s.
  • 2 Eco stages (E, E+) slow down the engine’s reaction to movements of the throttle. In heavy city traffic and on long journeys, this can help you reduce fuel consumption.
  • You can select N if don’t want or need to use XLR, and your car is back to stock tune.
 

Easy to install

Simple and easy to understand – installed in a few steps:

  • Unplug the wire from the throttle at the connector.
  • Connect the Brainbox to the connector/adaptor.
  • Mount the Brainbox on a smooth surface in the footwell.
  • To control XLR: connect the Controller with the Brainbox, or set up the RaceChip app.
  • Done! Now – go drive and enjoy!
 

Perfect add on to chiptuning

You can experience totally new driving sensations if you combine RaceChip XLR with one of our chip tuning modules. The extra power and torque that chip tuning brings is perfectly complemented by the immediate throttle response made possible by throttle tuning. Together, they push back the limits of driving enjoyment.

 

Optional (30 EUR): app control

RaceChip is the first company to offer throttle tuning together with app control. The combination gives you the easiest ever way of controlling your vehicle’s throttle response. RaceChip XLR connects directly with the RaceChip app on your smartphone via Bluetooth.

If you already have a RaceChip chip tuning module in your car, XLR is the perfect add-on, and using them together is even easier – you can control both modules from the driver’s smartphone using the same app.

 
 

Pick your car

Help differentiating CR/PD

Distinguishing between Common Rail (CR)
and Unit Injector (PD)

Applicable to certain Volkswagen AG model series with 2.0 TDI engines

Several Audi, Seat, Skoda and VW model series with 2.0 TDI engines use both CR and PD ("Pumpe-Düse" / Unit injector) technology. RaceChip chiptuning is specially customized to the applicable fuel injection technology with respect to both hardware and software. If your vehicle is specified in the list of applicable models below (all other 2.0 TDI models feature just one type of technology), it is important to determine, before choosing a tuning product, which type of injection technology is installed in your vehicle. For such models, you will therefore find the “CR” or “PD” designation after your engine code.

PerformanceThe following Volkswagen Group model series are applicable:Engine code CREngine code PD
100kW (136hp) Audi: A3 (8P), A6 (C6)
VW: Golf Plus, Jetta V, Passat B6		 CAGB, CBAA, CFFA AZV, BMA, BNA, BRF
103kW (140hp) Audi: A3 (8P)
Seat: Altea (5P)
Skoda: Octavia (1Z), Superb (3T)
VW: Caddy (2K, 2C), Eos (1F), Golf V,
Golf VI, Jetta V, Passat B6, Touran (1T)		 CBAB, CBDB, CFFB,
CFHC, CJAA, CLCB,
CLJA		 BKD, BKP, BMM, BMP

If your vehicle is in this list and you are not sure if it is a CR or PD version, then simply follow one of the following steps to identify CR or PD technology.

Using the engine code:

For PD models, the engine code consists of 3 characters, while for CR there are 4 characters. You can find your vehicle’s engine code in the specification sheet in your service booklet or on the data sticker in your engine bay.

Using engine images for CR and PD:

Common rail (CR)
Common rail engine, traverse
Common rail engine, longitudinal
Unit injector (PD)
Pumpe-Düse (PD, unit injector) engine, traverse
Pumpe-Düse (PD, unit injector) engine, longitudinal

Using our customer service:

If the tips above have not clarified the technology type, then please contact our Customer Service department. We will be happy to help.Contact