Focus — Stage 1 ECU Tune
- 9% power increase to 98kW
- 23% torque increase to 334Nm
- Improved throttle response via Drive By Wire optimization
- Enhanced boost control management
- Optimized fuel system delivery
The 1.5L EcoBoost three-cylinder is a practical city engine, but it runs conservative from the factory. This Stage 1 file targets driveability and mid-range pull without asking for any hardware changes.
We've recalibrated boost control and wastegate solenoid duty to lift torque from 272 Nm to 334 Nm, with power climbing from 89.9 kW to 98 kW at the wheels. High-pressure fuel pump tables were adjusted to support the new load, and drive-by-wire tuning smooths throttle response in the lower gears. Injector timing was optimised to suit 98 RON.
The result is a more usable Focus for overtaking and on-ramps, staying within safe margins for the factory hardware. It's a solid uplift for workshops offering entry-level tunes on the 1.5T platform.
Does this tune require any hardware modifications?
No. This is a Stage 1 software-only calibration. The factory turbo, injectors, and fuel system are retained.
What fuel is required after the tune?
98 RON minimum. The calibration is built around premium unleaded and won't perform safely on 91 or 95.
Is the torque increase safe for the factory clutch and gearbox?
The manual gearbox and clutch should tolerate this torque level for normal driving, but workshops should advise customers that clutch slip may appear sooner under aggressive use.
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Protunes supplies ECU calibration files exclusively to approved workshops, tuners, and dealers throughout Australia. Platform: Factory.
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