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Superchips Reveals Phase 2 Remap for MINI Cooper S R56

Superchips has just unveiled its phase 2 ECU remap for the turbocharged 1.6-litre, 181 bhp engine in the the R56 MINI Cooper S (produced from 1st March 2010 onwards). Given the high demand for customisation parts for forced-induction hothatches, the British tuning specialist’s in-house engineers were very enthusiastic to see what additional performance could be safely extracted from the Cooper S’s direct injection turbocharged powerplant.

Analysis of the MINI’s Bosch MED 17 ECU, in combination with extensive dyno testing and on-road assessment, have resulted in a Superchips ECU remap for the 181 bhp ‘phase 2’ Cooper S that boosts power by up to 25 bhp at 5,444 rpm. Although the extra go is available at the top of the range, increases can be felt from as little as 2,000 rpm, highlighting the user friendliness of the Superchips upgrade.

The MINI Cooper S R56 has also gained extra twisting power, as a total of 32 Nm (23 b-ft) have been added at 3,765 rpm, with gains from 3,000 to 6,000 rpm, meaning that on the road the Superchips ECU remap noticeably sharpens the performance of the Cooper S, delivering a crisper, more exciting drive.

“Crucially, if driven in a like for like manner in comparison to the standard car, the MINI’s excellent 48 mpg combined fuel economy is unchanged by the Superchips conversion. Installation of the Superchips ECU remap for the 181 bhp MINI Cooper S models entails customers visiting one of approximately 80 Superchips performance centres, where trained technicians can undertake the remapping procedure,” the tuner brags.

The conversion is covered by a full Customer Service Guarantee and a 12 month supplementary full vehicle warranty. Suitable for all models built from March 2010, the Superchips’ ECU remap is available now directly from Superchips and its UK dealer network, priced at £455.00, including VAT.
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Mihnea's favorite cars have already been built, the so-called modern classics from the '80s and '90s. He also loves local car culture from all over the world, so don't be surprised to see him getting excited about weird Japanese imports, low-rider VWs out of Germany, replicas from Russia or LS swaps down in Florida.
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