Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI 160hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 -> petrol engine from 160 BHP to 195 BHP and from 253 Nm to 315 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia Ceed can achieve.
The Kia Ceed 1.5 T-GDI 160hp is a 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine producing 160 BHP and 253 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 195 BHP and 315 Nm — a gain of around 35 BHP (22%) and 62 Nm (25%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
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 | BHP | Gain | Torque | Gain | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4i 100hp | 100 → 110 | +10 | 134 → 150 | +16 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 100 → 140 |
| +40 |
| 170 → 230 |
| +60 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6 CRDi 115hp | 115 → 145 | +30 | 280 → 320 | +40 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.0 T-GDi 120hp | 120 → 140 | +20 | 170 → 230 | +60 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 GDi 132hp | 132 → 145 | +13 | 161 → 175 | +14 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 1.6 CRDi 136hp | 136 → 165 | +29 | 280 → 350 | +70 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.4 T-GDi 140hp | 140 → 175 | +35 | 242 → 310 | +68 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 T-GDI GT 204hp | 204 → 235 | +31 | 265 → 340 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
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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.
