Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Ceed 1.6 GDi 132hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 -> petrol engine from 132 BHP to 145 BHP and from 161 Nm to 175 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia Ceed can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Kia Ceed 1.6 GDi 132hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 132 BHP and 161 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 145 BHP and 175 Nm — a gain of around 13 BHP (10%) and 14 Nm (9%).
This engine has limited 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 limited, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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) |
| 1.0 T-GDi 100hp | 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 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) |
| 1.5 T-GDI 160hp | 160 → 195 | +35 | 253 → 315 | +62 | 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.
