Considering an ECU remap for your Kia K5 2.0i 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2010 - 2015 petrol engine from 163 BHP to 180 BHP and from 196 Nm to 227 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia K5 can achieve.
The Kia K5 2.0i 163hp is a 2.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 163 BHP and 196 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 180 BHP and 227 Nm — a gain of around 17 BHP (10%) and 31 Nm (16%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 CRDi 136hp | 136 → 160 | +24 | 325 → 380 | +55 | Good (7/10) |
| 180 → 203 |
| +23 |
| 231 → 258 |
| +27 |
| Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 2.4 GDI 204hp | 204 → 229 | +25 | 252 → 271 | +19 | Moderate (4/10) |
| 2.0 T-GDi 278hp | 278 → 300 | +22 | 365 → 450 | +85 | Good (6.5/10) |
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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.
