Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Soul 1.6 GDi 140hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2008 - 2013 petrol engine from 140 BHP to 150 BHP and from 166 Nm to 180 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 Soul can achieve.
The Kia Soul 1.6 GDi 140hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 140 BHP and 166 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 150 BHP and 180 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (7%) and 14 Nm (8%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 CRDi 115hp | 115 → 145 | +30 | 255 → 320 | +65 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 CRDi 128hp | 128 → 160 | +32 | 260 → 325 | +65 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 1.6 T-GDI 204hp | 204 → 240 | +36 | 265 → 325 | +60 | 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.
