Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 1.6 GDI 132hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 - 2020 petrol engine from 132 BHP to 143 BHP and from 161 Nm to 180 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 Sportage can achieve.
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
The Kia Sportage 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 143 BHP and 180 Nm — a gain of around 11 BHP (8%) and 19 Nm (12%).
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 |
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| 1.6 CRDI 115hp | 115 → 145 | +30 | 280 → 320 | +40 | Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6 CRDI 136hp | 136 → 160 | +24 | 320 → 330 | +10 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 1.6 T-GDI 177hp | 177 → 210 | +33 | 265 → 340 | +75 | Good (7.5/10) |
| 2.0 CRDI 185hp | 185 → 200 | +15 | 400 → 450 | +50 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 2.2 CRDI 200hp | 200 → 230 | +30 | 441 → 500 | +59 | 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.
