Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI 177hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 - 2020 petrol engine from 177 BHP to 210 BHP and from 265 Nm to 340 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 Sportage can achieve.
The Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI 177hp is a 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine producing 177 BHP and 265 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 340 Nm — a gain of around 33 BHP (19%) and 75 Nm (28%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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 |
| 280 → 320 |
| +40 |
| Excellent (8/10) |
| 1.6 GDI 132hp | 132 → 143 | +11 | 161 → 180 | +19 | Moderate (4.5/10) |
| 1.6 CRDI 136hp | 136 → 160 | +24 | 320 → 330 | +10 | Good (6.5/10) |
| 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.
