BHP+26 hp (18%)
Standard
144 hp
Tuned
170 hp
Torque+60 Nm (19%)
Standard
310 Nm
Tuned
370 Nm
Suitability
Good (7/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumKia Carnival 2.9 CRDi 144hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Carnival 2.9 CRDi 144hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this All diesel engine from 144 BHP to 170 BHP and from 310 Nm to 370 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia Carnival can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 3 Kia Carnival engines by power gain
- 35%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 41%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Carnival 2.9 CRDi 144hp is a 2.9L turbocharged diesel engine producing 144 BHP and 310 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 170 BHP and 370 Nm — a gain of around 26 BHP (18%) and 60 Nm (19%).
This engine has moderate 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 moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Fuel economy note: possible improvement with conservative driving.
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.
Other Carnival All Engines
| Engine | BHP | Gain | Torque | Gain | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.9 CRDi 185hp | 185 → 210 | +25 |