BHP+28 hp (27%)
Standard
102 hp
Tuned
130 hp
Torque+50 Nm (21%)
Standard
235 Nm
Tuned
285 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighKia Cerato 1.5 CRDi 102hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Cerato 1.5 CRDi 102hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2004 - 2006 diesel engine from 102 BHP to 130 BHP and from 235 Nm to 285 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 Cerato can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 4 Kia Cerato engines by power gain
- 37%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 27%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Cerato 1.5 CRDi 102hp is a 1.5L turbocharged diesel engine producing 102 BHP and 235 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 130 BHP and 285 Nm — a gain of around 28 BHP (27%) and 50 Nm (21%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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.
Considerations
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.
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