BHP+39 hp (19%)
Standard
201 hp
Tuned
240 hp
Torque+56 Nm (21%)
Standard
264 Nm
Tuned
320 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighKia Forte 1.6 T-GDI 201hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Forte 1.6 T-GDI 201hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2017 - 2020 petrol engine from 201 BHP to 240 BHP and from 264 Nm to 320 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 Forte can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 2 Kia Forte engines by power gain
- 62%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 40%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Forte 1.6 T-GDI 201hp is a 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine producing 201 BHP and 264 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 240 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 39 BHP (19%) and 56 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: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
Technical Specifications
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged
- Displacement