BHP+14 hp (7%)
Standard
194 hp
Tuned
208 hp
Torque+17 Nm (7%)
Standard
245 Nm
Tuned
262 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
Limited headroomHeadroom
LowKia Optima 2.4 GDI 194hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Optima 2.4 GDI 194hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2012 - 2015 petrol engine from 194 BHP to 208 BHP and from 245 Nm to 262 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia Optima can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 8thof 8 Kia Optima engines by power gain
- 9%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 6%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Optima 2.4 GDI 194hp is a 2.4L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 194 BHP and 245 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 208 BHP and 262 Nm — a gain of around 14 BHP (7%) and 17 Nm (7%).
This engine has limited remap suitability, though the available headroom is limited, so gains are modest compared to higher-output variants. The tuning headroom is classified as limited, 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.
Considerations
!Naturally aspirated engine: gains are usually limited; results vary widely.
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