BHP+55 hp (22%)
Standard
245 hp
Tuned
300 hp
Torque+80 Nm (23%)
Standard
350 Nm
Tuned
430 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighKia Optima 2.0 T-GDI 245hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Optima 2.0 T-GDI 245hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2016 - 2019 petrol engine from 245 BHP to 300 BHP and from 350 Nm to 430 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 Optima can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 1stof 8 Kia Optima engines by power gain
- 82%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 64%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Optima 2.0 T-GDI 245hp is a 2.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 245 BHP and 350 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 300 BHP and 430 Nm — a gain of around 55 BHP (22%) and 80 Nm (23%).
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.. High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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.
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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