BHP+20 hp (17%)
Standard
120 hp
Tuned
140 hp
Torque+58 Nm (34%)
Standard
172 Nm
Tuned
230 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighKia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2017 - 2019 petrol engine from 120 BHP to 140 BHP and from 172 Nm to 230 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 Rio can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 6thof 12 Kia Rio engines by power gain
- 14%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 Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120hp is a 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine producing 120 BHP and 172 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 140 BHP and 230 Nm — a gain of around 20 BHP (17%) and 58 Nm (34%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards torque — you will notice the difference most strongly in mid-range pulling power and in-gear acceleration. 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.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.