BHP+37 hp (23%)
Standard
163 hp
Tuned
200 hp
Torque+68 Nm (17%)
Standard
392 Nm
Tuned
460 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighKia Sorento 2.5 CRDi 163hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi 163hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2007 - 2009 diesel engine from 163 BHP to 200 BHP and from 392 Nm to 460 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 Sorento can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 2ndof 12 Kia Sorento engines by power gain
- 60%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 55%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Sorento 2.5 CRDi 163hp is a 2.5L turbocharged diesel engine producing 163 BHP and 392 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 200 BHP and 460 Nm — a gain of around 37 BHP (23%) and 68 Nm (17%).
This engine scores highly for remap suitability, with gains weighted towards peak power — the improvement is most noticeable at higher RPM. The tuning headroom is classified as high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.. 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
!High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.