BHP+10 hp (7%)
Standard
140 hp
Tuned
150 hp
Torque+14 Nm (8%)
Standard
166 Nm
Tuned
180 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4/10)Gains Profile
Limited headroomHeadroom
LowKia Soul 1.6 GDi 140hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Soul 1.6 GDi 140hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2008 - 2013 petrol engine from 140 BHP to 150 BHP and from 166 Nm to 180 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 Soul can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 7thof 8 Kia Soul engines by power gain
- 2%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 2%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Soul 1.6 GDi 140hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 140 BHP and 166 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 150 BHP and 180 Nm — a gain of around 10 BHP (7%) and 14 Nm (8%).
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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