BHP+30 hp (26%)
Standard
115 hp
Tuned
145 hp
Torque+40 Nm (14%)
Standard
280 Nm
Tuned
320 Nm
Suitability
Excellent (8/10)Gains Profile
Power-focusedHeadroom
HighKia Sportage 1.6 CRDI 115hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 1.6 CRDI 115hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 - 2020 diesel engine from 115 BHP to 145 BHP and from 280 Nm to 320 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 8/10 for remap suitability. Get a free personalised quote from a trusted remap professional and find out exactly what your Kia Sportage can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 7thof 21 Kia Sportage engines by power gain
- 39%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 21%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Sportage 1.6 CRDI 115hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 115 BHP and 280 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 145 BHP and 320 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (26%) and 40 Nm (14%).
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.
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.
Other Sportage 2018 - 2020 Engines
| Engine | BHP | Gain | Torque | Gain | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 GDI 132hp | 132 → 143 | +11 |