BHP+11 hp (8%)
Standard
132 hp
Tuned
143 hp
Torque+19 Nm (12%)
Standard
161 Nm
Tuned
180 Nm
Suitability
Moderate (4.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
MediumKia Sportage 1.6 GDI 132hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 1.6 GDI 132hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 - 2020 petrol engine from 132 BHP to 143 BHP and from 161 Nm to 180 Nm of torque (naturally aspirated). This engine scores 4.5/10 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
- 20thof 21 Kia Sportage engines by power gain
- 7%of the 9,842 engines we hold gain data for see a smaller power increase
- 7%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 GDI 132hp is a 1.6L naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 132 BHP and 161 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 143 BHP and 180 Nm — a gain of around 11 BHP (8%) and 19 Nm (12%).
This engine has limited 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 moderate, 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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