BHP+30 hp (16%)
Standard
185 hp
Tuned
215 hp
Torque+75 Nm (19%)
Standard
400 Nm
Tuned
475 Nm
Suitability
Good (7/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
MediumKia Sportage 2.0 CRDI 185hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDI 185hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2021 -> diesel engine from 185 BHP to 215 BHP and from 400 Nm to 475 Nm of torque (turbocharged). This engine scores 7/10 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
- 63%of engines with torque data see a smaller torque increase
Comparisons are calculated from our own recorded Stage 1 figures.
Assessment
The Kia Sportage 2.0 CRDI 185hp is a 2.0L turbocharged diesel engine producing 185 BHP and 400 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 215 BHP and 475 Nm — a gain of around 30 BHP (16%) and 75 Nm (19%).
This engine has moderate remap suitability, with a balanced spread of gains across both power and torque — providing a noticeable improvement across the rev range. The tuning headroom is classified as moderate, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: High tuned torque: check transmission torque capacity and service history.
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.
Technical Specifications
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Aspiration
- Turbocharged