BHP+32 hp (25%)
Standard
128 hp
Tuned
160 hp
Torque+70 Nm (27%)
Standard
260 Nm
Tuned
330 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
BalancedHeadroom
HighKia Venga 1.6 CRDi 128hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Venga 1.6 CRDi 128hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2009 -> diesel engine from 128 BHP to 160 BHP and from 260 Nm to 330 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 Venga can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 4thof 5 Kia Venga engines by power gain
- 51%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 Venga 1.6 CRDi 128hp is a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine producing 128 BHP and 260 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 160 BHP and 330 Nm — a gain of around 32 BHP (25%) and 70 Nm (27%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.. 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
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
!Older diesel: injector, turbo and intake condition can affect results; ensure maintenance is up to date.