BHP+33 hp (19%)
Standard
177 hp
Tuned
210 hp
Torque+75 Nm (28%)
Standard
265 Nm
Tuned
340 Nm
Suitability
Good (7.5/10)Gains Profile
Torque-focusedHeadroom
HighKia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI 177hp ECU Remapping
Considering an ECU remap for your Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDI 177hp? A Stage 1 remap can take this 2018 - 2020 petrol engine from 177 BHP to 210 BHP and from 265 Nm to 340 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 Sportage can achieve.
How this engine compares
- 6thof 21 Kia Sportage engines by power gain
- 52%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 1.6 T-GDI 177hp is a 1.6L turbocharged petrol engine producing 177 BHP and 265 Nm from the factory. With a typical Stage 1 remap, output increases to approximately 210 BHP and 340 Nm — a gain of around 33 BHP (19%) and 75 Nm (28%).
This engine scores highly for 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 high, based on the percentage gain available from the factory output.
Considerations: Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.. Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.
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
!Turbo petrol: fuel quality and cooling can influence repeatable performance.
!Large torque increase: drivetrain condition (clutch/gearbox) becomes more important at this level.