Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)

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Chip tuning for Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp ECU

Hyundai Genesis (2008 - BH/BK) 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 347 to 367 hp (+20 hp, +6%) and torque from 400 to 430 Nm (+30 Nm). ECU — Siemens/Continental SIM2K. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A petrol engine built in 2008 — the era before widespread firmware encryption, OBD flash without complications.

N is Hyundai's performance division (i30 N, Elantra N, Kona N). Smartstream is Hyundai's modern engine range with an emphasis on economy. Hyundai's factory calibration is mainstream and leaves headroom for Stage 1. T-GDI is Hyundai's badge for its direct-injection turbo petrol engines.

Within Hyundai Motor Group, ECUs are partly shared, so Hyundai files often work on Kia. The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. High-output Hyundais are the N-series and Santa Fe, with solid headroom for Stage 1.

Frequently asked questions

What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp boosts engine output by 20 hp: from 347 to 367 hp. Torque rises from 400 to 430 Nm (+30 Nm).

What changes in the Hyundai Genesis ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Hyundai Genesis with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +20 hp with no hardware changes.

Do you need hardware changes for Stage 1 on the Hyundai Genesis?

Stage 1 on the powerful Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp “lifts” the factory limiters with no hardware changes. The gain is noticeable in the mid and upper range. There is headroom left for moving to Stage 2 (downpipe + intake + intercooler).

What is Stage 2 for the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp?

Stage 2 for the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp is Stage 1 plus hardware changes: a downpipe, a larger intake and a performance intercooler. The gain is considerably higher, but it requires professional component selection.

What ECU platform does the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp use?

The Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp is fitted with the Siemens/Continental SIM2K ECU. The read method depends on the unit's protection: OBD, Bench via BDM, or Boot mode.

Does the factory warranty of the Hyundai Genesis remain valid after Stage 1?

After remapping the Hyundai Genesis, the official factory warranty on the engine and gearbox is lost (this applies to any manufacturer when the ECU is modified). CHIPOK guarantees the quality of the calibration and free revisions.

How long is the wait for a Stage 1 remap for the Hyundai Genesis?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Hyundai Genesis. Bench reading (BDM/JTAG) takes about 60 minutes plus refitting. Remote file processing at CHIPOK takes 5-30 minutes.

How do you roll back to the factory firmware of the Hyundai Genesis?

Before Stage 1 the original of the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp cost?

The remap price for the Hyundai Genesis 3.8 V6 GDI 347 hp is dynamic and is calculated in the CHIPOK calculator based on the selected options. A credit-based payment model, with no subscription fees.

Last updated: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno