Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp — Stage 1 file (+40 hp)

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Chip tuning for Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp ECU

Hyundai i20 (2020 - BC3/BI3) 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 100 to 140 hp (+40 hp, +40%) and torque from 172 to 230 Nm (+58 Nm). ECU — Kefico CPEGP3.20.1. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A modern petrol engine built in 2020 — a generation with encrypted ECU protection (Tricore TPROT); top engines require Bench.

The Hyundai range covers compacts, saloons, crossovers, SUVs and commercial vehicles (HD). T-GDI is Hyundai's badge for its direct-injection turbo petrol engines. Smartstream is Hyundai's modern engine range with an emphasis on economy. The Hyundai N-series are sporting turbo engines for the i30 N, Elantra N and Kona N.

Protection on modern Hyundai N models is tough and requires Bench. 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. Mid-range Hyundai engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Eastern Europe. The Hyundai community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files for CRDi and T-GDI engines.

Frequently asked questions

What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp is 40 hp (+40%) over the stock 100 hp, for a total of 140 hp. Torque rises from 172 to 230 Nm (+58 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Hyundai i20?

Stage 1 on the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp is a software ECU calibration with no hardware changes. The key maps (boost/ignition/lambda/torque) are adjusted while factory tolerances are preserved. The gain is +40 hp with no hardware changes.

Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp?

Stage 1 on the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp is developed while keeping the factory AFR, knock control and temperature limits. Engine life is preserved provided regular maintenance is carried out.

How does Stage 2 differ from Stage 1 on the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp?

Stage 2 on the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

What control unit does the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp run?

The control unit of the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp is the Kefico CPEGP3.20.1. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Hyundai i20?

Stage 1 on the Hyundai i20 voids the factory warranty on the engine and transmission — this is standard for all manufacturers. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on the quality of the remap.

How quickly is chip tuning of the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Hyundai i20 — from reading to writing the final file — takes 30-90 minutes depending on the ECU access method. The file is prepared at CHIPOK in 5-30 minutes.

Can you return to stock after Stage 1 on the Hyundai i20?

The original Hyundai i20 ECU is always saved before flashing. Rolling back to the factory firmware is done with the same programmer in 25-30 minutes.

How much does Stage 1 cost for the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Hyundai i20 1.0 T-GDI 48v 100 hp is calculated in the calculator on this page — you select the options (DPF off, EGR off, AdBlue off, DTC off, etc.) and the price is capped by the package Max Price. Payment is by credits (1 cr = 1 €), with no subscriptions.

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