Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp — Stage 1 file (+35 hp)

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Chip tuning for Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp ECU

Hyundai Sonata (2019 - DN8) 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 245 to 280 hp (+35 hp, +14%) and torque from 353 to 400 Nm (+47 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240R, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-250. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 6 configurations · 3 ECU variants. A 2019 petrol engine — the latest era of encrypted firmware; OBD access is available on production units, Bench on sport models.

IONIQ is Hyundai's standalone electric brand (IONIQ 5, 6, 7). 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. Hyundai's factory calibration is mainstream and leaves headroom for Stage 1.

Protection on modern Hyundai N models is tough and requires Bench. The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Within Hyundai Motor Group, ECUs are partly shared, so Hyundai files often work on Kia. 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 Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp boosts engine output by 35 hp: from 245 to 280 hp. Torque rises from 353 to 400 Nm (+47 Nm).

What changes in the Hyundai Sonata ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 is a software optimization of the factory ECU firmware of the Hyundai Sonata with no hardware changes. The injection, boost, ignition-timing and torque maps are reprogrammed. The gain is +35 hp with no hardware changes.

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

Stage 1 on the powerful Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 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 Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp?

Stage 2 for the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 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.

Which control units is the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp built with?

The Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp comes with 3 ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240R, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-250. Calibration is done for the specific unit after the revision is identified.

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

After remapping the Hyundai Sonata, 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 Sonata?

Reading and writing via OBD takes 25-30 minutes on the Hyundai Sonata. 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 Sonata?

Before Stage 1 the original of the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp is read out and saved — returning to the factory state is possible at any time.

How much does chip tuning the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 hp cost?

The remap price for the Hyundai Sonata 2.0 T-GDI 245 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