Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp — Stage 1 file (+25 hp)

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Chip tuning for Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp ECU

Kia Rio (2005) 1.5 CRDI 110 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 110 to 135 hp (+25 hp, +23%) and torque from 235 to 300 Nm (+65 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC16+. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. Diesel engines built in 2005 — the era of classic Common Rail without strong encryption.

Kia is positioned alongside Hyundai, with an emphasis on styling and a sporty character. The Stinger is Kia's performance saloon with a turbo V6. The EV6 is Kia's flagship electric crossover, built on the E-GMP platform. The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe and the CIS does a large volume of diesel chip tuning.

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. Stage 1 on a mid-range Hyundai CRDi delivers a noticeable torque gain. The Hyundai community has a large pool of ready-made Stage files for CRDi and T-GDI engines. Mid-range Hyundai engines are a mainstream chip tuning subject in Eastern Europe.

Frequently asked questions

How many horsepower does the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp reach after a remap?

Stage 1 chip tuning on the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp boosts engine output by 25 hp: from 110 to 135 hp. Torque rises from 235 to 300 Nm (+65 Nm).

What changes in the Kia Rio ECU after Stage 1?

Stage 1 chip tuning of the Kia Rio is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +25 hp with no hardware changes.

Can you do Stage 1 on the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp?

Yes, Stage 1 for the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp stays within the factory limits for boost pressure, knock and temperature. On a healthy engine with a serviced turbo and injectors there is no risk.

How much does Stage 2 add on the Kia Rio?

Stage 2 for the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 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 ECU is fitted to the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp?

The Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp ECU is the Bosch EDC16+. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).

What happens to the Kia Rio warranty after chip tuning?

The factory warranty of the Kia Rio does not remain valid after Stage 1 — the manufacturer withdraws its obligations once the ECU software is changed. CHIPOK provides its own warranty on its work and support.

How long does remapping the Kia Rio take?

On the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp: OBD flash 25-30 minutes, Bench (if required) about an hour. The file processing itself takes 5-30 minutes once the original bin is received.

Is the original file kept when chip tuning the Kia Rio?

Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp is kept and can be flashed back at any time. Returning to stock via OBD takes 25-30 minutes.

What is the price of a Stage 1 remap for the Kia Rio?

Stage 1 for the Kia Rio 1.5 CRDI 110 hp is paid for with CHIPOK credits (1 cr = 1 €). The final amount is set in the calculator, taking the extra options (off functions) into account.

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