Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp — Stage 1 file (+20 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp ECU
Kia Rio (2017) 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 120 to 140 hp (+20 hp, +17%) and torque from 172 to 230 Nm (+58 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Kefico CPEGD2.20.1, Kefico CPEGD2.20.2, Kefico CPEGD2.20.3, Kefico CPEGD2.20.4, Kefico CPEGD2.20.x. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 5 configurations · 5 ECU variants. A petrol engine built in 2017 — a Tricore platform without strong protection; OBD access works.
Kia shares platforms and engines with Hyundai and Genesis. Kia is a Korean carmaker, part of the Hyundai Motor Group. Kia is positioned alongside Hyundai, with an emphasis on styling and a sporty character. 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. The Hyundai N-series are sporting turbo engines for the i30 N, Elantra N and Kona N.
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. Stage 1 on the Hyundai T-GDI delivers a noticeable 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 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp reach after a remap?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp boosts engine output by 20 hp: from 120 to 140 hp. Torque rises from 172 to 230 Nm (+58 Nm).
What changes in the Kia Rio ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 on the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 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 +20 hp with no hardware changes.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp?
Stage 1 on the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 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 Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp?
Stage 2 for the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 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.
How many ECU variants does the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp have?
The Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp has 5 ECU variants: Kefico CPEGD2.20.1, Kefico CPEGD2.20.2, Kefico CPEGD2.20.3, Kefico CPEGD2.20.4, Kefico CPEGD2.20.x. Before flashing you need to read the specific unit — calibration is done for the exact hardware/software.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Kia Rio?
Stage 1 on the Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Kia Rio — 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 Kia Rio?
The original Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Kia Rio 1.0 T-GDI 120 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.