Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp — Stage 1 file (+40 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp ECU
Kia Seltos (2019) 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 160 to 200 hp (+40 hp, +25%) and torque from 253 to 300 Nm (+47 Nm). ECU — Kefico CPEGP3.20.1. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. A modern petrol engine built in 2019 — a generation with encrypted ECU protection (Tricore TPROT); top engines require Bench.
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. GT is Kia's sporty trim package. 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.
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. Protection on modern Hyundai N models is tough and requires Bench. 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
How much does the power of the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp increase after Stage 1?
After Stage 1 the power of the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp rises from 160 to 200 hp, a gain of 40 hp (+25%). Torque rises from 253 to 300 Nm (+47 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Kia Seltos?
Stage 1 on the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 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 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp?
Stage 1 on the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 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 Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp?
Stage 2 on the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What control unit does the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp run?
The control unit of the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 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 Kia Seltos?
Stage 1 on the Kia Seltos 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 Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Kia Seltos — 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 Seltos?
The original Kia Seltos 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 Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDI 160 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.