Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp — Stage 1 file (+28 hp)
hp
Stage 1 file for Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp
Target +0 hp. Custom development for your engine.
Chip tuning for Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp ECU
Kia Sorento (2020) 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 202 to 230 hp (+28 hp, +14%) and torque from 440 to 520 Nm (+80 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch EDC17C57, Bosch MD1CS012. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 2 configurations · 2 ECU variants. A 2020 diesel — a modern platform protected by RSA + checksum encryption; top models require BDM/JTAG.
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 diesel range is shared with Kia and Genesis within the group.
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. Protection on modern Hyundai N models is tough and requires Bench. High-output Hyundais are the N-series and Santa Fe, with solid headroom for Stage 1.
Frequently asked questions
How much horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp?
Stage 1 chip tuning on the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp boosts engine output by 28 hp: from 202 to 230 hp. Torque rises from 440 to 520 Nm (+80 Nm).
What changes in the Kia Sorento ECU after Stage 1?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Kia Sorento is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +28 hp with no hardware changes.
Is Stage 1 safe on the high-output Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp?
Stage 1 on the powerful Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 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).
How much does Stage 2 add on the Kia Sorento?
Stage 2 for the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 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 ECUs are found on the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp?
The Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch EDC17C57, Bosch MD1CS012. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Kia Sorento warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Kia Sorento 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 Sorento take?
On the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 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 Sorento?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 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 Sorento?
Stage 1 for the Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDI EU6 202 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.