Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp — Stage 1 file (+29 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp ECU
Kia Soul (2008) 1.6 CRDI 116 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 116 to 145 hp (+29 hp, +25%) and torque from 255 to 325 Nm (+70 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC16C39. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The 2008 generation — first-generation CDI/TDI/HDi diesels with relatively simple ECU protection; OBD reading works directly.
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. On older Hyundai CRDi engines, Stage 1 goes in over OBD with no complications.
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 in Eastern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. 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
What is the Stage 1 effect on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp?
The Stage 1 gain for the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp is 29 hp (+25%) over the stock 116 hp, for a total of 145 hp. Torque rises from 255 to 325 Nm (+70 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Kia Soul?
Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 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 +29 hp with no hardware changes.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 1.6 CRDI 116 hp?
Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 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 Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp?
Stage 2 on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
What control unit does the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp run?
The control unit of the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp is the Bosch EDC16C39. Before flashing, the engineer identifies the exact revision and selects the write method.
Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Kia Soul?
Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 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 Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp done?
The full remap cycle for the Kia Soul — 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 Soul?
The original Kia Soul 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 Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI 116 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.