Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp — Stage 1 file (+24 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp ECU
Kia Soul (2013) 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 136 to 160 hp (+24 hp, +18%) and torque from 280 to 340 Nm (+60 Nm). ECU — Bosch EDC17C57. Flashing method: OBD or Bench depending on the unit's protection. The 2013 generation — mid-generation diesels on the EDC17 platform with OBD reading support and no need for Bench.
GT is Kia's sporty trim package. Kia shares platforms and engines with Hyundai and Genesis. Kia is a Korean carmaker, part of the Hyundai Motor Group. 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. Stage 1 on a mid-range Hyundai CRDi delivers a noticeable torque gain. On older-generation Hyundais, Stage 1 goes in over OBD without 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 horsepower does Stage 1 add for the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp rises from 136 to 160 hp, a gain of 24 hp (+18%). Torque rises from 280 to 340 Nm (+60 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Kia Soul?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Kia Soul is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +24 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 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 Soul?
Stage 2 on the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECU is fitted to the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp?
The Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 hp ECU is the Bosch EDC17C57. Production versions support OBD access; locked variants require Bench (BDM/JTAG).
What happens to the Kia Soul warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Kia Soul 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 Soul take?
On the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 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 Soul?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 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 Soul?
Stage 1 for the Kia Soul 1.6 CRDI EU6 136 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.