Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp — Stage 1 file (+10 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp ECU
Kia Soul (2013) 1.6 GDI 132 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 132 to 142 hp (+10 hp, +8%) and torque from 161 to 176 Nm (+15 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Bosch MED17.9.8, Kefico CPEGD2.20.3, Bosch ME17.9.11, Kefico MEG17.9.12, Kefico MEG17.9.13. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 5 configurations · 5 ECU variants. The 2013 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
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 N-series are sporting turbo engines for the i30 N, Elantra N and Kona N. Hyundai turbo petrol engines deliver a noticeable gain with Stage 1. Smartstream is Hyundai's modern engine range with an emphasis on economy.
On older-generation Hyundais, Stage 1 goes in over OBD without Bench. 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. 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 Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp increase after Stage 1?
The Stage 1 gain for the Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp is 10 hp (+8%) over the stock 132 hp, for a total of 142 hp. Torque rises from 161 to 176 Nm (+15 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for 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 +10 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 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 GDI 132 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECUs are found on the Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp?
The Kia Soul 1.6 GDI 132 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Bosch MED17.9.8, Kefico CPEGD2.20.3, Bosch ME17.9.11, Kefico MEG17.9.12, Kefico MEG17.9.13. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
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 GDI 132 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 GDI 132 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 GDI 132 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.