Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp — Stage 1 file (+4 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp ECU
Kia Soul (2013) 2.0 GDI 166 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 166 to 170 hp (+4 hp, +2%) and torque from 201 to 206 Nm (+5 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-241, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-242. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 3 configurations · 3 ECU variants. The 2013 generation — mid-generation petrol ECUs (MEDC17/MEVD17/Simos PCR), OBD flash on production revisions.
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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 2.0 GDI 166 hp increase after Stage 1?
The Stage 1 gain for the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp is 4 hp (+2%) over the stock 166 hp, for a total of 170 hp. Torque rises from 201 to 206 Nm (+5 Nm).
What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Kia Soul?
Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 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 +4 hp with no hardware changes.
Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 2.0 GDI 166 hp?
Stage 1 on the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 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 2.0 GDI 166 hp?
Stage 2 on the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
How many ECU variants does the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp have?
The Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 hp has 3 ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-240, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-241, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-242. Before flashing you need to read the specific unit — calibration is done for the exact hardware/software.
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 2.0 GDI 166 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 2.0 GDI 166 hp?
The cost of Stage 1 for the Kia Soul 2.0 GDI 166 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.