Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp — Stage 1 file (+5 hp)
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Stage 1 file for Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp
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Chip tuning for Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp ECU
Kia Sportage (2015) 2.0 MPI 164 hp — mass-market petrol engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 164 to 169 hp (+5 hp, +3%) and torque from 201 to 209 Nm (+8 Nm). This engine ships with different ECU variants: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-250, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-251, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-259. The flashing method is determined by the specific unit: OBD, Bench or Boot mode. In the CHIPOK database: 6 configurations · 3 ECU variants. The 2015 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. T-GDI is Hyundai's badge for its direct-injection turbo petrol engines. 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.
The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe has a large pool of ready-made Stage files. Stage 1 on the Hyundai T-GDI delivers a noticeable 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 Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp?
After Stage 1 the power of the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp rises from 164 to 169 hp, a gain of 5 hp (+3%). Torque rises from 201 to 209 Nm (+8 Nm).
How does Stage 1 differ from stock on the Kia Sportage?
Stage 1 chip tuning of the Kia Sportage is a rework of the ECU maps: boost pressure, ignition advance, target lambda and the removal of factory torque limiters. The gain is +5 hp with no hardware changes.
Can you do Stage 1 on the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp?
Yes, Stage 1 for the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 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 Sportage?
Stage 2 on the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.
Which ECUs are found on the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp?
The Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 hp was fitted with different ECUs depending on the year and trim: Siemens/Continental SIM2K-250, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-251, Siemens/Continental SIM2K-259. The write method (OBD, Bench, Boot) is determined when the unit is read.
What happens to the Kia Sportage warranty after chip tuning?
The factory warranty of the Kia Sportage 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 Sportage take?
On the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 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 Sportage?
Yes, the original ECU firmware of the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 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 Sportage?
Stage 1 for the Kia Sportage 2.0 MPI 164 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.