Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp — Stage 1 file (+30 hp)

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Chip tuning for Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp ECU

Kia Stinger (2017) 2.2 CRDI 197 hp — mass-market diesel engine of the passenger segment of the Hyundai Motor Group group (Корея, 1967). Stage 1 chip tuning raises power from 197 to 227 hp (+30 hp, +15%) and torque from 441 to 500 Nm (+59 Nm). The 2017 generation — mid-generation diesels on the EDC17 platform with OBD reading support and no need for Bench.

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. The Hyundai community in Eastern Europe and the CIS does a large volume of diesel chip tuning.

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

What power gain do you get after chip tuning the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp?

The Stage 1 gain for the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp is 30 hp (+15%) over the stock 197 hp, for a total of 227 hp. Torque rises from 441 to 500 Nm (+59 Nm).

What is Stage 1 chip tuning for the Kia Stinger?

Stage 1 on the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 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 +30 hp with no hardware changes.

Is a Stage 1 remap safe for the 2.2 CRDI 197 hp?

Stage 1 on the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 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 Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp?

Stage 2 on the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp means software + hardware (exhaust, intake, intercooler). The gain depends on the specific hardware combination.

Does Stage 1 void the warranty on the Kia Stinger?

Stage 1 on the Kia Stinger 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 Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp done?

The full remap cycle for the Kia Stinger — 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 Stinger?

The original Kia Stinger 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 Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 hp?

The cost of Stage 1 for the Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDI 197 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.

Last updated: 31.08.2026 · Source: manufacturer technical documentation · Measurements: CHIPOK dyno