Kia Ceed 2018> 1.0 T-GDI 118bhp remap figures
The Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI 118bhp (2018>) is a petrol 1.0L model making 118bhp and 172Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 145bhp and 215Nm - up to 27bhp and 43Nm more than stock.
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Stage 1 remap figures
A Stage 1 remap is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car. It needs no extra parts, which makes it the usual starting point.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 118 bhp | 145 bhp | +27 bhp |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 215 Nm | +43 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 118 bhp | 172 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 145 bhp | 215 Nm | +27 bhp +43 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 138 bhp | 212 Nm | +20 bhp +40 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 136 bhp | 209 Nm | +18 bhp +37 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want a noticeably quicker car from a software-only change, with no new parts.
- Daily drivers who want stronger mid-range pull and a sharper throttle.
- Anyone who wants the biggest gain we list without fitting hardware.
What this means for your Ceed
On a turbocharged petrol engine a remap adjusts boost, ignition timing and fuelling together, so both power and mid-range torque rise and the car pulls harder out of corners and junctions.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Kefico CPEGD2.20. Newer ECUs often protect their software, so we read the exact unit and version on the car before confirming the figures on this page.
We remap at our Belgrave Gate workshop in Leicester, or at your home or work within 30 miles, and every job starts with a diagnostic check.
Please note: these are expected figures, not guarantees. Real results vary with the condition of the vehicle, the ECU software version, fuel quality and the hardware fitted. Some options - including Stage 2 and anything that needs extra hardware - are for off-road or competition use only. We check every vehicle first and confirm what is achievable before any work starts.
Figures reviewed 22 October 2026.
Stage 1 questions
How much power does the Stage 1 map give the Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI 118bhp?
We expect 145bhp and 215Nm against 118bhp and 172Nm as standard: up to +27bhp and +43Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
Does a Stage 1 remap need any extra parts on the Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDI 118bhp?
No. Stage 1 is a software-only change to the ECU on an otherwise standard car.
Is there a gentler map than Stage 1 for this engine?
Yes, two. Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind: 138bhp and 212Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 136bhp and 209Nm. Both still sit above the standard 118bhp and 172Nm.
Do I need to tell my insurer about a remap?
Yes. A remap is a modification, so you should declare it to your insurer.
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