Kia Picanto 2018> 1.0 T-GDI 99bhp Stage 1 Eco remap figures
The Stage 1 Eco map for the Kia Picanto 1.0 T-GDI 99bhp (2018>): 134bhp and 211Nm expected from a standard 99bhp and 171Nm, up to +35bhp and +40Nm. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain (Stage 1 is 145bhp and 215Nm) and is tuned with economy in mind: the choice if you want the performance and care what each tank costs.
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Stage 1 Eco remap figures
Stage 1 Eco is performance with economy in mind. It keeps most of the Stage 1 gain, so the car still pulls well, but the map is shaped for efficient, relaxed driving rather than flat-out output. It is above the standard figures. We don't quote mpg, because economy depends on the car and how it is driven.
| Stock | Vanguard expected | Expected gain, up to | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 99 bhp | 134 bhp | +35 bhp |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 211 Nm | +40 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 99 bhp | 171 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 145 bhp | 215 Nm | +46 bhp +44 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 134 bhp | 211 Nm | +35 bhp +40 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 130 bhp | 209 Nm | +31 bhp +38 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 Eco map for?
- Drivers who want a quicker, more responsive car, tuned with economy in mind.
- Daily drivers who want strong mid-range pull without giving up efficiency.
- Anyone who would otherwise take full Stage 1 but cares what each tank costs.
How Stage 1 Eco compares with Stage 1
Full Stage 1 on this Kia Picanto is expected to give 145bhp and 215Nm (+46bhp, +44Nm). The Stage 1 Eco keeps about 76% of that power gain and 91% of the torque gain, so you get 134bhp and 211Nm: 11bhp less and 4Nm less than Stage 1, with the map shaped for efficient, relaxed driving, so it suits you if you want the pull and care about running costs. Both sit above the standard 99bhp and 171Nm.
What this means for your Picanto
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.
This car is listed with a Kefico CPEGD2.20 engine control unit. 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 Eco questions
How much power does the Stage 1 Eco map give the Kia Picanto 1.0 T-GDI 99bhp?
We expect 134bhp and 211Nm against 99bhp and 171Nm as standard: up to +35bhp and +40Nm. These are expected figures, and we confirm what is achievable on your own car after a diagnostic check.
How does Stage 1 Eco differ from Stage 1 on this engine?
Full Stage 1 is expected to give 145bhp and 215Nm. Stage 1 Eco gives 11bhp less and 4Nm less, in exchange for a map shaped with economy in mind. It still sits above the standard figures.
Is Stage 1 Eco or the Eco map better for me?
Choose Stage 1 Eco if you want the performance (134bhp and 211Nm) and still care about running costs. Choose the Eco map (130bhp and 209Nm) if economy matters more than pace.
Will the Stage 1 Eco map save fuel?
It is tuned with economy in mind while keeping most of the Stage 1 performance. We do not quote mpg figures, because economy depends on the car, its condition and how it is driven.
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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