Kia Rio 2017> 1.4 CRDi 89bhp remap figures
The Kia Rio 1.4 CRDi 89bhp (2017>) is a diesel 1.4L model making 89bhp and 240Nm as standard. After a Stage 1 ECU remap we expect 120bhp and 290Nm - up to 31bhp and 50Nm 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 | 89 bhp | 120 bhp | +31 bhp |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm | +50 Nm |
All maps at a glance
| Map | Power | Torque | Expected gain, up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stock | 89 bhp | 240 Nm | |
| Stage 1Maximum software-only performance | 120 bhp | 290 Nm | +31 bhp +50 Nm |
| Stage 1 EcoPerformance with economy in mind | 112 bhp | 286 Nm | +23 bhp +46 Nm |
| Eco mapEconomy first | 110 bhp | 284 Nm | +21 bhp +44 Nm |
Who is the Stage 1 map for?
- Drivers who want stronger pulling power for overtaking, hills and towing, with no parts to fit.
- Daily and motorway drivers who want the engine to feel less strained at cruising speed.
- Anyone who wants the biggest software-only change we list for this engine.
What this means for your Rio
On a diesel the biggest change is normally torque: the remap changes how much fuel and boost the ECU allows across the rev range, so pulling power arrives earlier and holds on longer.
The ECU recorded for this variant is a Continental SIM2K-305. 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 Rio 1.4 CRDi 89bhp?
We expect 120bhp and 290Nm against 89bhp and 240Nm as standard: up to +31bhp and +50Nm. 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 Rio 1.4 CRDi 89bhp?
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: 112bhp and 286Nm expected. The Eco map is economy first: 110bhp and 284Nm. Both still sit above the standard 89bhp and 240Nm.
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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