Kia · Cerato · BD (2018+) - Non-Turbo

The Nu 2.0 is built for the long haul, not the dyno

The BD Cerato runs Kia's G4NA 2.0-litre "Nu" engine: a naturally aspirated, multi-point-injected four with dual CVVT making 112 kW and 192 Nm. It's a genuinely tough, economy-focused unit, but with no turbo and a modest 10.3:1 compression there's very little locked-up power to free with a tune. Honest take: this is a reliable daily, not a tuning platform.
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Common questions

Will a tune (ECU remap) give me decent power gains?

Not really. On a naturally aspirated MPi engine like the Nu there's no boost to wind up, so a remap on factory hardware typically nets only a handful of kW and you won't feel it. We'd rather tell you that up front than sell you a flash that does little.

What's the best first mod for this car?

Honestly, the highest-value money goes into tyres, brake pads and suspension/dampers, not the engine. A good set of pads and a quality tyre transforms how the Cerato drives far more than any bolt-on intake or exhaust will.

Is there much aftermarket support for the BD Cerato 2.0?

It's thin. The Nu NA engine isn't an enthusiast platform, so expect basic intakes, cat-back exhausts and suspension rather than a deep catalogue. The GT/turbo Cerato gets most of the attention; the 2.0 is treated as the sensible commuter it is.

Are there any known weak points I should watch?

The G4NA is generally durable, but stick to its service intervals and keep an eye on oil level between changes, as some Nu engines can use a little oil. Otherwise it's a low-drama engine. Keep it maintained rather than modified and it'll go a long way.

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