Fits: Hyundai Kona N, DCT.
Current lead time
Expect a 10–27 day wait after ordering. These ECUs are in very high demand and hardware is supply-limited.
What this is
A new Kona N ECU, calibrated in-house by N75 Motorsports and coded to your car, so there is no downtime and Bluelink works like OEM. We need only your VIN and transmission type; your OEM ECU is never touched. Our ECUs work anywhere in the world.
Stages
Stock output is around 250–270 whp depending on octane learning and dyno correction factor. All maps are dyno tested by our dealers overseas, and we under-list power because fuel conditions vary worldwide.
| Stage | Power | Required mods |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 0 | Not rated | None. |
| Stage 1 | 295 whp / 310 ft-lbs | Heat range 9 spark plugs. HPFP upgrade recommended. |
| Stage 2 | 310–335 whp / 335 wtq, octane depending | Heat range 9 spark plugs; HPFP upgrade recommended; any air intake (we use AFE); fuel injector upgrade. |
| Stage 3 | 355 whp / 355 ft-lbs | Heat range 9 spark plugs; intake; HPFP upgrade; FMIC upgrade; WMI (required); downpipe and catless or high-flow exhaust. |
Stage 0 removes octane learning for boost and timing, with a slight AFR adjustment and an HPFP control change. Stage 1 is made for an otherwise unmodified car and corrects OEM tune issues such as AFR for better fuel economy. Stage 2 is designed to last the life of the car; injectors are listed after many injector failures, some off the showroom floor, some stuck open. Our Stage 2 tune has run 12.663 @ 110 mph in the quarter mile in a Kona N.
Options explained
- 7000 RPM shift (any stage): shift point raised to 7000 RPM on the DCT.
- N Mode pop map: pop sound changed through the ECU, more aggressive than OEM, N Mode only like OEM. A high-flow catted or catless downpipe is recommended.
- Flame map: pop flames tuned in. The car must be catless. Flames are produced on rev hang.
How it works after you order
- Order with your stage and options and send us your VIN and transmission type. That is all we need.
- We code a new ECU to your car, load your calibration and ship it. Your OEM ECU stays untouched.
Calibration features
Developed in Canada on our own R&D car and test cars overseas with WinOLS 5, a worldwide tuner network and the full factory definition (damos) for this ECU, which lists every map. Click the badge to verify our WinOLS licence with EVC.
- Fuel delivery: N-series fuel delivery is not set for high boost, so the ECU pulls power and cuts fuel under high demand; HPFP and fuel maps are optimized to prevent the cut.
- AFR: the factory calibration runs very rich; corrected for more power and better fuel economy.
- Torque, ignition, airflow and VVT: torque maps changed to make more power (you cannot just lift boost); timing optimized for a smoother powerband; air limits and expected manifold charge raised; VVT changed slightly; WOT areas optimized in relation to each other.
- Turbo management: wastegate duty cycle, pressure application and turbo limits changed; boost increased; wastegate opening limits changed to help spool.
- Overboost: stock is typically around 18–20 PSI; lifted to around 25 PSI, removed completely on Stage 3 and up.
- Warmup protection: full power and boost only once engine oil is up to temperature.
- Engine temperature management (Stage 2 and 3): allowed exhaust and intake model temperatures raised so the car holds power toward redline.
- Fan control: coolant fan on at 100% instead of 50%.
- Fault prevention: primary O2 monitoring never triggers a fault code; no codes deleted, O2 DTCs removed only on request.
- Octane learning: disabled by default; left on if you ask.
- Assisted launch control: more boost during launch-ready and in first and second gear with LC, up to 13 psi standing still in launch mode.
DCT only
- Interface removal (Stage 2 and up): the DCT's power reduction in certain shifter positions is removed.
- Increased clutch pressure: the ECU requests more clutch clamping load from the TCU via torque and TCU-related maps (not TCU maps directly), logged with Hyundai dealership scan tools.
- 2-step style anti-lag: aggressive pops and flames during launch control, spinning the turbo to 17–18 PSI.
Before you order
- Run the required mods for your stage. We can tune on the OEM HPFP, but it is a weak point on this car and we suggest replacing it.
- 5w40 full synthetic engine oil and premium fuel are suggested; power figures are octane dependent.
FAQ
Do I send you my ECU?
No. We code a new ECU from your VIN and transmission type.
Will Bluelink still work?
Yes, it works like OEM on the N75 ECU.
Is the tune customizable?
Yes, our tunes are fully customizable. Local customers get a free flash back to stock, a few-minute OBD job.
Use and liability notice
Stage 2 and 3 raise OEM temperature limits. N75 Motorsports takes no responsibility for damage caused by lifted temperature limits where the car lacks the supporting mods or runs incorrect fuel, plugs, a charge-pipe leak, non-recommended engine oil, poor maintenance, incorrect or non-recommended WMI fluid, or a pre-existing mechanical issue that becomes far worse on a tune.