Kia Sportage 2007 2.7 petrol service and maintenance

Engine oil

Engine oil capacity: 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
For regular oil change Kia Sportage 2007 2.7 petrol takes approx. 4.5 litres of oil, 5.5 litres is total engine oil capacity.
Oil change interval is 15,000 km or one year, whichever comes first.
Recommended oil type (Oil Viscosity Classification SAE) is 5W-30, 5W-40

Air filter

Air filter change interval is 30,000 km.
After prolonged driving in particularly dusty conditions, it is advisable to check the condition of the air filter earlier and replace it if the filter is visibly dirty.

Fuel filter

Kia Sportage 2.7 petrol fuel filter change interval is 60,000 km

Spark plugs

Replacement interval for spark plugs is 45,000 km.

Timing belt

Manufacturers recommended timing belt replacement interval for Kia Sportage 2.7 petrol is 60,000 km.
The experience of Kia Sportage owners confirms that timing belt does in fact last for the specified mileage sometimes lasting 90,000 km or more, but it is recommended to carefully monitor the condition of the timing belt once the manufacturer's mileage has been reached.
Running your car in aggressive environments (e.g. salt, sand, etc.) causes timing belt to degrade faster and reduces its lifespan; under such conditions, the belt may need to be replaced sooner.

Serpentine (drive) belt

Kia Sportage 2007 2.7 4WD serpentine or alternator belt replacement interval is 60,000 km.

Engine coolant

Engine coolant (antifreeze) recommended replacement interval for Kia Sportage 2.7 petrol is 45,000 km or 3 years, whichever comes first.