first in 90000 km / 6 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
All other modifications
first in 90000 km / 4 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
Brake fluid change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreClutch fluid change interval
2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.8–)
every 30000 km / 2 years
All other modifications
every 2 years
expand_moreEngine coolant change interval
1.6 GDI with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 133 HP engine (2011.2–)
first in 90000 km / 5 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.8–)
first in 210000 km / 10 years, and then every 2 years
expand_more2.0 CVVT AWD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2010.7–)
Vehicles manufactured in and after 2012
first in 210000 km / 10 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 CVVT AWD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 164 HP engine (2010.7–)
first in 210000 km / 10 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
2.0 CVVT with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 164 HP engine (2010.7–)
first in 210000 km / 10 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreAll other modifications
Vehicles manufactured in and before 2012
first in 90000 km / 5 years, and then every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_moreEngine oil and filter change interval
expand_more1.6 GDI with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 133 HP engine (2011.2–)
Vehicles manufactured in and after 2012
every 30000 km / 2 years
expand_more2.0 CVVT AWD with gasoline straight-4 2.0 L 161 HP engine (2010.7–)
Vehicles manufactured in and after 2012
every 30000 km / 2 years
All other modifications
every 30000 km / 2 years
Fuel filter change interval
every 60000 km / 4 years
Interior filter change interval
every 30000 km / 2 years
Rear axle differential oil change interval
every 120000 km
expand_moreSpark plug change interval
All other modifications
every 60000 km / 4 years
Transfer case oil change interval
every 120000 km
expand_moreTransmission oil change interval
2.0 CRDi with diesel straight-4 2.0 L 181 HP engine (2010.8–)
every 120000 km
Valve play test mode
every 90000 km / 6 years
To save your time and money and be safe on the road service your car as prescribed in Kia Sportage service schedule. Regular service will extend your car live and will save you money in long term.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Kia Sportage user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Kia warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Kia Sportage service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 Kia Sportage you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.
2012 Kia Sportage generations
In 2012 Kia offered 2 generations of the Sportage. Service intervals may vary in different generations. Be sure that you are looking at the rigt modification.