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Kia Seltos: Timing Belt Or Timing Chain? (2021 - 2024)

Researched By The AutoPadre Research Team


All Kia Seltos engines have timing chains and are interference.

Scroll down to see detailed timing belt data for your particular model year of the Kia Seltos.

Kia Seltos Timing Belt Or Chain
YearEngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-Interference
2021 – 2024AllTiming ChainInterference

Note: Replacement intervals are broad recommendations and can be affected by age, weather conditions, running conditions etc. Check with the owner's manual/ manufacturer/ dealership.

Check out the Belt Or Chain specifications for other makes and models.

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2024 Kia Seltos
2024 Kia Seltos

2024 Kia Seltos - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2024 Kia Seltos engines have timing chains and are interference.

2024 Kia Seltos Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
1.6L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2023 Kia Seltos - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2023 Kia Seltos engines have timing chains and are interference.

2023 Kia Seltos Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
1.6L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2022 Kia Seltos - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2022 Kia Seltos engines have timing chains and are interference.

2022 Kia Seltos Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
1.6L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime

2021 Kia Seltos - Timing Belt Or Chain

All 2021 Kia Seltos engines have timing chains and are interference.

2021 Kia Seltos Timing Belt Or Chain
EngineBelt Or ChainInterference or Non-InterferenceReplacement Interval (miles)
2.0L 4 Cyl.Timing ChainInterferenceLifetime
1.6L 4 Cyl. TurboTiming ChainInterferenceLifetime
Kia Seltos Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre
Kia Seltos Timing Belt Data Brought To You By AutoPadre

Timing Belt Basics

The primary purpose of the timing belt or timing chain is to maintain the timing (syncronization) between the crankshaft and the camshaft(s).

A timing belt is made of a rubber compound while a timing chain is made of chain similiar to a bicycle chain.

A timing belt wears out over time and must be replaced at the manufacturer's specified interval. Timing belt failure can result in serious engine damage.

Although a timing chain will wear over time it is usually good for the lifetime of the engine but it should be routinely inspected.

Kia Seltos Belt Or Chain Comparisons By Year