Kia Sorento Maintenance Costs
A Kia Sorento will cost about $8,646 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This is more than the industry average for popular SUV models by $438. There is also a 24.49% chance that a Sorento will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.10% better than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is recommended.
$2,754
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular SUV models by $865.
24%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 1% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
Kia Sorento
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower. An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteKia Sorento Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.42% | $364 |
| 2 | 3.98% | $417 |
| 3 | 4.51% | $521 |
| 4 | 7.98% | $660 |
| 5 | 11.45% | $792 |
| 6 | 12.94% | $1,031 |
| 7 | 13.88% | $1,140 |
| 8 | 18.31% | $1,193 |
| 9 | 19.85% | $1,241 |
| 10 | 24.49% | $1,287 |
| 11 | 36.73% | $1,374 |
| 12 | 45.69% | $1,496 |
Kia Sorento Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 7,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 10,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 15,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 20,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 22,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 25,000 | Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 30,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 37,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 40,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 45,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement |
| 50,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 52,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 55,000 | Cooling System Flush |
| 60,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Driveshaft, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 67,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 70,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 75,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 80,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Cooling System Flush |
| 82,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 90,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Spark Plugs Replacement, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 97,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 100,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 105,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 110,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 112,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Differential / Gear Oil Replacement, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Driveshaft, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 125,000 | Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 127,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 130,000 | Cooling System Flush, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 135,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement |
| 140,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 142,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 150,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Lubricate Driveshaft, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
What About Kia Sorento Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a Kia Sorento is about $1,978 per year. This adds up to around $9,890 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a Kia Sorento. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
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