How much does a timing belt replacement cost?

The cost to replace a timing belt for a Kia Sportage varies between $674 and $963 based on your model year and whether you get it done at a local mechanic or at the dealership.

How much does it cost at the dealership?

The average cost at the dealership varies between $913 and $963 including parts and labor.

How much does it cost at a local mechanic?

At a local mechanic, the cost would average between $674 and $718 including parts and labor.

How much do the parts cost?

For a Kia Sportage, a timing belt kit should cost between $96 and $155.

How much is the labor?

Labor cost should be between $578 and $622 at a local mechanic and $817 and $867 at a dealership.

What is the interval/schedule?

The schedule to change the timing belt on a Kia Sportage is at an interval of 60,000 miles or every 6 years under normal driving conditions. Under rough driving conditions it should be changed at 50,000 miles or every 4 years. This doesn't apply to Sportage cars from the 2010 model onwards that feature the Theta, CRDi and GDI engines as they have a timing chain.