Hattiesburg, MS · Dean McCrary Kia Service Department

2024 Kia K5 Maintenance Schedule

From the first 7,500-mile visit out to 150,000, this chart lays out exactly what your K5’s 1.6L turbo or 2.5L turbo GT engine needs and when — each row combines the recurring upkeep with any milestone service arriving for the first time.

Recurring — due again at this interval New service — first time due at this milestone
Mileage Every Visit Filters Fluids Engine
Oil & Filter Tire Rotation Multi-Point Insp. Cabin Air Filter Engine Air Filter Brake Fluid Spark Plugs Engine Coolant
7,500
15,000
22,500
30,000
37,500
45,000
52,500
60,000
67,500
75,000
82,500
90,000
97,500
105,000
112,500
120,000
127,500
135,000
142,500
150,000

The Full 2024 Kia K5 Service Timeline

At 7,500 miles, plan on your first oil and filter change, your first tire rotation, and your first multi-point inspection.

By 15,000 miles, you're looking at an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

22,500 miles brings an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, and a first-time cabin air filter swap.

The 30,000-mile stop covers an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

Come 37,500 miles, expect an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, and a first-time engine air filter swap.

At 45,000 miles, plan on an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, the cabin air filter, and first-time brake fluid and spark plug service.

By 52,500 miles, you're looking at an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

60,000 miles brings an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

The 67,500-mile stop covers an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

Come 75,000 miles, expect an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, the cabin air filter, and the engine air filter.

At 82,500 miles, plan on an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

By 90,000 miles, you're looking at an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

97,500 miles brings an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, the cabin air filter, a brake fluid exchange, and spark plugs.

The 105,000-mile stop covers an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, and the engine air filter.

Come 112,500 miles, expect an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

At 120,000 miles, plan on an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, the cabin air filter, and the first engine coolant service.

By 127,500 miles, you're looking at an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

135,000 miles brings an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

The 142,500-mile stop covers an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, a multi-point inspection, the cabin air filter, the engine air filter, a brake fluid exchange, spark plugs, and engine coolant service.

Come 150,000 miles, expect an oil and filter change, a tire rotation, and a multi-point inspection.

Rows in bold flag the bigger milestone visits. Actual intervals shift with how you drive — harder use shortens them. Note that the K5’s real-world rhythm doesn’t map exactly onto this 7,500-mile grid: the oil and filter change really lands closer to every 8,000 miles or 12 months; the cabin air filter follows a roughly 24-month cycle, about every 24,000 miles; the engine air filter follows roughly 36 months, about every 36,000 miles; brake fluid gets swapped every 48,000 miles or 48 months; spark plugs on the 2.5L turbo GT are confirmed due at 48,000 miles and every 48,000 after — the 1.6L turbo base is expected to run a similar turbo-length interval, though Kia hasn’t separately confirmed that figure, so check with your advisor; and engine coolant is due first at 120,000 miles or 120 months, then every 24,000 miles afterward. Certain AWD-equipped 1.6T trims from this era also call for a separate driveline service that Kia hasn’t published a confirmed interval for, so ask your service advisor what your specific trim needs. When in doubt, check your Owner’s Manual or ask a Dean McCrary Kia technician.

What Happens Every 8,000 Miles

  • Full synthetic 5W-30 oil and filter change for either engine
  • Tire rotation and balance check
  • Multi-point vehicle inspection
  • Top off fluids and check for leaks
  • Battery and brake condition review

Key Milestone Services

  • ~22.5k miles — cabin air filter (about a 24-month cycle)
  • ~37.5k miles — engine air filter (about a 36-month cycle)
  • 48k miles — brake fluid exchange
  • 48k miles, then every 48k — spark plugs (confirmed for the 2.5T GT; 1.6T base expected similar)
  • 120k miles — engine coolant, then every 24k after

How to Make It Last

  • Stick with genuine Kia parts and factory-approved fluids
  • Pair every oil change with a tire rotation
  • Get brakes checked before long road trips
  • Keep to the schedule with our Hattiesburg crew to protect factory warranty
  • Have us scan for open recalls each time you're in

2024 K5 Service FAQs

How Often Should I Change the Oil on a 2024 Kia K5?

Under normal driving, Kia calls for an oil and filter change on the 2024 K5 every 8,000 miles or 12 months, using full synthetic oil — that cadence holds for both engines. If you're towing often, taking mostly short trips, driving dusty roads, or idling for long stretches, that's severe duty — and severe-duty drivers typically shorten the interval to roughly every 4,000 to 5,000 miles.

Does the 2024 Kia K5 Require Synthetic Oil?

Yes — full synthetic oil is called for on both the 1.6L turbo and the 2.5L turbo GT in the K5. It's the synthetic formula that protects the direct-injection system and turbocharger alike, and holds up through muggy Pine Belt summers.

When Should I Replace the Spark Plugs on a 2024 K5?

Factory guidance confirms spark plug replacement at 48,000 miles for the 2.5L turbo GT under normal use. The 1.6L turbo base doesn't have a separately confirmed figure from Kia, but a similar turbo-length interval is a safe bet — have your service advisor verify it for your specific trim.

Does Following This Schedule Protect My Factory Warranty Coverage?

It does. factory warranty remains in force as long as the factory-recommended maintenance gets done on time and the records are kept. Have us handle your service and every visit is logged automatically.

Time to Book Your Next Service?

Genuine Kia parts, factory-trained technicians, and every visit logged for your factory warranty records — that's what our Hattiesburg shop delivers. Call or book online in minutes; find us on US-98 in the Hub City, an easy trip from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the rest of the Pine Belt.