Dean McCrary Kia Service Center · Hattiesburg, MS
Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement
Genuine Iridium Plugs · Matched to Your Engine
Here in the Hub City, right where I-59, US-49, and US-11 come together, Dean McCrary Kia keeps Pine Belt drivers moving — just down the road from the historic downtown Hub sign, the Saenger Theatre, and the old train depot. Every Kia engine here gets genuine iridium long-life plugs, installed on whichever interval matches your naturally aspirated or turbocharged powertrain. Our technicians are factory-trained, pricing stays upfront, and a multi-point inspection comes with every visit — all logged straight into your factory warranty record automatically, right here at our Hattiesburg service center.
OEMgenuine iridium long-life plugs
Kiafactory-trained technicians
Freemisfire & ignition check, every visit
Matchedinterval to your engine, not a guess
Paylater — easy service financing
$0recall & software check, every visit
Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement Price & Coupons
Pick your Kia to pull up current spark plug pricing and coupons — every job uses genuine iridium plugs matched to your engine and includes a misfire and ignition check. Bring it by our Hattiesburg service bay, or spread out the cost with service financing.
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Prices listed apply to the Kia Seltos at Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg, 7124 US Hwy 98, plus tax and shop supply fees. Coil pack and ignition component replacement may carry additional cost, and coupons don’t stack with other offers. Ask your service advisor for full details — glad to serve Hattiesburg and the entire Pine Belt.
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Dean McCrary Kia is glad to give back to those who serve our community. Show valid ID and mention it when booking, and the discount applies right on top of current service pricing. Short on cash right now? Our service-now-pay-later financing spreads the cost out over time.
Military Discount
Active-duty members, reservists, and veterans qualify for reduced pricing on Kia service. Show your military ID at check-in and we’ll apply it to your spark plug replacement.
First Responder Discount
Officers, firefighters, EMTs, and paramedics receive a first responder discount on Kia service. Show valid ID at check-in — a small thank-you from one Hattiesburg neighbor to another.
Service Now, Pay Later
Break any repair or service into manageable monthly payments through our financing program — a fast application at check-in, and checking your options won’t touch your credit score, no matter where in the Pine Belt you’re driving in from. See how it works.
What’s Included in Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement
The complete job comes at one upfront price — genuine plugs, careful diagnosis, and a confirming check when we're done.
Genuine Iridium Plugs
We install long-life OEM plugs matched to your specific engine.
Ignition Coil Inspection
We check coil packs for cracking or weak spark right alongside the plugs.
Misfire & Codes Check
We scan for stored misfire codes both before and after the work.
Torque-to-Spec Install
Torque and gap are set correctly every time, which heads off thread damage and misfires.
When Does a Kia Seltos Need New Spark Plugs?
Kia Spark Plug Intervals
Your engine determines the right interval. Naturally aspirated Kia engines typically stretch to ~96,000 miles on iridium long-life plugs, while turbocharged engines run hotter and wear faster: automatic-paired turbos usually land around ~48,000 miles, and dual-clutch (DCT)-paired turbos around ~42,000 miles.
Treat those as brand-wide patterns rather than one number for every Kia — always double-check your specific model and engine on the Kia maintenance schedule.
For the Seltos’s 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, the factory schedule puts spark plugs at 96,000 miles; the pre-2024 1.6L turbo-GDI (DCT) needs them sooner, at 42,000 miles. The MY2024+ 1.6T, now paired with an 8-speed automatic, hasn’t been separately confirmed — check the full Seltos maintenance schedule for your engine.
Signs You Need New Plugs
Notice any of these? Get your Kia in for a diagnostic check before it gets worse:
Rough idle or the engine shaking at a stop
Reduced fuel economy
Hesitation or a lack of power under acceleration
Difficulty starting
Check engine light with a misfire code
Spark Plug Intervals by Engine Type
Engine choice swings Kia spark plug intervals significantly — see how the three common configurations compare below, and confirm your exact model and year on the maintenance schedule.
Longest Interval
Naturally Aspirated
Commonly ~96,000 mi
Genuine iridium long-life plugs
Lower cylinder pressure & heat, slower wear
Confirm exact figure for your model
Turbocharged (Automatic)
Commonly ~48,000 mi
Genuine iridium plugs, turbo-rated
Roughly half the NA interval
Confirm exact figure for your model
Turbocharged (DCT)
Commonly ~42,000 mi
Genuine iridium plugs, turbo-rated
Shortest interval of the three
Confirm exact figure for your model
Think of these as common brand-wide patterns rather than one Kia-wide number — your advisor confirms the exact interval for your specific model, engine, and transmission before recommending any work.
Why Get Your Spark Plugs Done at Dean McCrary Kia?
Get the interval or the plug wrong and you risk a comeback misfire. Here’s what only a Kia dealer offers — at pricing that still competes with the shop down the street.
Factory-Trained Kia Seltos Technicians
GDI, turbo, hybrid, and EV systems — our technicians train on Kia powertrains specifically, not a smattering of every brand out there.
Genuine Kia Seltos Iridium Plugs
We match exact-spec plugs to your engine’s heat range and gap. The wrong plugs are a top cause of misfires, poor fuel economy, and repeat visits.
Recall & Software Checks — Free
Only a Kia dealer can clear open recalls, service campaigns, and engine control-module software updates — we look for all three every time you visit. Check your recalls, free for any Kia owner across the Pine Belt.
Factory Warranty, Documented
Each visit gets logged straight into your factory warranty record automatically — nothing to file, nothing to chase down later — the way Kia owners across the Pine Belt expect it done.
Transparent, Upfront Pricing
We nail down the right interval and plug for your engine first, quote it, then get your sign-off before touching anything.
We Know What Kias Need
With hundreds of Kias coming through every month, we already know which intervals fit which engine and transmission combo, not a one-size-fits-all guess.
Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement FAQs
How Much Does Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement Cost?⌄
Model and engine both drive spark plug pricing — cylinder count and whether the engine is turbocharged affect both labor and parts cost. Pick your Kia above for current pricing and coupons.
How Often Do Kia Seltos Spark Plugs Need Replacing?⌄
Your engine decides. Naturally aspirated Kia engines typically go around 96,000 miles between changes on long-life iridium plugs, while turbocharged engines run hotter and need plugs sooner — roughly 48,000 miles paired with an automatic, or around 42,000 miles paired with a dual-clutch (DCT) transmission. Your model’s maintenance schedule has the confirmed figure.
Why Do Turbo Kias Need Spark Plugs More Often Than Naturally Aspirated Engines?⌄
Higher cylinder pressures and temperatures in turbocharged engines wear spark plug electrodes faster than naturally aspirated engines do, which is why turbo Kias typically need new plugs at roughly half the interval.
What Are the Signs My Kia Seltos Needs New Spark Plugs?⌄
Watch for a rough idle, weaker fuel economy, hesitation or lost power under acceleration, hard starts, or a check engine light with a misfire code. Worn spark plugs can cause any of these, though other issues can mimic the same symptoms, so we diagnose before we ever replace anything.
Does Every Kia Seltos Use the Same Spark Plug Interval?⌄
Not at all — the interval leans heavily on engine type. Naturally aspirated engines go the longest between changes, while turbocharged engines, especially paired with a dual-clutch transmission, need plugs sooner. We confirm the exact interval for your specific model before recommending any work.
Can I Finance My Kia Seltos Service?⌄
You can — Dean McCrary Kia’s service financing lets you service now and pay later. Break your oil change, brake job, or any other repair into monthly payments with a check-in application that takes about a minute, and checking your options never touches your credit score.
Where Can I Get Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement Near Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Reviews & Testimonials from Hattiesburg
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★★★★★
“Friendly, accommodating staff — getting my car serviced was a very good feeling. Everyone had an awesome attitude and I was treated with respect and courtesy. They were a big help getting me into a car I thought I’d never be able to afford — thanks to them working with me, I’m a very satisfied customer. I’d recommend Kia to anyone looking for a vehicle.”
Elizabeth D. · Sales & Service Customer
★★★★★
“What a wonderful place. You pull into a lovely covered garage to reach the service desk, so you’re never out in the rain, and they bring your car back around for you when they’re done. Lovely people — I’m very happy I get to go there for my oil changes. Couldn’t recommend them more.”
Gabrielle · Service Customer
★★★★★
“After a wreck totaled my Sorento, I came to Dean McCrary to get another one. Daniel Saucier was my salesperson and he made things so easy and seamless! I ended up leaving in a brand-new 2026 Sorento that I love even more. Thanks Daniel!”
Brittany C. · New Sorento Owner
Keep Your Kia Seltos Running Right
Spark plugs are just one piece of the puzzle. See the rest of your Seltos’s brake and maintenance needs — it’s all handled under one roof at Dean McCrary Kia, your Hattiesburg Kia dealer.
Visit the Service Center
We sit right on US-98 in Hattiesburg, where I-59, US-49, and US-11 converge at the crossroads — putting Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the rest of the Pine Belt within easy reach. Whether you’re coming from Forrest County, Lamar County, Columbia, or Laurel, the drive in is simple.
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Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement Near Me — Dean McCrary Kia in Hattiesburg, MS
Every Kia engine gets its spark plugs replaced at Dean McCrary Kia, serving Hattiesburg, Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, and the south Mississippi Pine Belt. Each job uses genuine iridium plugs matched to your engine and includes a misfire and ignition check from factory-trained technicians. As Hattiesburg’s own Kia dealer, Dean McCrary Kia proudly serves the entire south Mississippi Pine Belt, right at the meeting point of I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11.
Kia Seltos Spark Plug Replacement Price & Coupons
Model and engine both drive spark plug pricing. Pick your Kia on this page for current pricing and coupons.
How Often Do Kia Seltos Spark Plugs Need Replacing?
Naturally aspirated engines typically stretch to about 96,000 miles; turbocharged engines run hotter, usually needing plugs at 48,000 miles (automatic) or 42,000 miles (DCT). Check the maintenance schedule to confirm your model’s exact figure.
Signs Your Kia Seltos Needs New Plugs
A rough idle, weaker fuel economy, hesitation under acceleration, hard starts, or a misfire code all point to the same thing — time for a spark plug check.
Genuine Iridium Plugs
Matched to your engine’s heat range and gap, genuine Kia Seltos iridium plugs deliver reliable starts and smooth power — and help keep your factory warranty coverage intact.