Kia Niro Timing Belt or Chain (2017-2026)

The Kia Niro engines have timing chains and are interference engines.

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

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

2026 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2026 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2025 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2025 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2024 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2024 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2023 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2023 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2022 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2022 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2021 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2021 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2020 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2020 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2019 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2019 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2018 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2018 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

2017 Kia Niro - Timing Belt Or Chain

The 2017 Kia Niro has a timing chain and is an interference engine.

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.