2021 Kia Telluride maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2021 Telluride, with its interval and an estimated cost.
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The 2021 Kia Telluride oil change interval is every 7,500 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $45-$90). Severe (any of the manual's severe conditions, such as short trips, long low-speed driving, dusty or salted roads, very cold weather, heavy traffic, mountain roads or towing): every 3,750 mi or 6 months.
- Brake Fluid
- 60,000mi
- ≈ 97,000km
- 48 mo
- Tire Rotation
- 7,500mi
- ≈ 12,000km
- Engine Air Filter
- 30,000mi
- ≈ 48,000km
- 48 mo
- Cabin Air Filter
- 15,000mi
- ≈ 24,000km
- 24 mo
Service intervals
From the 2021 Kia Telluride schedule.
| Service | Every | Est. Cost | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & FilterSafety itemSevere (any of the manual's severe conditions, such as short trips, long low-speed driving, dusty or salted roads, very cold weather, heavy traffic, mountain roads or towing): every 3,750 mi or 6 months. | 7,500 mi / 12 mo≈ 12,000 km / 12 mo | $45-$90 | |
| Tire Rotation | 7,500 mi≈ 12,000 km | $25-$50 | |
| Engine Air FilterInspect every 7,500 mi or 12 months; replace every 30,000 mi or 48 months. Severe (dusty or unpaved roads): more frequently. | 30,000 mi / 48 mo≈ 48,000 km / 48 mo | $30-$70 | |
| Cabin Air FilterSevere (rough, dusty or salted roads, mountain roads): inspect more frequently. | 15,000 mi / 24 mo≈ 24,000 km / 24 mo | $25-$55 | |
| Spark PlugsSevere (short trips, long low-speed driving, heavy traffic, mountain roads, towing, commercial use, stop-and-go driving): more frequently. | 97,500 mi≈ 157,000 km | $150-$300 | |
| Brake FluidSafety itemInspect every 7,500 mi or 12 months; replace every 60,000 mi or 48 months. | 60,000 mi / 48 mo≈ 97,000 km / 48 mo | $100-$180 | |
| Engine CoolantFirst replacement at 120,000 mi or 10 years; after that every 30,000 mi or 24 months. | 120,000 mi / 120 mo≈ 193,000 km / 120 mo | $120-$220 | |
| Automatic Transmission FluidNormal use: no service required. Severe (short trips, rough, dusty or salted roads, very cold weather, heavy traffic, mountain roads, towing, commercial use, sustained high speed): replace every 60,000 mi. | As needed | $150-$300 | |
| Rear Differential Fluid (inspect) (AWD only)AWD only. Inspect every 37,500 mi or 48 months. Severe (rough, dusty or salted roads, mountain roads, towing, commercial use, high speed): replace every 75,000 mi. Change the oil any time it has been submerged in water. | 37,500 mi / 48 mo≈ 60,000 km / 48 mo | — | |
| Transfer Case Fluid (inspect) (AWD only)AWD only. Inspect every 37,500 mi or 48 months. Severe (rough, dusty or salted roads, mountain roads, towing, commercial use, high speed): replace every 75,000 mi. Change the oil any time it has been submerged in water. | 37,500 mi / 48 mo≈ 60,000 km / 48 mo | — | |
| Drive Belt InspectionFirst inspection at 60,000 mi or 72 months; after that every 15,000 mi or 24 months. Replace the belt when cracks occur or tension is reduced. | 60,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 97,000 km / 72 mo | — | |
| Brake InspectionBrake discs and pads. Severe (rough, dusty or salted roads, very cold weather, mountain roads, towing): more frequently. | 7,500 mi / 12 mo≈ 12,000 km / 12 mo | — | |
| Battery Inspection | 7,500 mi / 12 mo≈ 12,000 km / 12 mo | — |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Est. costs are US-typical, in USD.
Common questions about the 2021 Kia Telluride
How often does a 2021 Kia Telluride need an oil change?
The 2021 Kia Telluride oil change interval is every 7,500 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first (estimated cost $45-$90). Severe (any of the manual's severe conditions, such as short trips, long low-speed driving, dusty or salted roads, very cold weather, heavy traffic, mountain roads or towing): every 3,750 mi or 6 months.
What maintenance does a 2021 Kia Telluride need?
The services not to skip on a 2021 Kia Telluride: engine oil & filter every 7,500 mi / 12 mo; brake fluid every 60,000 mi / 48 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.