The 2011 Kia Optima has a timing chain on both the 2.4 liter engine and the turbo.In respect to this, does Kia Optima have timing belt or chain?
Kylie R. responded: The 2016 Kia Optima has a timing chain. Though a timing chain is more durable, they can get worn and stretch.
One may also ask, does a 2011 Kia Soul have a timing belt or chain? The 2011 Kia Soul comes with a timing belt for the +, !, and sport trims with the 2.0-liter I-4 engine, and a timing chain on the Base trim's 1.6-liter I-4 engine.
Similarly, you may ask, do Kia cars have timing chains?
Some Kia models have a timing chain and some have a belt depending upon their design requirements. If you drive a Kia Rio, Picanto, Cerato, Sorento, Sedona, Venga, Optima, or Sportage, then you have a timing chain that is a critical component for your engine's performance.
Does a 2009 Kia Optima have a timing belt or chain?
The engine options available for the 2009 Kia Optima both use timing chains.
Does Kia Picanto have timing belt or chain?
If it is the MK1 Picanto with either a 1 litre or 1.1 litre 4 cylinder engine then it is belt. If it is a later model with either a 1 litre 3 cylinder engine or 1.25 litre 4 cylinder engine then it is chain.Does a 2008 Kia Optima have a timing belt or chain?
The 2008 Kia Optima has a timing chain. It is expected to last for the duration of the vehicle and is not on a maintenance schedule.Do Kia Sorentos have timing belts?
The 2016 Kia Sorento uses a timing chain instead of a timing belt. Though chains are extremely durable, they can stretch and lose integrity.Does a 2012 Kia Sorento have a timing belt?
The 2012 Kia Sorento has a timing chain.Does a 2007 Kia Sportage have a timing belt?
The 2007 Kia Sportage has a timing chain. The timing chain does not require interval maintenance.Does the 2012 Kia Rio have a timing belt or chain?
The 1.6 is a new engine featuring direct injection, the smallest capacity engine in Kia's range with this system. It has dual variable valve timing and double overhead cams as well as variable intake. A timing chain is used instead of the usual belt thereby skirting any longer term replacement issue.Does the 2015 Kia Forte have a timing belt or chain?
The 2015 Kia Forte comes standard with a timing chain.Does a 2014 Kia Sorento have a timing belt?
The 2014 Kia Sorento comes with a timing chain.Does 2011 Kia Sportage have timing chain?
The 2011 Kia Sportage has a timing chain on all of it's trims.Does a 2011 Kia Sorento have a timing belt or chain?
Thomas A. responded: The 2011 Kia Sorento has a timing chain. Timing chains can stretch - if you hear ticking in your engine, have the chain checked.Does a 2005 Kia Sorento have a timing belt or chain?
Answer. Adrian M. responded: The engine options of the 2005 Kia Sorento use a timing belt.Does a 2005 Kia Sportage have a timing belt?
1 Answer. The four and six cylinder engines both run timing belts. You will have to consult an owners manual to find the service interval. You can sign up on Kia's site to download a pdf version and look it up.Does a 2006 Kia Sorento have a timing belt or chain?
Your car's got a timing belt. You have a timing belt that requires 5 hours to replace (an additional hour if is 4WD) and a camshaft chain that requires 3.5 hours to replace.Does a 2008 Kia Sportage have a timing belt or chain?
Answer. Charles F. responded: The 2008 Kia Sportage has a timing belt that should be changed every 60,000 miles.Does the 2015 Kia Soul have a timing chain?
The 2015 Kia Soul engine options have a timing chain.Does a 2007 Kia Sorento have a timing belt?
The Sorento used a 3.5L V6 from 2003-2006 and this engine uses a timing belt. For 2007-2009 they use a 3.8L V6 that uses a timing chain. Kia recommends replacing the timing belt every 60,000 Mile Service. For 2007-2009 they use a 3.8L V6 that uses a timing chain.Does 2018 Kia Sorento have timing chain?
No, the 2018 Kia Sorento does not have a timing belt, this model has a timing chain as does the Rio, Optima and Sportage. Like a timing belt, the chain controls the synchonization of the engines moving parts. 
