Close Kia EV Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions near Oak Lawn, IL
EV owners often have different questions for us about maintaining the parts of their cars. For these questions, we have just the answers needed to offer clarity. Evergreen Kia not only answers questions but also services many kinds of cars, including EVs, so bring your model over to our Service Department for any maintenance!
Do EVs Require Oil Changes?
Oftentimes, car owners are curious about whether their Kia EV9, EV6, or Niro EV need any oil changes. Without an engine installed in these vehicles, there’s no need for this maintenance. That’s because the purpose of an oil change is to prevent the powertrain from overheating, to lubricate the parts inside, and to provide other benefits. Rather than relying on a powertrain to commute through I-294, EVs rely on battery packs running on electric power. These do not rely on oil to keep the parts lubricated, but store power electrically instead to provide the verve you need for driving. This makes oil changes one less maintenance you don’t need to schedule routinely.
Is EV Maintenance Less Expensive?
A concern that many EV owners or those interested in this segment of cars have is about if maintenance is cheaper overall when also weighing the price of service for gas-run models. When considering routine service, you’ll rejoice knowing that you spend less overall. Since there are no oil changes to have completed routinely, this can save on cash. Likewise, there can be fewer brake pad replacements needed. That’s because EVs also rely on regenerative braking to help you stop on Oak Lawn roads. While there are fewer routine services to worry about, there comes a point where the battery will reach its limit. While the cost tends to be quite high, luckily, this usually occurs at around between 10 and 20 years, meaning that you can worry about fewer maintenance costs until then.
Does the Kia Warranty Cover EV Services?
We at Evergreen Kia also hear questions from EV owners about if their Kia warranty can offer coverage for services. With the 10-Year/100,000-Mile EV System Warranty1, your car's battery and other major parts with it will be covered for about a decade. As for Kia’s 10-Year/100,000-Mile EV Battery Coverage2, it will cover maintenance for whenever the battery doesn’t keep its optimal 70-percent capacity within 10 years. Other benefits that you receive with Kia’s warranty include 5-Year/60,000-Mile Roadside Assistance3, which lets you receive help whenever you cannot move forward with the trip to Wolfe Wildlife Park. The technicians can maintain your EV with expert care, because they are trained and certified, so feel reassured when visiting for service!
Here Are Some Kia EV Warranty Benefits!
- 10-Year/100,000-Mile EV System Warranty*
- 10-Year/100,000-Mile EV Battery Coverage**
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*1. For full EV System Warranty details, see the Warranty and Consumer Information Manual. Exceptions and exclusions apply.
**2. For full Battery Coverage details, see the Electric Vehicle (EV) Warranty. Exceptions and exclusions apply.
3. For full Roadside Assistance details, see the Warranty and Consumer Information Manual. Exceptions and exclusions apply. Out of gas assistance is limited to a maximum of 2 times per year and a maximum of 2 gallons of gasoline. Lock-out assistance excludes reimbursement for replacement of any missing, lost or damaged keys. Kia’s toll free Roadside Assistance line is accessible by dialing 1-800-333-4542. Please note that you must provide your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) to verify coverage at the time of your call.
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