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Kia Sportage Lug Nut Torque

The Kia Sportage lug nut torque is 90 ft-lbs (122 N·m) for 2023–2026, 95 ft-lbs (129 N·m) for 2020–2022 and 85 ft-lbs (115 N·m) for 2005–2019; earlier years are listed below.

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Kia Sportage · 1995–2026

The spec changed over the years. Pick your year above, or find it here:
2023–202690 ft-lbs · 122 N·m
2020–202295 ft-lbs · 129 N·m
2005–201985 ft-lbs · 115 N·m
1995–200285 ft-lbs · 115 N·m
  • ✓ Tighten in a star pattern, in two passes, with a torque wrench (not an impact gun)
  • ✓ Re-check the torque after the first 50–100 miles
  • ✓ Confirm against your owner’s manual; aftermarket wheels can differ

Source: TreadCompass vehicle fitment database. Page updated November 2026. Specs can vary with aftermarket wheels and lug hardware, so always confirm with your owner’s manual.

Factory tire sizes for the Kia Sportage

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235/60R162005–2010 · Compare prices →225/60R172011–2022 · Compare prices →235/55R182011–2016 · Compare prices →235/60R182023–2026 · Compare prices →235/65R172023–2026 · Compare prices →235/55R192023–2026 · Compare prices →225/55R182017–2022 · Compare prices →205/75R151995–2002 · Compare prices →215/65R162005–2010 · Compare prices →245/45R192017–2022 · Compare prices →235/55R172009–2010 · Compare prices →215/70R162011–2013 · Compare prices →

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Kia Sportage lug nut torque FAQ

What is the lug nut torque for a Kia Sportage?

The Kia Sportage lug nut torque is 90 ft-lbs (122 N·m) for 2023–2026, 95 ft-lbs (129 N·m) for 2020–2022 and 85 ft-lbs (115 N·m) for 2005–2019; earlier years are listed below. Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after the first 50–100 miles.

Do all Sportage trims use the same lug nut torque?

Yes. Every Sportage trim in our database uses the same lug nut torque for a given model year.

Has the Kia Sportage lug nut torque changed over the years?

Yes. It is 90 ft-lbs for 2023–2026, 95 ft-lbs for 2020–2022, 85 ft-lbs for 2005–2019 and 85 ft-lbs for 1995–2002. Pick your year above to see the exact spec.

What size tires come on the Kia Sportage?

Factory tire sizes include 235/60R16 (2005–2010), 225/60R17 (2011–2022), 235/55R18 (2011–2016), 235/60R18 (2023–2026), 235/65R17 (2023–2026) and 235/55R19 (2023–2026), among others. Check the sidewall of your current tires to confirm yours, then compare prices for that size above.

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